Michael Russell
Compass Group Chartwells Higher Education
New Hyde Park,NY
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Language
15
years of professional experience
Seasoned culinary professional with expertise in menu planning, seasonal menu development, and dietary accommodations. Skilled in food safety, sanitation standards, and portion control, with a record of improving customer satisfaction and supporting budget goals across campus dining and events.
Work History
Executive Chef
14 Years 8 Months- Directed daily kitchen operations, maintaining consistent food quality and service standards across campus dining venues.
- Developed seasonal menus aligned with Chartwells Higher Education standards, student preferences, and budget targets.
- Supervised culinary staff, assigned prep responsibilities, and reinforced safe food handling and sanitation practices.
- Controlled inventory, purchasing, and vendor coordination to reduce waste and support cost-effective production.
- Collaborated with dining leadership to enhance resident dining, catering, and special event execution.
- Maintained a safe and sanitary work environment, adhering to health department standards and regulations.
- Increased customer satisfaction by creating innovative and diverse menus tailored to various dietary needs.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Developed custom menus for clients with specific dietary restrictions or preferences, ensuring their utmost satisfaction during their dining experience.
- Implemented special events promotions such as theme nights or cooking demonstrations to attract new clientele and boost sales revenues.
Education
Disney Culinary Academy Diploma (ACF) Certified - Culinary Arts
Skills
Menu development
Menu design
Budget management
Food safety
Safe food handling
Sanitation standards
Sanitation management
Cost control
Event catering
Food spoilage prevention
Dietary restrictions
Allergy awareness
Catering and events
Banquets and catering
Delegating work
Hygiene management
Communication skills
ServSafe certification
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Executive Chef
Compass Group Chartwells Higher Education
02.2012 - CurrentRead More
Disney Culinary Academy
Disney Culinary Academy Diploma (ACF) Certified from Culinary Arts
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