Michael Loosli
Maryville,TN
Summary
Restaurant expert with comprehensive experience in leading culinary teams, ensuring high-quality food preparation, and maintaining kitchen efficiency. Strong focus on team collaboration, adaptable to changing needs, and dedicated to achieving operational excellence. Skilled in inventory management, staff training, and maintaining health and safety standards. Reliable and results-driven.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef/ Catering Manager
Tennessee Jeds
Gatlinburg, TN
10.2023 - 01.2026
Managed catering company and BBQ restaurant in Gatlinburg, TN. Oversaw commissary kitchen operations for sandwich shop. Developed tailored catering menus and coordinated large-scale food preparation for events.
Manager
Diverse Concepts Ltd., Dcl Foods
Pigeon Forge, TN
05.2019 - 10.2022
Oversaw operations of a high-volume restaurant in Pigeon Forge, managing a large staff. Directed food truck and lemonade stand operations. Advanced to the role of assistant general manager through effective leadership.
Sous Chef
Finn's Restaurant and Tavern
Knoxville, TN
10.2018 - 05.2019
- Helped previous owner open new upscale Irish restaurant combining old ideas from previous restaurant and a blend of newer style Irish fare. Created brunch menu and desserts. Helped train staff to open restaurant.
Executive Chef
Restaurant Linderhof
Knoxville, TN
05.2017 - 04.2018
- Oversaw and helped redo the menu and fix recipes as according to traditional German fare.
Kitchen Manager/Chef
Puleo's Grille
Knoxville, TN
03.2015 - 06.2016
- Oversaw, health and safety procedures, catering services, and preparation and service for 1.5 million/ yearly kitchen. Helped expedite, prep, cook, and run food as needed. Oversaw Sunday brunch buffet, which one best brunch one year.
Education
Boise State University
Boise, IDSkills
Adapted to an open work environment by efficiently prioritizing and completing tasks according to personal schedule
Coordinated activities across various facilities and kitchen environments, facilitating effective multitasking and improving overall project organization
Refined interpersonal communication techniques to facilitate clearer dialogue within the management team
Analyzed community interactions in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg to effectively navigate the area's seasonal fluctuations
Additional Information
References:
Chris Geisz 720-447-4945
Owner Tennessee Jeds
Paula Perham 616-886-1034
Managing Partner Timberwood Grill
Jessica Haszard 931-561-2411
Former employee Timberwood Grill
Timeline
Chef/ Catering Manager
Tennessee Jeds
10.2023 - 01.2026
Manager
Diverse Concepts Ltd., Dcl Foods
05.2019 - 10.2022
Sous Chef
Finn's Restaurant and Tavern
10.2018 - 05.2019
Executive Chef
Restaurant Linderhof
05.2017 - 04.2018
Kitchen Manager/Chef
Puleo's Grille
03.2015 - 06.2016
Boise State University