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Paul Alden

San Antonio,Texas

Summary

Self Motivated professional that has been working in the industry for 6 plus years now . Quality focused and efficient culinarian at cooking and planning in high fast paced environments. Have overseen banquets and prep for 300 plus people along with watching over a al carte member dinning. Willing to be a strong assent to any team with various leadership styles, strong food prep, organization skills, discipline work ethic, and willingness to do whatever it takes to get the job done

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Sous Chef

Arcis Golf
03.2022 - Current
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Assist Executive Chef with overseen all aspects of kitchen from banquets to a la carte
  • Responsible for ordering in complies with BEOS and member dinning
  • Supervises employees in daily operations of kitchen to ensure quality and timeliness of product
  • Ensure financial targets are being met labor, food cost, spends etc.
  • Ready to Work in any position in kitchen as needed
  • assist in menu development, from catering menus to a la carte
  • Maintains constant communication between departments

Banquet Chef

Arcis Golf
08.2020 - 02.2022
  • Managed production by adhering to preparation, plating and presentation standards to deliver top quality food.
  • Ordered food and supplies used to prepare meals for on average 125people.
  • Chopped vegetables, butchered meat and prepared sauces in advance to serve guests promptly and efficiently.
  • Dated and rotated food containers, safely stored perishables and maintained sanitary work environment to maximize food safety.
  • Assisted with menu development and planning.

Lead Line Cook

Arcis Golf
05.2019 - 07.2020
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Created new menu ideas and features
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.

Cook II

Wyndham Hotel
03.2018 - 02.2019
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.

Line Cook

Ambridge Hospitality
08.2017 - 06.2018
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.

Education

Culinary Arts -

Culinary Institute of America
San Antonio, TX
12.2019

Timeline

Executive Sous Chef

Arcis Golf
03.2022 - Current

Banquet Chef

Arcis Golf
08.2020 - 02.2022

Lead Line Cook

Arcis Golf
05.2019 - 07.2020

Cook II

Wyndham Hotel
03.2018 - 02.2019

Line Cook

Ambridge Hospitality
08.2017 - 06.2018

Culinary Arts -

Culinary Institute of America
Paul Alden