Nicole Perry
Hyattsville,MD
Summary
Talented kitchen leader and team motivator successful at maintaining staff focus and productivity in high-volume, fast-paced operations. Experienced with international cuisine, sourcing ingredients, controlling budgets and boosting restaurant profiles. Conversational skills. High-performing Chef offering 17 years of restaurant experience. Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. Talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Chef
Sodexo
03.2024 - Current
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Maintained a safe and sanitary work environment, adhering to health department standards and regulations.
- Increased customer satisfaction by creating innovative and diverse menus tailored to various dietary needs.
- Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Generated employee schedules and work assignments and determined appropriate compensation rates.
Executive Chef
Hawthorn Retirement Group LLC
04.2021 - 10.2023
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
- Requisitioned food, selected and developed recipes and standardized production recipes for consistent quality.
- Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
- Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
- Generated employee schedules and work assignments and determined appropriate compensation rates.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
- Implemented successful cross-marketing strategies such as food and wine pairings.
Executive Chef
Senior Lifestyle
10.2018 - 04.2021
- Requisitioned food, selected and developed recipes and standardized production recipes for consistent quality.
- Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
- Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Generated employee schedules and work assignments and determined appropriate compensation rates.
- Coordinated employee schedules and developed staff teams to boost productivity.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
Executive Sous Chef
Del Mar
12.2017 - 10.2018
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Verified compliance in preparation of menu items and customer special requests.
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Delivered excellent food quality and maximized customer satisfaction by preparing meals according to customer requests.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
Executive Sous Chef
Two Hands
10.2014 - 12.2017
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Verified compliance in preparation of menu items and customer special requests.
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Delivered excellent food quality and maximized customer satisfaction by preparing meals according to customer requests.
Line Cook
Clyde's Restaurant Group
04.2012 - 10.2014
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
Education
Restaurant And Culinary Management
L'Academie De Cuisine
06.2017
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
The Art Institute of New York City
07.2012
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Food Spoilage Prevention
- BOH Operations
- Forecasting and Planning
- Payroll and Scheduling
- Hiring, Training, and Development
- Menu Planning
- Food Plating and Presentation
- Order Management
- Policy Development
- ServSafe Certification
- Creative Thinking
- Attention to Detail
- Cost Control
- Strong Work Ethic
- Operations Management
- Catering and Events
- Dietary Restrictions
Certification
Food Handlers Certificate
Food Allergy Training Certificate
Timeline
Executive Chef
Sodexo
03.2024 - Current
Executive Chef
Hawthorn Retirement Group LLC
04.2021 - 10.2023
Executive Chef
Senior Lifestyle
10.2018 - 04.2021
Executive Sous Chef
Del Mar
12.2017 - 10.2018
Executive Sous Chef
Two Hands
10.2014 - 12.2017
Line Cook
Clyde's Restaurant Group
04.2012 - 10.2014
Restaurant And Culinary Management
L'Academie De Cuisine
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
The Art Institute of New York City
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