Mike Casey
York,PA
Summary
High-performing Chef offering 20 years of restaurant experience. Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. Talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Chef
John Wright Restaurant
10.2016 - Current
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
- Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
- Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Generated employee schedules and work assignments and determined appropriate compensation rates.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
Executive Chef
Federal Taphouse
08.2013 - 09.2016
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
- Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
Sous Chef
Iron Hill Brewery
10.2008 - 01.2013
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Monitored food and labor costs to verify budget targets were met.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
Education
High School Diploma -
Penn Manor High School
Millersville, PA06.1998
Skills
- Hospitality Service Expertise
- Employee Training
- Restaurant Operation
- Work Area Inspections
- Vendor Relations
- Purchasing Management
- Catering and Events
- Manage Budgets
- Equipment Maintenance
- Staffing
- Food and Beverage Pairings
- Create Recipes
- Dish Preparation
- Servsafe Certification
- Inventory Control
Timeline
Executive Chef
John Wright Restaurant
10.2016 - Current
Executive Chef
Federal Taphouse
08.2013 - 09.2016
Sous Chef
Iron Hill Brewery
10.2008 - 01.2013
High School Diploma -
Penn Manor High School
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