Michael Wichrowski
Muskego,WI
Summary
Experienced chef with over 20 years in the culinary industry, specializing in commercial kitchen operations and equipment management. Skilled in coordinating large-scale kitchen projects, optimizing workflows, and procuring high-quality kitchen equipment to meet the specific needs of diverse food service environments. Adept at working with vendors, contractors, and project teams to manage bids, develop specifications, and ensure timely and cost-effective equipment solutions. Strong understanding of kitchen design, equipment functionality, and how to enhance kitchen efficiency and productivity. Eager to leverage hands-on culinary experience and operational expertise.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
GM/Chef
Mo's Irish Pub
08.2020 - Current
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
- Directed daily operations of a high-volume, fast-paced Irish pub with a focus on authentic Irish cuisine and pub classics.
- Managed all aspects of the restaurant, including menu creation, food preparation, and staff management, ensuring consistency and quality.
- Supervised and trained a team of cooks, servers, and front-of-house staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment.
- Oversaw inventory control, ordering, and purchasing, ensuring cost-effective sourcing of high-quality ingredients and minimizing waste.
- Played a key role in budget management, including labor and food costs, helping to maximize profitability without sacrificing quality.
- Developed and executed promotional menu specials and seasonal offerings, driving repeat business and increasing revenue.
- Managed vendor relationships to ensure reliable and timely deliveries, while negotiating better pricing and terms.
- Coordinated private events, ensuring seamless execution and excellent guest experiences for both small parties and large groups.
Executive Chef
Sodexo
11.2017 - 08.2020
- Company Overview: Sodexo is a global leader in quality of life services, providing a wide range of services to improve the quality of life for clients and customers
- Oversaw the dining hall construction of The Commons residents/dining hall on campus
- We served three to forty-five hundred students and staff a day
- Oversee hiring, training of cooks, supervision and evaluation of kitchen staff
- Accountable for budget control, purchasing and equipment maintenance
- We host the Global Chef Program twice a year
- Two-four Chefs fly in from around the world to demonstrate their dishes from their country
- We then will teach these recipes to thirty- thirty-five chefs that fly in from around the US
- Sodexo is a global leader in quality of life services, providing a wide range of services to improve the quality of life for clients and customers
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
Special Events
Johnny V’s
06.2004 - 08.2020
- During the summer we operate a booth located on the Summerfest grounds
- I am in charge of the kitchen and equipment setup
- Baking, cooking and quality control of all products leaving the windows
- When the festival is over I am in charge of kitchen and equipment breakdown and cleaning
Chef/GM
Wells St MGMT
09.1997 - 01.2017
- Company Overview: Family owned and operated restaurants since 1983
- Currently working as the General Manager overseeing three restaurants
- Oversaw construction of our newly opened restaurant and day to day operations of the company
- In charge of purchasing, payroll, and hiring staff
- Currently developing a marketing plan with Marquette University (Athletics)
- Family owned and operated restaurants since 1983
Skills
- Purchasing & vendor relations
- Managing multiple kitchens simultaneously
- Management
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Supervision
- Problem solving
- Customer retention
- Training and development of staff
- Catering large groups
- Waste reduction
- Business operations oversight
Phone
Cell, (414) 617-8844
Timeline
GM/Chef
Mo's Irish Pub
08.2020 - Current
Executive Chef
Sodexo
11.2017 - 08.2020
Special Events
Johnny V’s
06.2004 - 08.2020
Chef/GM
Wells St MGMT
09.1997 - 01.2017
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