Robert Tracy
Sidney,ME
Summary
Offering more than 15 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 culinary skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
The Augusta Country Club
Manchester, ME
04.2021 - Current
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Coordinated with vendors to order supplies and maintain high quality standards.
Executive Head Chef
Dockside Inn
Greenville, ME
11.2020 - 04.2021
- Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
- Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
- Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
- Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
Executive Chef
Le Club Calumet
Augusta, ME
01.2015 - 03.2020
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
- Requisitioned food, selected and developed recipes and standardized production recipes for consistent quality.
- Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
- Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
Kitchen Supervisor
Roosters Coal Fired Pizza
Augusta, ME
06.2012 - 01.2015
- Monitored food preparation, production, and plating for quality control.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Controlled food costs and managed inventory.
- Disciplined and motivated staff to achieve challenging objectives in fast-paced culinary environments.
Sous Chef/Line Cook
Waterville Country Club / Sugarloaf Inn
Carrabassett, ME
06.2010 - 03.2012
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
- Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
Line Cook
Damillos
Portland, ME
09.2008 - 01.2010
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
Dishwasher/Cook's Assistant
Haffords Saloon
Waterville, ME
01.2006 - 06.2008
- Worked with chef to prepare daily food specials and other supplies.
- Prepared food orders to support waitstaff and other team members.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Followed recipes closely for consistent taste, quality and presentation.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Southern Maine Community College
South Portland, ME05.2010
Skills
- Performance Improvement
- Corrective Actions
- Basic Math
- Hospitality Management
- Equipment Maintenance
- High-Volume Environments
- Purchasing
- Verify Food Quality
Timeline
Sous Chef
The Augusta Country Club
04.2021 - Current
Executive Head Chef
Dockside Inn
11.2020 - 04.2021
Executive Chef
Le Club Calumet
01.2015 - 03.2020
Kitchen Supervisor
Roosters Coal Fired Pizza
06.2012 - 01.2015
Sous Chef/Line Cook
Waterville Country Club / Sugarloaf Inn
06.2010 - 03.2012
Line Cook
Damillos
09.2008 - 01.2010
Dishwasher/Cook's Assistant
Haffords Saloon
01.2006 - 06.2008
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Southern Maine Community College