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Robert Denton
Chef
Silver Spring,MD
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Summary
Forward-thinking professional offering more than Number years of experience working in fast-paced kitchens. Skilled at staying focused and productive in high-stress situations and maintaining calmness in busy times. Excellent and proven Type skills. High-performing Chef offering Number years of restaurant experience. Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. Talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams. Talented kitchen leader and team motivator successful at maintaining staff focus and productivity in high-volume, fast-paced operations. Experienced with Type cuisine, sourcing ingredients, controlling budgets and boosting restaurant profiles. Conversational Language skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Coopers Hall Winery And Taproom
Chef
12.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
- Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
- Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
- Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
- Implemented successful cross-marketing strategies such as food and wine pairings.
AC Marriott
Chef
09.2022 - 12.2022
Job overview
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
- Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
- Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
- Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
Miller's Ale House
Chef
07.2021 - 09.2022
Job overview
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
- Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
Papa John's Pizza
Assistant Store Manager
02.2017 - 09.2019
Job overview
- Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
- Walked through store areas to identify and proactively resolve issues negatively impacting operations.
- Maintained positive customer relationships by responding quickly to customer service inquiries.
- Supervised and evaluated staff to help improve skills, achieve daily objectives, and attain advancement.
- Processed payments for credit and debit cards and returned proper change for cash transactions.
- Responded to customer concerns, working with manager to significantly raise customer satisfaction ratings.
- Created and maintained safe and secure work environments for employees.
- Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
- Interviewed, hired, and trained staff associates and equipped to comply with company policies and procedures.
- Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
- Analyzed customer feedback and implemented strategies to improve customer experience.
Education
Gaithersburg High SchoolGaithersburg, MD
Skills
- Chef Support
- Brand Loyalty
- Sauce Preparation
- Temperature Monitoring
- Train Staff
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Company Safety Standards
- Food and Beverage Pairings
- Contamination Prevention
- Food Preparing, Plating and Presentation
- Food Stock and Supply Management
- Fine Dining Expertise
- Food Inventories
- Cleaning and Sanitizing Methods
- Hospitality Service Expertise
- Staff Supervision and Coordination
- Food Preparation and Safety
- Kitchen Management
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Banquets and Catering
- Operations Management
- Recipe Development
- Rotation Procedures
- Steady Food Flows
- Food Service Operations
- Cash Register Operations
- Food Spoilage Prevention
- Order Delivery Practices
- Portion and Cost Control
- Knife Use
- Cooking Technique Demonstrations
- Made-to-Order Meals
- Vendor Sourcing
- Equipment Inspection and Maintenance
- Supply Estimates
- Hiring, Training and Development
- Staff Performance Assessments
- Waste Control
- Kitchen Crew Training
- Tool Preparation
- Machinery Upkeep
- Production Preparation
- Forecasting and Planning
- Control Labor Costs
- Procedure Preparation
- Hand Tools
- Proper Storage Procedures
- Menu Planning
- Servsafe Certified
- Developing Menus
- Food Plating and Presentation
- Marketing Strategies
- High-Volume Environments
- Organization and Prioritization
- Equipment Purchasing
- Collaborative Relationships
- Special Requests
- Counter Sanitization
- Utensils and Equipment
- Cook Consistent Dishes
- Kitchen Equipment Operation
- Profit Target Achievement
- Staff Recruiting and Hiring
- Process Improvement
- Guest Satisfaction
- Sandwich Artistry
- Food Preparation Techniques
- Work Assignments
- Kitchen Staff Management
- Effective Communication
- Scheduling
- Mixing Dishes
- Handling Plates
- Catering Events
- Foodstuff Procurement
- Dietary Restrictions
- New Hire Training
- Culinary Trends
- Hospitality Management
- Restaurant Operation
- Disciplinary Action
- BOH Operations
- Sanitation Guidelines
- Food Safety Oversight
- Baking and Broiling Skills
- Verify Food Quality
- Performance Improvement
Availability
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Timeline
Chef
Coopers Hall Winery And Taproom
12.2022 - Current
Chef
AC Marriott
09.2022 - 12.2022
Chef
Miller's Ale House
07.2021 - 09.2022
Assistant Store Manager
Papa John's Pizza
02.2017 - 09.2019
Gaithersburg High School
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