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Neil Hashem

Stafford,Virginia

Summary

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Experienced Sous chef with over 20 years of experience in restaurant industry.

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Sous chef position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Gourmet Cook

The Virginian
02.2022 - Current
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.

Sous Chef

RSVP CATERING
09.2022 - 01.2024
  • Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
  • Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
  • Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
  • Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance and cleanliness of production and service areas.

Restaurant Manager

Yafa Grille
12.2014 - 10.2019
  • Led and directed team members on effective methods, operations and procedures.
  • Conducted health, safety and sanitation process evaluations to identify and remedy any violations immediately.
  • Maintained safe working and guest environment to reduce risk of injury and accidents.

Chef's Assistant

California Grille
05.2004 - 11.2014
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
  • Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.

Education

John Lewis High School
Springfield, VA
09.1997

Skills

  • High-Quality Ingredients
  • Kitchen Preparation
  • Guest Satisfaction
  • Collaborative Relationships
  • High-Volume Environments
  • Inventory Management
  • Chef Assistance
  • Food Preparation and Safety
  • Chef Consultations
  • Team Leadership
  • Kitchen Management
  • Safety Management
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Cooking Technique Demonstrations
  • Food Preparing, Plating and Presentation
  • Cook Consistent Dishes
  • Create Recipes
  • Hospitality Management
  • Catering

Languages

Arabic
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Sous Chef

RSVP CATERING
09.2022 - 01.2024

Gourmet Cook

The Virginian
02.2022 - Current

Restaurant Manager

Yafa Grille
12.2014 - 10.2019

Chef's Assistant

California Grille
05.2004 - 11.2014

John Lewis High School
Neil Hashem