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Preston Bennett III

Brazoria,TX

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven Banquet Chef with extensive experience at Vail Resorts Inc. Skilled in kitchen management and quality control, I excelled in delivering high-volume meals while ensuring sanitation and food presentation standards. Recognized for fostering teamwork and enhancing customer satisfaction through exceptional service and culinary excellence.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Banquet Chef

Vail Resorts Inc
05.2025 - Current
  • Grilled, roasted, baked and performed other cooking techniques to produce high volume meals.
  • Practiced safe work habits to avoid possible injury to self or other employees.
  • Learned menu items produced by assigned station to achieve proper quantities.
  • Analyzed banquet event orders and planned and coordinated functions with catering staff to meet or exceed customer expectations.

Lift Operator

Mountain Capital Management
12.2024 - 04.2025
  • Learned and enforced lift rules, policies and procedures.
  • Ensured efficient lift operations by coordinating with other team members and maintaining clear communication.
  • Performed pre-operation inspections and post-operation shutdown procedures.
  • Provided excellent customer service, answering questions about mountain trails, directions, and resort facilities as needed.

Team Lead Chef

Xanterra Parks & Resorts At Yellowstone
05.2024 - 09.2024
  • Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
  • Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.
  • Served as a role model for the team by demonstrating commitment to excellence, professionalism, and adherence to company values at all times.
  • Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.

Advanced Cook

Vail Ski Resort
11.2023 - 04.2024
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.

Advanced Cook

Xanterra Parks & Resorts At Yellowstone
05.2023 - 10.2023
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.

Intermediate Cook

Vail Resorts Inc
11.2022 - 02.2023
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.

Education

Business Management Certification - Business Management

Brazosport College
Lake Jackson, TX

Skills

  • Sanitation procedures
  • Food presentation
  • Kitchen management
  • Quality control

Timeline

Banquet Chef

Vail Resorts Inc
05.2025 - Current

Lift Operator

Mountain Capital Management
12.2024 - 04.2025

Team Lead Chef

Xanterra Parks & Resorts At Yellowstone
05.2024 - 09.2024

Advanced Cook

Vail Ski Resort
11.2023 - 04.2024

Advanced Cook

Xanterra Parks & Resorts At Yellowstone
05.2023 - 10.2023

Intermediate Cook

Vail Resorts Inc
11.2022 - 02.2023

Business Management Certification - Business Management

Brazosport College

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