Patrick McBride
Elmwood Park,IL
Summary
Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in the service industry and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Founder and Lead Donut Creator
Secret Donut Society
06.2022 - Current
- Successful donut pop-up around Chicago
- Created 70+ different flavors of donuts
- Regularly donate portions of the proceeds to charitable organizations.
Shift Manager
Candycopia
05.2024 - 04.2025
- Supervised employees on the sales floor.
- Retail sales of candy and ice cream in store.
- Built relationships with customers to increase sales.
- Troubleshot equipment to reduce service calls and downtime.
- Responsible for the research and development of the freeze-dried candy program.
- Coordinated merchandising, promoted new products, and increased brand awareness.
- Assisted with the shipping and receiving of candy.
Line Cook
TriBecca's Sandwich Shop
06.2022 - 05.2024
- Responsible for cooking and preparing sandwiches per menu specifications
- Answered questions from customers regarding menu and food options and referred items based on customers' likes
- Assisted in training new employees when needed.
Line Cook
Sage/Bernard Zell
09.2018 - 06.2022
- Responsible for preparing soup and other food items for over 500 people
- Assisted other workers in the kitchen as needed.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep tasks and effectively organizing workstations.
- Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
Sous Chef
Frunchroom
02.2018 - 09.2018
- Responsible for set up of AM and PM lines, prep and order list fabrication
- Created doughnut and pastry program
- Assisted in training both front and back of house staff.
Lead Line Cook
Novo
07.2016 - 04.2017
- Lead hot line cook responsible for 5+ menu items
- Assisted with the pastry and ice cream programs
- Responsible for prep cook duties
Executive Chef
Pork Shoppe
04.2016 - 07.2016
- In charge of a 5 man team.
- Responsible for meat fabrication and lead smoker
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Responsible for hiring new staff as well as creating the schedule
Food Truck Manager
Flirty Cupcakes
10.2015 - 03.2016
- Created and managed the route for the truck
- Posted to social media regarding location.
- Purchased and assisted in bakery.
Prep Cook & Menu Development
KNIFE & TINE
09.2015 - 10.2015
- Assisted in preparing the kitchen and restaurant for opening
- Assisted with menu planning, incorporating seasonal ingredients for fresh and innovative dishes.
Kitchen Manager
Pork Shoppe
01.2012 - 07.2015
- Assisted in preparing the kitchen and restaurant for opening;
- Managed and scheduled a crew of five cooks;
- Purchased necessary food for the week's menu
- Worked front of the house (register, serving and customer service) when needed.
Lead Line Cook
Baum & Brix
09.2012 - 12.2012
- Prepared hot line for service
- Responsible for preparing five menu items on a daily basis
- Assisted in pastry and meat fabrication.
Line Cook
Pork Shoppe
01.2011 - 09.2012
- Prepared hot and cold lines for service
- Assisted with smoker preparation
- Created weekly specials for the menu.
Garde Manager
ING
03.2010 - 11.2011
- Responsible for the management of the cold line
- Prepared and worked on the hot line as needed
- Worked on Miracle Berry tasting menu
- Hand pulled La Mien noodles.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts
Chicago, IL06.2012
Skills
- Sales
- Social Media Marketing
- Customer Service
- Food Safety
- Ingredient Preparation
- Line Management
- Staff management
- Reliable and Trustworthy
- Highly motivated
- Attention to Detail
Certification
- ServSafe
Timeline
Shift Manager
Candycopia
05.2024 - 04.2025
Founder and Lead Donut Creator
Secret Donut Society
06.2022 - Current
Line Cook
TriBecca's Sandwich Shop
06.2022 - 05.2024
Line Cook
Sage/Bernard Zell
09.2018 - 06.2022
Sous Chef
Frunchroom
02.2018 - 09.2018
Lead Line Cook
Novo
07.2016 - 04.2017
Executive Chef
Pork Shoppe
04.2016 - 07.2016
Food Truck Manager
Flirty Cupcakes
10.2015 - 03.2016
Prep Cook & Menu Development
KNIFE & TINE
09.2015 - 10.2015
Lead Line Cook
Baum & Brix
09.2012 - 12.2012
Kitchen Manager
Pork Shoppe
01.2012 - 07.2015
Line Cook
Pork Shoppe
01.2011 - 09.2012
Garde Manager
ING
03.2010 - 11.2011
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts
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