MICHAEL MORLEY
JEFFERSON CITY,MO
Summary
Forward-thinking professional offering more than [Number] years of experience working in fast-paced kitchens. Skilled at staying focused and productive in high-stress situations and maintaining calmness in busy times. Excellent and proven [Type] skills. High-performing Chef offering [Number] years of restaurant experience. Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. Talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
CHEF
DAS STEIN HOUSE
JEFFERSON CITY
03.2023 - Current
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
CHEF
Holiday Inn Executive Center
Columbia, MO
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
KITCHEN MANAGER
MARK TWAIN BREWERY
Hannibal, MO
01.2019 - 02.2020
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Inspected stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Implemented and maintained food safety and sanitation standards to establish safe handling and preparation of food.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
Education
High School Diploma -
JEFFERSON CITY HIGH SCHOOL
JEFFERSON CITY, MO 05.1988
Skills
- Staff Coordination
- Pantry Restocking
- Business Management
- Menu Development
- Regulatory Compliance
- Purchasing
- Cost Control
- Resource Management
- Vendor Relations
- Workflow Optimization
- Meal Preparation
- Menu Supervision
- Menu Planning
- Company Quality Standards
- Food Quality
- Food Safety and Sanitation
- Made-To-Order Meals
- Sanitation Guidelines
- Fine-Dining Expertise
- Kitchen Operations
- Food Plating and Presentation
- Kitchen Management
- Scheduling
- Recipe Development
- Operations Management
- Banquets and Catering
- Food Inventories
- Effective Communications
- Forecasting and Planning
- Portion and Cost Control
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Food Spoilage Prevention
Timeline
CHEF
DAS STEIN HOUSE
03.2023 - Current
CHEF
Holiday Inn Executive Center
01.2023 - 03.2023
KITCHEN MANAGER
MARK TWAIN BREWERY
01.2019 - 02.2020
High School Diploma -
JEFFERSON CITY HIGH SCHOOL