Michael Pickreign
Portland,OR
Summary
Punctual professional experienced in following menus and recipes to prepare quality food. Polished in setting up and cleaning equipment for daily food preparation and helping manage supplies. Excellent multitasker recognized for supporting successful kitchen operations. Well-rounded chef offering several years of comprehensive experience consistently preparing exceptional menu items to garner customer praise. Well-versed in creating new, seasonal menus and maintaining smooth and timely kitchen operations. Committed to delivering first-rate dining experience to guests. Dedicated chef skilled in menu creation and modification, cook and assistant supervision and cost control. Creative and artistic professional with several years of hands-on experience preparing meals for customers in fast-paced restaurant. Advanced knowledge of pastry, culinary and baking techniques. Dynamic Chef recognized for creating memorable dishes with fresh ingredients. Monitors and evaluates purchasing, staffing, production and inventory to control food and labor costs and waste. Maintains federal, state and local food sanitation and safety standards. Talented chef with several years of experience preparing memorable dishes. Specializing in menus known for attracting and retaining customers. Provides culinary management skills to fast-paced kitchens.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef
Palmer Ale House
Palmer , AK
08.2024 - 09.2024
- Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes and garnishing of dishes to ensure that food was prepared in accordance with the restaurant's recipes and presentation standards.
- Planned menus, ordered supplies and managed kitchen staff.
- Ensured compliance with all health, safety and hygiene regulations within the kitchen area.
- Trained new chefs on proper cooking techniques and menu items.
- Kept up to date with current culinary trends, as well as health and safety regulations.
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to sanitation policies and procedures.
- Reviewed operational records to determine amount of food used in order to maintain appropriate inventory levels.
- Supervised team members during meal service to ensure accuracy of orders.
- Adhered to budget guidelines when purchasing ingredients and equipment.
Chef
Fishing Bear Lodge
Lake Beverly , AK
05.2021 - 10.2023
- Planned menus, ordered supplies and managed kitchen staff.
- Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes and garnishing of dishes to ensure that food was prepared in accordance with the restaurant's recipes and presentation standards.
- Checked quality of raw materials before use.
- Managed daily operations of the kitchen including scheduling shifts for staff.
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to established recipes.
- Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
- Documented employee performance reviews in order to assess progress towards goals set out in training plans.
Head Chef
Doyon Universal Services LLC
Anchorage, AK
11.2013 - 10.2016
- Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
- Placed frequently used ingredients in proper storage containers and placed perishable items in refrigerator.
- Plated dishes using tasty garnishes and sauces to appeal to and delight patrons.
- Used proper cleaning supplies and methods to disinfect counters where raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs had been prepared.
- Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
- Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
- Built and managed relationships with local vendors to obtain fresh, quality ingredients at cost-effective prices.
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
- Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
- Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
- Created tasty dishes using popular recipes, delighting patrons and generating return business.
- Analyzed recipes to determine menu prices based on cost of food, labor and overhead.
- Observed food safety and sanitation protocols to reduce germ spread.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jordan Elbridge
Jordan, NY06-1997
High School Diploma -
Cayuga County Bosces
Auburn, NY06-1997
Skills
- Purchasing
- Menu development
- Pantry restocking
- Staff Coordination
- Kitchen operations management
- Signature dish creation
- Cost Control
- Equipment Maintenance
- Workflow Optimization
- Vendor Relations
- Resource Management
- Food and beverage pairing
- Grilling Techniques
- Kitchen crew training
- Food Storage
- Catering events
- Company safety standards
- Food safety and sanitation
Certification
Serv Safe
Timeline
Chef
Palmer Ale House
08.2024 - 09.2024
Chef
Fishing Bear Lodge
05.2021 - 10.2023
Head Chef
Doyon Universal Services LLC
11.2013 - 10.2016
High School Diploma -
Jordan Elbridge
High School Diploma -
Cayuga County Bosces
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