Natalie Bale
Anchorage,AK
Summary
Experienced Server/Bartender and Head Chef
I work remote and extreme remote locations as a Cook/Chef, all over Alaska and including Wake Island in the South Pacific in 2020/21, Ascension Island off the coast of Africa in 2021 and Antartica in 2022/23. As a Server/Bartender I worked in Banquets for the Denaina and Egan Centers in Anchorage for 11 years, I worked at Chena Hotsprings by Fairbanks, The Grand Aleution Hotel in Dutch Harbor and restaurants and bars in Anchorage. I have an eye for detail and extremely high standards for customer service.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Chef
Olgoonik Construction
Wainwright, Alaska
03.2024 - 10.2024
- Supervised daily kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen areas to promote safety.
- Reviewed and adjusted menus based on seasonal availability and customer preferences.
- Developed diverse menus and recipes for appetizers, entrees, desserts, and specialty items.
Production Cook
Gana-A 'Yoo
McMurdo Station, Antartica
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Prepared large quantities of food efficiently while adhering to strict quality standards.
- Executed precise cooking techniques to ensure consistent flavor and presentation.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen areas to promote safety.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and effectively, ensuring optimal functionality.
- Practiced various safety methods daily to avoid food spoilage and food borne illnesses.
- Prepared ingredients to use in cooking by chopping and peeling vegetables and cutting meat.
- Operated large-scale kitchen equipment to produce large portions and multiple meals.
- Prepared and cooked food items in accordance with established recipes and standards.
- Managed time efficiently to complete tasks while keeping up with demand.
Education
GED -
Chugiak High School
Chugiak, AK01-1984
Skills
- Menu development
- Food safety compliance
- Kitchen operations management
- Recipe creation
- Large-scale food preparation
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Inventory management
- Equipment operation
- Attention to detail
- Staff training
- Quality control
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Plating and presentation
- Culinary expertise
- Point of sale operation
- Multitasking and organization
- Menu memorization
- Banquet coordination
- High volume dining
- Daily specials memorization
- Suggestive selling
- Buffet setup and takedown
- Point of sale (POS) system operations
- Wine service
- Beverage preparation
- Check payment processing
- Ordering procedures
- Hospitality service expertise
- Liquor, wine, and food service
- Cash handling
- Table setting knowledge
- Tableside etiquette
- Menu item recommendation
- Positive and professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Head Chef
Olgoonik Construction
03.2024 - 10.2024
Production Cook
Gana-A 'Yoo
11.2022 - 02.2023
GED -
Chugiak High School