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Orenthal Monk

Orenthal Monk

Chef
Memphis,TN

Summary

Trained and professional chef with 13 years of commercial culinary preparation and management experience. Skillfully creates and maintains professional and loyal relationships with co-workers, staff and clients while managing administrative and sales employees. Comfortable working independently as manager and leader and as collaborative team member. Applies business acumen and experience and uses decisive judgment to meet and exceed organizational goals.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Chef

Memphis Grizzlies
Memphis, Tennessee
09.2023 - Current
  • Lead culinary team to create diverse menus for game day events.
  • Manage food inventory and order supplies for kitchen operations.
  • Work closely with dietitian and nutrition staff to provide balanced meals tailored to player needs.
  • Create menus using fresh ingredients from local vendors.
  • Implement and maintain strict food safety and hygiene procedures, ensuring proper food handling, storage, and preparation techniques.
  • Build and maintain relationships with vendors to ensure the delivery of high quality products.
  • Address player feedback, dietary restrictions, and special requests.
  • Address any issues or challenges that arise in the kitchen, including equipment malfunctions, staffing shortages, or player complaints.
  • Foster a positive and collaborative environment in the kitchen, promoting teamwork and communication.

Executive Business Car Chef

BNSF Railways
Topeka , KS
07.2014 - 09.2023
  • Keep records for production, inventory, income and expenses.
  • Determine pricing for products or services based on costs, competition, and type of event.
  • Interview, train and supervise employees.
  • Conduct quarterly performance appraisals of direct reports.
  • Arrange travel accommodations for team members when preparing for events.
  • Communicate with CEO assistant to plan menu for special events.
  • Established favorable relationships with vendors and contractors, facilitating contract negotiation and development of marketing and sales strategies.
  • Create menus.

Apprentice Chef

The Atriums
Overland Park , KS
08.2011 - 06.2014
  • Checked dates on food to maintain proper rotation, discarding expired items.
  • Handled presentation standards and portion control requirements.
  • Enforced safe sanitation practices.
  • Open kitchen and set up prep stations.
  • Assisted head chef by chopping and preparing cooking ingredients.
  • Rotated food stock, using up older items first and rejecting expired goods.
  • Performed as head chef to maintain team productivity and restaurant quality.

Apprentice Chef

Lake Quivira Country Club
Lake Quivira , KS
08.2010 - 08.2011
  • Used commercial baking and cooking equipment.
  • Checked dates on food to maintain proper rotation, discarding expired items.
  • Handled presentation standards and portion control requirements.
  • Worked with head chef to master cutting and preparation techniques.

Education

Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts

Johnson County Community College
Overland Park, KS
05.2014

Some College (No Degree) -

University of Arkansas At Little Rock
Little Rock, AR

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Cost Analysis and Savings
  • Employee Development
  • Strategic Planning
  • Operations Management
  • Vendor Relationship Management
  • Policies and Procedures Development
  • Budget Control

Timeline

Executive Chef

Memphis Grizzlies
09.2023 - Current

Executive Business Car Chef

BNSF Railways
07.2014 - 09.2023

Apprentice Chef

The Atriums
08.2011 - 06.2014

Apprentice Chef

Lake Quivira Country Club
08.2010 - 08.2011

Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts

Johnson County Community College

Some College (No Degree) -

University of Arkansas At Little Rock

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