Lynn Adams
Fort Lauderdale,FL
Summary
Accomplished Sous Chef with a proven track record at Ocean Reef Club Key Largo, enhancing kitchen efficiency. Experienced in fine dining and high quality sauce preparation. Demonstrated ability to maintain high standards under pressure, ensuring quality and presentation exceed expectations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Junior Sous Chef
MAASS
10.2023 - Current
- Oversaw morning preparation and personally handled stock and sauce production.
- Daily responsibility of running the Chef's Counter.
Sous Chef
Ocean Reef Club Key Largo
02.2021 - 10.2023
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
Cook 1
Ocean Reef Club Key Largo
10.2018 - 02.2021
- 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.
Cook 2
Ocean Reef Club
05.2017 - 10.2018
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
Cook 3
Ocean Reef Club Key Largo
10.2016 - 05.2017
- Streamlined kitchen operations with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
- Enhanced teamwork within the kitchen staff by fostering a collaborative environment focused on meeting high standards of quality and efficiency.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Sullivan University
Louisville, KY03.2017
Skills
Fine Dining Experience
Sauce Preparation
Staff Supervision and Coordination
Vendor Relations
Sushi Rolling
Fish Preparation
Timeline
Junior Sous Chef
MAASS
10.2023 - Current
Sous Chef
Ocean Reef Club Key Largo
02.2021 - 10.2023
Cook 1
Ocean Reef Club Key Largo
10.2018 - 02.2021
Cook 2
Ocean Reef Club
05.2017 - 10.2018
Cook 3
Ocean Reef Club Key Largo
10.2016 - 05.2017
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Sullivan University