Nicole Hanschmann
ATTLEBORO,MA
Summary
Creative Event Chef known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in menu development, kitchen management, and food safety compliance. Excel in time management, problem-solving, and adaptability, ensuring seamless event execution under pressure. Committed to elevating guest experience through culinary innovation and teamwork.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Event Chef
RUSSELL MORIN CATERING AND EVENTS
ATTLEBORO, USA
04.2017 - Current
- Consistently produce exquisite cuisine away from premises.
- Prepared menu selections for client tastings.
- Partnered with owner, sales team, clients and external vendors to fulfill contractual commitments.
- Enhanced departmental productivity by identifying ways to boost income and cut costs without lowering guest satisfaction.
- Communicated effectively with the wait staff regarding the guest's food allergies and dietary restrictions.
- Determined appropriate plate presentations based on event type and theme.
- Collaborated with department staff to prepare food items in accordance with recipes and standards for events.
- Developed and delivered comprehensive training programs to new employees.
- As a Senior Event Chef Trainer, I implemented company SOPs to mentor and train newly hired chefs.
KITCHEN MANAGER
RUSSELL MORIN CATERING AND EVENTS
ATTLEBORO, USA
05.2006 - 04.2017
- Effectively manage and assist kitchen staff in producing food and staging for catered events for 10-3000 guests
- Problem solve logistics and strategy
- Collaborated in the development and enhancement of new hire training curriculum.
- Implement and support company with community initiative programs
- Mentored newly hired staff to enhance their knowledge of company initiatives.
- Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.
- Explained goals and expectations required of trainees.
- Lead by example, engage, and inspire teammates.
CATERING CHEF/BAKER
MATTAPPOISETT INN
MATTAPOISETT, USA
07.2001 - 03.2004
- Created tasty dishes using popular recipes, delighting patrons and generating return business.
- Accurately estimated amount of food to prepare for events.
- Prepared all menu items for weekly Sunday Brunch
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - HOTEL/RESTAURANT INSTITUTIONAL MANAGEMENT
JOHNSON & WALES UNIVERSITY
PROVIDENCE, RIASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE - HOTEL/FOOD & BEVERAGE MANAGEMENT
JOHNSON & WALES UNIVERSITY
PROVIDENCE, RISkills
- Allergen awareness
- Quality control
- Sanitation procedures
- Staff training
- Food pairing
- Banquet preparation
- Culinary techniques
- Kitchen management
- Menu development
- Assignment delegation
- Large scale events
- Special diets
- Recipe creation
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Team Training
- Creative thinking
- Food purchasing
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Time management abilities
- Attention to detail
- Coaching and mentoring
- Multitasking Abilities
- Professional demeanor
- Adaptability
- Staff supervision
Certification
ServSafe Food Handler and Manager Certification, Expires March 21, 2028
Department of Transportation (DOT) Certificate
Top Performing Consultant, Jenny Craig – Achieved sales exceeding $240,000
Accomplishments
- Appeared on The Rhode Show to showcase RMC&E Kentucky Derby Event
- Participated in Volunteer work within our community through RMC&E
- Collaborated in development of Event Chef training program
- Senior Event Chef Trainer
- Experienced in opening a new private restaurant and take-over of all IBM accounts with Eurest Dining services
- Catered All Star Hockey game with Coca Cola & Wayne Gretzky for 1000 guests
- Participated in events for Special Olympics
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Event Chef
RUSSELL MORIN CATERING AND EVENTS
04.2017 - Current
KITCHEN MANAGER
RUSSELL MORIN CATERING AND EVENTS
05.2006 - 04.2017
CATERING CHEF/BAKER
MATTAPPOISETT INN
07.2001 - 03.2004
ServSafe Food Handler and Manager Certification, Expires March 21, 2028
Department of Transportation (DOT) Certificate
Top Performing Consultant, Jenny Craig – Achieved sales exceeding $240,000
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - HOTEL/RESTAURANT INSTITUTIONAL MANAGEMENT
JOHNSON & WALES UNIVERSITY
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE - HOTEL/FOOD & BEVERAGE MANAGEMENT
JOHNSON & WALES UNIVERSITY
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