Pleszant Davis
Summary
A motivating open minded chef with accredited culinary education, a foundation in classical cooking techniques, dining services, and quality food service operations.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
Deco Lounge
10.2023 - Current
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Collaborated with executive chef to develop innovative menu items, leading to increased guest return rates and positive reviews.
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
Travel Chef
Independent Contractor
03.2023 - Current
- Worked in various settings, such as on cruise ships, rehabilitation centers, senior living facilities, or for private clients who require personal meal services during their travels.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Delivered specialized culinary expertise and guidance to more than 500 individuals with specific dietary needs, ensuring their unique nutritional requirements were met.
Sous Chef
Rush Creek Ale House
06.2022 - 10.2023
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Maintained a safe and sanitary work environment, adhering to health department standards and regulations.
- Advanced in Grill, Smoke, Saute, and other cooking techniques performed to produce high volume quality meals.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
Boulder, CO05.2024
Diploma - Culinary Arts And Operations
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
Boulder, CO11.2023
Skills
- Kitchen Leadership
- Team Leadership
- Food Safety & Sanitation
- Inventory Management
- Menu Planning
- Nutrition Expertise
- Efficient Knife Skills
- Food Cost Control
- Storeroom Operations
- Foodservice / Handling
- Advanced Cooking Techniques
Timeline
Sous Chef
Deco Lounge
10.2023 - Current
Travel Chef
Independent Contractor
03.2023 - Current
Sous Chef
Rush Creek Ale House
06.2022 - 10.2023
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
Diploma - Culinary Arts And Operations
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
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