Preston Teal
Coeur D'Alene,Idaho
Summary
Chef de Cuisine with proven expertise in menu development, food inventory management, and quality control. Successfully managed banquet departments generating over one million in monthly sales.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef de Cuisine
Alpen Glow - J&L Hospitality
Denali, AK
05.2025 - Current
- Managed banquet department, overseeing operations that consistently generated over one million in sales each month.
- Developed and implemented new menu items that increased customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Monitored kitchen inventory and ordered food and supplies to ensure optimal stock levels.
Expo / Saute
The Ram - Sun Valley Resort
Sun Valley, Idaho
10.2025 - 04.2026
- Ensure quality and presentation of all food leaving the kitchen.
- Manage multiple prep-lists on a daily basis.
- Organized and called all incoming orders.
Saute
Sweet Basil Vail
Vail, CO
11.2023 - 04.2024
- Assist in maintaining a Michelin Guide standard.
- Use intentional plating techniques to create visibly appealing dishes.
- Prep accordingly to feed over 400 people daily in a fine dining restraunt.
Sous Chef
Xanterra Parks & Resorts
Yellowstone National Park , Montana
04.2023 - 10.2023
- Managed a team of over 20 people.
- Organized Prep for an operation serving over 2000 people daily.
- Assisting in managing three food venues simultaneously.
Skills
- Menu design
- Inventory control
- Quality control standards
- Banquet operations
- Team management
- Staff training
- Customer service
- Conflict resolution
Timeline
Expo / Saute
The Ram - Sun Valley Resort
10.2025 - 04.2026
Chef de Cuisine
Alpen Glow - J&L Hospitality
05.2025 - Current
Saute
Sweet Basil Vail
11.2023 - 04.2024
Sous Chef
Xanterra Parks & Resorts
04.2023 - 10.2023