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Omar Feyen

Dodge Center

Summary

Creative chef with extensive experience in menu development, vendor management, and cost control. Proven ability to streamline kitchen operations and deliver high-quality catering experiences.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef Co Owner

Omars Kitchen Catering
Kasson, MN
10.2008 - Current

Heavy Catering

Omars Cafe in West Concord MN.

Baked Items for The Rochester Farmers Market and for our Special events

Have listed The Cafe for sale

Am going to semi-retire

Going to continue to bake for the Farmers Market

That is only one day a week

Looking for a part time opportunity, not necessary in the Food Service Industry

Executive Chef

Sunstone Hotels
Rochester, MN
08.2006 - 10.2008
  • Developed and executed seasonal menus, enhancing culinary offerings and guest satisfaction.
  • Managed kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing food waste and optimizing costs.
  • Collaborated with suppliers to source high-quality ingredients, maintaining strong vendor relationships.

Executive Chef

Rochester Golf and Country Club
Rochester, MN
09.2002 - 07.2006

Over saw rebuilding of new Country Club

Kitchen Design and Restaffing

  • Trained and mentored junior chefs, fostering a collaborative team environment.

Regional Executive Chef

Sunstone Hotels
Rochester, MN
08.1999 - 08.2002

Was over one Holiday Inn

one Marriott Hotel

The Kahler Grand Hotel

Kahler Inn and Suites

  • Led culinary teams in creating innovative menus aligned with brand standards.
  • Oversaw food quality and presentation, ensuring consistency across all properties.
  • Developed training programs to enhance kitchen staff skills and efficiency.
  • Collaborated with management on strategic planning for seasonal menu changes.
  • Implemented cost control measures to optimize food and labor expenses.

Corp Executive Chef

Azars Catering
Fort Wayne, IN
08.1997 - 07.1999

Was over

3 Big Boy restaurants

Two Marriott Hotels

And

  • Led culinary team in preparation and execution of high-quality catering events.
  • Developed innovative menus tailored to client preferences and seasonal ingredients.

Two Holiday Inns

Executive Chef Manager

Ogden Entertainment
Moline, IL
03.1993 - 08.1997
  • Assisted in menu planning and development, focusing on seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
  • Supported daily kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Collaborated with staff to maintain high standards of food quality and presentation.
  • Participated in inventory management, tracking supplies to minimize waste and optimize costs.
  • Managed budget effectively by carefully tracking expenses and identifying cost-saving opportunities within the operation.

Education

High School Diploma -

Moline SR High
Moline, IL

Timeline

Chef Co Owner

Omars Kitchen Catering
10.2008 - Current

Executive Chef

Sunstone Hotels
08.2006 - 10.2008

Executive Chef

Rochester Golf and Country Club
09.2002 - 07.2006

Regional Executive Chef

Sunstone Hotels
08.1999 - 08.2002

Corp Executive Chef

Azars Catering
08.1997 - 07.1999

Executive Chef Manager

Ogden Entertainment
03.1993 - 08.1997

High School Diploma -

Moline SR High
Omar Feyen