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Molly Patten

Bozeman,MT

Summary

With nearly a decade of experience in leadership positions in fast-paced restaurant environments, I bring a wealth of expertise in culinary arts, team leadership, and operational management. Coupled with a Business Degree, I am adept at understanding market trends, customer preferences, and strategic planning. My culinary career has honed my skills in meticulous attention to detail, creative problem solving, and effective communication. I am now seeking to leverage my diverse skill set in a dynamic role outside the restaurant industry, where I can contribute to and grow within a forward-thinking organization.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sous Chef

Brigade
10.2023 - 05.2024
  • Managed kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food safety and quality
  • Consistently met food and labor cost goals through effective inventory management and staff scheduling
  • Trained and supervised kitchen staff, fostering a positive and efficient work environment
  • Developed and implemented new menu items that increased customer satisfaction and drove sales.

Chef

Hashi Asian Street Food
06.2021 - 10.2023
  • Led culinary team in preparing and presenting high-quality dishes
  • Successfully met food cost through effective budgeting, ordering, and resource management
  • Played a key role in maintaining kitchen efficiency and productivity through peak hours.

Lead Line Cook

Nina’s Tacos and Tequila
04.2019 - 10.2020
  • Ensured daily labor and food cost goals were met through efficient management of inventory and staff
  • Drove sales by creating daily specials and new menu items
  • Ensured all sanitation protocols were being met.

Sous Chef

Red Chair Cafe and Bar
07.2016 - 01.2019
  • Began as a line cook and was quickly promoted to Sous Chef in order to manage staff, create specials, and ensure labor and food cost goals were being met
  • Assisted the Head Chef in creating an entirely new menu upon being promoted
  • Ensured food safety protocols were being met and trained incoming staff accordingly.

Education

B.S. in Business Marketing, Graduated With Honors -

Montana State University

Skills

  • Management & Organization
  • Microsoft Office
  • Communication
  • Critical Thinking
  • Team-Oriented

Certification

  • ServSafe Food Handler Certified

Timeline

Sous Chef

Brigade
10.2023 - 05.2024

Chef

Hashi Asian Street Food
06.2021 - 10.2023

Lead Line Cook

Nina’s Tacos and Tequila
04.2019 - 10.2020

Sous Chef

Red Chair Cafe and Bar
07.2016 - 01.2019

B.S. in Business Marketing, Graduated With Honors -

Montana State University

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