Mitchell Bates
Big Sky,MT
Summary
Resourceful line cook offers several years of experience working stations at restaurants. Skilled in following recipes and food presentation specifications and assisting at serving lines. Equipped with in-depth kitchen equipment.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Snow Maker
Mountain Operations, Big Sky Resort
Big Sky, MT
11.2017 - 01.2025
- Observed weather patterns and made decisions regarding timing of snowmaking efforts.
- Ensured proper alignment of snow guns and adjusted nozzles for maximum efficiency.
- Adjusted fan speeds, nozzles sizes, water pressures and other variables according to specifications.
- Assisted with training new employees on proper operation of snow making systems.
Sauté Cook
Bucks T-4
Big Sky, MT
12.2012 - 10.2017
- Prepared a variety of ingredients such as meats, vegetables, and starches for sautéing according to recipes.
- Monitored supply inventory and rotated stock to maintain optimal freshness and reduce waste.
- Communicated effectively with co-workers in order to maintain efficient workflow throughout the shift period.
Kitchen Manager, Sous Chef, Chef
Peaks Restaurant Big Sky Resort
Big Sky, MT
11.2002 - 05.2009
- Created weekly schedules for kitchen staff members based on anticipated business volume.
- Maintained accurate records of food costs, labor costs.
- Managed egos and diffused kitchen drama.
- Monitored sanitation practices to ensure that all employees adhere to health department regulations.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Analyzed recipes to determine menu prices based on cost of food, labor and overhead.
- Assisted with interviewing, hiring and training kitchen personnel.
- Coordinated ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of food items.
Education
Associate of Culinary Arts -
Culinary Institute of America
Hyde Park, NYSkills
- Kitchen station setup
- Food safety knowledge
- Time management
- Workstation cleanliness
Timeline
Snow Maker
Mountain Operations, Big Sky Resort
11.2017 - 01.2025
Sauté Cook
Bucks T-4
12.2012 - 10.2017
Kitchen Manager, Sous Chef, Chef
Peaks Restaurant Big Sky Resort
11.2002 - 05.2009
Associate of Culinary Arts -
Culinary Institute of America
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