Rachel Salyers
Nashville,TN
Summary
Experienced corporate Sous Chef looking to advance knowledge and experience in the food service industry. Demonstrates organizational skills, budgeting experience and understanding of financial reports. Hires, trains and manages staff to provide employees with guidance and resources to accomplish established objectives.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Account Executive
International Gourmet Foods
Nashville, TN
07.2023 - Current
Sous Chef
Grand Hyatt Hotel
Nashville, TN
05.2021 - 07.2023
- Direct staff across multiple outlets within property to maintain departmental objectives, standards, guidelines and budget.
- Supervise all kitchen staff on food safety and preparation in a demanding, high-volume environment.
- Expedite as well as work all stations to maintain the standards of the Executive Chef and Food and Beverage Director.
- Purchase, receive, organize and rotate food products.
- Create and write menus and recipes using high quality, local, and seasonal ingredients.
- Conduct monthly inventory to monitor excessive product waste and maintain low food cost.
- Oversee kitchen employee scheduling as well as payroll to meet coverage needs and avoid wasted labor.
- Create and execute menus for multiple private banquet-style events hosted in managed outlets.
Sous Chef
Chauhan Ale And Masala House
Nashville, TN
02.2021 - 05.2021
Lead Line Cook
Moto Cucina + Enoteca
Nashville, TN
08.2020 - 02.2021
Kitchen Supervisor
Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center
Nashville, TN
06.2016 - 08.2020
Shift Lead
Sonic Drive-In
Smyrna, TN
05.2013 - 06.2016
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
Nashville State Community College
Nashville, TN05.2018
High School Diploma -
Smyrna High School
Smyrna, TN05.2012
Skills
- Clean and organized
- Portion and cost control
- Menu and recipe development
- Purchasing and inventory experience
- Positive and professional
Timeline
Sales Account Executive
International Gourmet Foods
07.2023 - Current
Sous Chef
Grand Hyatt Hotel
05.2021 - 07.2023
Sous Chef
Chauhan Ale And Masala House
02.2021 - 05.2021
Lead Line Cook
Moto Cucina + Enoteca
08.2020 - 02.2021
Kitchen Supervisor
Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center
06.2016 - 08.2020
Shift Lead
Sonic Drive-In
05.2013 - 06.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
Nashville State Community College
High School Diploma -
Smyrna High School
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