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Philip Litalien

Dallas,TX

Summary

Dynamic culinary leader in high-pressure settings. Highly motivated to grow with a resilient work ethic. Focused on high standards for taste and quality, while maintaining a collaborative, cohesive team environment.

Culinary professional with deep commitment to delivering high-quality dining experiences. Expertise in crafting unique recipes and leading kitchen teams to consistent excellence. Known for adaptability and collaborative approach, ensuring smooth operations and customer satisfaction.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Chef

Fish And Fizz Food Truck
11.2024 - Current
  • Operated food truck, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Managed inventory levels, optimizing stock to minimize waste and enhance service efficiency.
  • Streamlined food preparation processes, reducing order wait times while maintaining quality standards.
  • Greeted customers, answered menu questions and responded to complaints.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service in a fast-paced food truck environment.
  • Ensured cleanliness and safety within food truck, adhering to local health department guidelines.
  • Assisted food prep and assembly on line and served 200-300 customers per event.

Sous Chef/Kitchen Manager

La Neta
08.2024 - 10.2024
  • Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and service operations.
  • Developed and executed seasonal menus highlighting local ingredients and culinary trends.
  • Ensured compliance with food safety standards and sanitation protocols throughout kitchen operations.
  • Trained and mentored junior chefs, enhancing team performance and skill levels.
  • Collaborated with management to optimize inventory control, reducing waste and improving cost efficiency.
  • Implemented quality control measures to maintain high standards in food presentation and taste.
  • Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
  • Resolved customer feedback efficiently, enhancing guest satisfaction through timely adjustments in service delivery.
  • Coordinated special events catering, customizing menus to meet client specifications and dietary needs.

Kitchen Manager

Barnone
03.2024 - 08.2024
  • Ensure all staff BOH & FOH understood expectations and parameters of daily kitchen work and productivity goals
  • Maintained a skilled kitchen staff cultivating a family-oriented culture by properly coaching, mentoring, and disciplining employees.
  • Ensure kitchen operations running smooth and timely in preparation and delivery of meals and catering.
  • Streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.

Culinary Supervisor

Barnone
06.2022 - 03.2024
  • Assisted Head Chef in managing the kitchen while maintaining high quality food standards
  • Supported in training and development of kitchen staff

Line Cook

Barnone
11.2020 - 06.2022
  • Assisted in food preparation and cooking consistently ensuring high-quality dishes were produced.
  • Follow recipe guidelines and standards

Line Cook / FOH Support

Bartaco
12.2018 - 02.2020
  • Work all BOH line positions along with food prep.
  • Verified proper portion sizes and consistently attained high food quality standards
  • Assist FOH to run food, expo food, and hosted when needed.
  • Cooked food in accordance to recipes, portions, temperature control while maintaining a sanitized work space.

Education

Certificate of Technical Studies - Culinary Arts

Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts School
Dallas, TX
11-2016

Skills

  • Effective stress diffusion and problem resolution
  • Clear interpersonal communication
  • Effective task organization skills
  • Culinary expertise
  • Catering contract management
  • Inventory control
  • Expo coordination
  • Hygiene standards enforcement
  • Customer engagement
  • Culinary knife techniques
  • Culinary techniques
  • Menu strategy and recipe organization

Certification

  • ServSafe Food Manager
  • TABC Certification
  • Bartender License
  • Secret Clearance

Community Service

United States Army, Signal System Specialist, 2005-05, 2014-08, Rank: Specialist

Section name

Willing to relocate

Timeline

Chef

Fish And Fizz Food Truck
11.2024 - Current

Sous Chef/Kitchen Manager

La Neta
08.2024 - 10.2024

Kitchen Manager

Barnone
03.2024 - 08.2024

Culinary Supervisor

Barnone
06.2022 - 03.2024

Line Cook

Barnone
11.2020 - 06.2022

Line Cook / FOH Support

Bartaco
12.2018 - 02.2020

Certificate of Technical Studies - Culinary Arts

Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts School

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