Paul Sommer
Seattle,WA
Summary
Versatile and dynamic, with a proven track record at Ethan Stowell Restaurants, I excel in kitchen leadership and team coordination. Demonstrated expertise in food safety and vendor relationship management, I've significantly enhanced operational efficiency and guest satisfaction. My innovative culinary techniques and effective mentorship have fostered a collaborative environment, leading to commendable health inspection results and menu development.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Facilities Manager
Ethan Stowell Restaurants ESR
03.2016 - Current
- Responsible for all things related but not limited to-
- Equipment maintenance/repair, replacement and installation
- HVAC/refrigeration maintenance and repair
- New construction and current building improvement projects
- Vendor and Contractor management and relations
- Oversight of service technicians
- Fire suppression confidence testing
- Security system and camera installation and monitoring
- Electrical and plumbing troubleshooting
- Exhaust hood fan service
- Grease interceptor service
- Vehicle service and maintenance
- A broad scope of restaurant facility needs that require creative problem solving and logistical skills across multiple locations in the Seattle metro area, Spokane and Boise.
Lead Line Cook
Matt’s in the Market
07.2015 - 03.2016
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality
- Prepared high end cuisine with extremely seasonal, local ingredients.
- Meat and fish butchery
- Expedite dinner services ensuring the highest quality dining experience.
Sous Chef
Red Cow
01.2014 - 07.2015
- Assisted in all aspects of opening this French bistro focused restaurant.
- All protein butchery
- Charcuterie production
- Kitchen staff management, scheduling, hiring and training.
Sous Chef
Staple and Fancy Mercantile
03.2011 - 02.2014
- Prepared multi course chef driven menus
- Fresh pasta production
- Private party and catering event organization and execution.
Education
Certificate - Facilities Management
University of Washington
Seattle, WA05.2018
Associates Of Applied Arts And Science - Culinary Arts
South Seattle Community College
Seattle, WA06.2006
Bachelors In Sciences - Psychology
Washington State University
Pullman, WA05.2001
Skills
- Multiple restaurant facilities Management
- Equipment Inspection and Maintenance
- Kitchen Management
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Subcontractor and maintenance staff oversight
- Critical thinking and Troubleshooting difficult challenges
Timeline
Facilities Manager
Ethan Stowell Restaurants ESR
03.2016 - Current
Lead Line Cook
Matt’s in the Market
07.2015 - 03.2016
Sous Chef
Red Cow
01.2014 - 07.2015
Sous Chef
Staple and Fancy Mercantile
03.2011 - 02.2014
Certificate - Facilities Management
University of Washington
Associates Of Applied Arts And Science - Culinary Arts
South Seattle Community College
Bachelors In Sciences - Psychology
Washington State University
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