Mychal Knight Timmons
Bogota,NJ
Summary
Adaptable and enterprising Chef with solid industry background and proven expertise in building and leading successful teams. Talented problem-solver ready to back up fellow employees at any time.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sous Chef
Morrison Healthcare
2023.06 - Current
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
- Collaborated with executive chef to develop innovative menu items, leading to increased guest return rates and positive reviews.
- Played a key role in achieving positive health inspection results by maintaining strict compliance with all relevant guidelines and regulations throughout daily operations.
- Managed day-to-day operations of multiple franchise units, ensuring consistent brand representation.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and maintaining high-quality standards across all units.
LEAD COOK
Sunrise Senior Living
2021.06 - Current
- Lead Cook responsible for dinner preparation and service.
- Efficiently handled high-volume orders while maintaining superior food quality through precise execution of cooking methods.
- Maintained a high standard of food quality by consistently reviewing dishes for taste, presentation, and adherence to established guidelines.
EXECUTIVE CHEF/ TRAVELING CHEF
Hawthorn Senior Living
2019.06 - 2020.10
- Lead and managed a team of skilled chefs to deliver exceptional dining experiences for guests
- Fostered a positive work environment where employees felt valued and motivated to perform at their best, contributing to the team''s success.
- Consistently met revenue targets even during challenging economic periods by closely monitoring market trends and adjusting strategies accordingly.
- Streamlined kitchen operations for improved efficiency, reducing food waste and increasing overall productivity.
SOUS CHEF
Unidine lifestyles
2017.11 - 2019.05
- Responsible for all facets of day-to-day kitchen operation, including seasonal menu conception and recipe creation, inventory control, daily service, and DOH compliance.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Collaborated with executive chef to develop innovative menu items, leading to increased guest return rates and positive reviews.
- Played a key role in achieving positive health inspection results by maintaining strict compliance with all relevant guidelines and regulations throughout daily operations.
LINE LEAD
SAGE Dining Services
2015.08 - 2017.11
- Led a team of cooks in daily food production, ensuring adherence to recipes and quality standards
Education
Culinary Studies -
JOHNSON & WALES UNIVERSITY
Providence, RIHigh School Diploma -
PARAMUS TECH
Paramus, NJ06.2007
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Food Safety
- Inventory Management
- Safe Food Handling
- Food presentation
- Menu Planning
- Cooking techniques
- Kitchen Organization
- Allergen awareness
- Mentoring and Coaching
- Staff Training
Websites
Certification
- ServSafe certification
- New York City Food Handlers License
Timeline
Sous Chef
Morrison Healthcare
2023.06 - Current
LEAD COOK
Sunrise Senior Living
2021.06 - Current
EXECUTIVE CHEF/ TRAVELING CHEF
Hawthorn Senior Living
2019.06 - 2020.10
SOUS CHEF
Unidine lifestyles
2017.11 - 2019.05
LINE LEAD
SAGE Dining Services
2015.08 - 2017.11
Culinary Studies -
JOHNSON & WALES UNIVERSITY
High School Diploma -
PARAMUS TECH
- ServSafe certification
- New York City Food Handlers License
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