Hi, I’m
Payne Helmers
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Proficient Sous Chef highly effective at operating in fast-paced, demanding environments. Adaptable professional with success handling any challenge. 10 Year background in high-end restaurant industry.
Overview
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Scratch & Co
Sous Chef
09.2022 - 07.2023
Job overview
- Acted as manager on duty when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fine dining establishment
- Assisted in assessing food costs, and menu planning
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles, as well as continuing their education
Adda Coffeehouse & Bazaar
Cafe Manager
11.2021 - 08.2022
Job overview
- Trained cafe employees to consistently exceed customers' expectations and provide superior service.
- Handled business administration functions such as payroll, cash register counting, and supply ordering.
- Inspected equipment and machinery for proper working condition and directed staff to clean and repair as needed.
- Filled in for absent employees in any position in cafe, keeping operations efficient even when short-handed.
Parkhurst Dining
Cafe Attendant
06.2021 - 11.2021
Job overview
- Assisted customers with product selection by answering questions about food ingredients and nutritional value.
- Maintained clean and attractive product displays to entice customer purchases.
- Exceeded customer expectations by providing welcoming environment and prompt and friendly service.
Haskel's Deli
Food Truck Manager
07.2020 - 07.2021
Job overview
- Accepted orders and packed food for takeout and delivery.
- Hired and supervised food truck prep cooks, cashiers and service window attendants.
- Greeted customers, answered menu questions and responded to complaints.
- Calculated operating budget, set menu prices and worked with suppliers to stock inventory.
Education
Sycamore High SchoolCincinnati, OH
High School Diploma
Skills
- Dietary Requirements
- Food Preparing, Plating and Presentation
- Team Leadership
- Control Labor Costs
- Staff Training
- Employee Performance Oversight
Timeline
Sous Chef
Scratch & Co
09.2022 - 07.2023
Cafe Manager
Adda Coffeehouse & Bazaar
11.2021 - 08.2022
Cafe Attendant
Parkhurst Dining
06.2021 - 11.2021
Food Truck Manager
Haskel's Deli
07.2020 - 07.2021
Sycamore High School
High School Diploma
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