Sage Dumas
Brighton,UT
Summary
I have a deep love for Big Cottonwood Canyon and for all its locals who reside here. I have worked for the last decade in the ski resort industry and have a solid understanding of the high volume of people that visit annually. Since 2015 I have been in a large variety of roles, most of which have been in the Food and Beverage realm and I'm looking to not only further my skills but also grow within my company. I have an excellent work ethic and a passion for creating and eating delicious food. I have a passion for creating a solid team, after all when the chef succeeds, the whole team succeeds. I am very organized and have successfully managed teams of employees in a high paced and high stress environment in both a sit down style restaurant and cafeteria. I adapt quickly and effectively to most any issue that can arise in a restaurant.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mein Street Noodle Bar Chef
Solitude Mountain Resort
Brighton, UT
11.2022 - 04.2024
- Maintained a clean and organized kitchen environment.
- Coordinated with suppliers to ensure fresh ingredients were available for daily operations.
- Managed staff of cooks, dishwashers, and other kitchen personnel.
- Ensured compliance with food safety regulations.
- Trained new hires in proper kitchen procedures.
- Created recipes that kept customers coming back for more.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed orders as needed.
- Scheduled shifts for kitchen staff according to restaurant needs.
- Reviewed customer feedback and identified areas for improvement.
- Determined portion sizes for all dishes served in the restaurant.
- Developed strategies to increase efficiency in the kitchen.
- Supervised food production to ensure quality standards were met.
- Conducted regular tastings to evaluate flavor profiles of dishes.
- Provided guidance and direction on plating techniques for staff.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly and provided feedback.
- Worked closely with other chefs and cooks and provided hands-on training and teaching.
- Managed budget, labor, and direct operating expenses for operation.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service and customer satisfaction.
- Developed recipes and menus to meet consumer demand and align with culinary trends.
- Streamlined kitchen processes to shorten wait times and serve additional guests.
- Plated dishes using tasty garnishes and sauces to appeal to and delight patrons.
Dollie's Cashier and Cook
Solitude Mountain Resort
Brighton, UT
06.2024 - 10.2024
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the resort's products and services.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Ordered supplies as needed for the kitchen.
- Supervised and trained kitchen staff on proper preparation techniques.
- Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
- Planned menus based on customer preferences, nutritional value and budget constraints.
Food Truck Chef & Operator
Solitude Mountain Resort
Brighton, UT
05.2023 - 10.2023
- Ensured compliance with all health, safety and hygiene regulations within the kitchen area.
- Trained new chefs on proper cooking techniques and menu items.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Managed all maintenance on food truck, including emptying and filling water tanks regularly, changing propane, understanding how all kitchen equipment functions, and how to fix them, and operating the generator, etc.
St. Bernard's Sous Chef
Solitude Mountain Resort
Brighton, UT
11.2021 - 10.2022
- Ensured food preparation and presentation met high standards of quality and sanitation.
- Coordinated ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of food items.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate supplies on hand.
- Directed kitchen staff in day-to-day operations including food production, sanitation, safety practices, and personnel management.
- Trained new hires in proper cooking techniques and recipes.
- Contributed to the successful execution of catered events from start to finish.
- Supervised cooks and other kitchen personnel during meal services.
- Complied with all health department regulations regarding proper food handling methods
- Developed and maintained scheduling procedures to ensure timely completion of projects.
Stone Haus Manager
Solitude Mountain Resort
Brighton, UT
10.2020 - 05.2021
- Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress and identify areas of improvement.
- Established processes to ensure efficient workflow throughout the organization.
- Assessed team member's skillsets and assigned tasks accordingly for optimal efficiency.
- Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles.
Honeycomb Grill Sous Chef
Solitude Mountain Resort
Brighton, UT
11.2019 - 10.2020
- Ensured food preparation and presentation met high standards of quality and sanitation.
- Assisted in menu development and recipe testing.
- Coordinated ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of food items.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate supplies on hand.
- Directed kitchen staff in day-to-day operations including food production, sanitation, safety practices, and personnel management.
- Trained new hires in proper cooking techniques and recipes.
- Supervised cooks and other kitchen personnel during meal services.
- Complied with all health department regulations regarding proper food handling methods.
Laundry Attendant
Solitude Mountain Resort
Brighton, UT
11.2018 - 04.2019
- Kept work area neat, clean and organized at all times.
- Stocked shelves with freshly laundered items in an orderly fashion.
- Loaded carts with clean linen to transport to designated storage areas.
- Assisted with additional housekeeping tasks during staffing shortages.
- Loaded articles into washers and added specified amounts of detergents or other cleaning agents.
Honeycomb Grill Hostess
Solitude Mountain Resort
Brighton, UT
06.2016 - 10.2017
- Assisted in preparing the restaurant for opening and closing shifts.
- Managed the waiting list, ensuring that all parties were seated in a timely manner.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills when interacting with customers.
- Assisted servers in bussing tables when needed during busy periods.
- Greeted guests and gathered information to seat groups or place on waitlist.
Parking Attendant
Solitude Mountain Resort
Brighton, UT
11.2015 - 04.2017
- Greeted customers and provided information about parking regulations and services.
- Assisted customers with finding available spaces in the lot.
- Monitored entrances, exits and lots to ensure compliance with parking policies.
- Enforced rules regarding illegal or improper parking of vehicles.
Maintenance Crew Member
Solitude Mountain Resort
Brighton, UT
04.2024 - Current
- Assisted with installation of new equipment when necessary.
- Assisted with painting projects both inside and outside the facility.
- Provided support to other crew members during large-scale maintenance tasks.
- Removed debris from roofs and gutters to prevent water damage.
- Collaborated with team members to assess equipment performance needs.
- Notified management about necessary repairs or professional service needs for building operating systems.
Banquet Cook
Solitude Mountain Resort
Brighton, UT
06.2020 - 10.2022
- Prepared food items according to recipes and menus, ensuring proper presentation, portioning and temperature.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, utensils and surfaces after each shift.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in the preparation of food items.
- Maintained a clean work area by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, sweeping floors and disposing of garbage regularly.
- Coordinated with banquet staff to ensure accurate timing for delivery of hot entrees to guests' tables.
- Plated dishes according to restaurant's specifications prior to serving them to guests at banquets or events.
- Adhered to established time frames for preparing dishes before they are served during banquets or events.
Prep Worker and Packaging
Gerome's Sausage
Salt Lake CIty, UT
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Organized and labeled food items for quick identification.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen, including floors, counters, utensils, and equipment.
- Acquired new skills to support team and further accommodate customer needs.
- Packaged and stored food products appropriately for proper handling and preservation.
Barback
Solitude Mountain Resort
Brighton, UT
06.2021 - 10.2021
- Assisted bartenders by stocking beer, wine, liquor, and other bar items.
- Restocked ice and prepared garnishes for drinks.
- Cleaned the bar area including counters, glasses, and utensils throughout shift.
- Responded to customer requests promptly and professionally.
- Maintained a clean work environment by sweeping floors and disposing of trash.
- Checked ID's before serving alcoholic beverages to patrons.
- Served as cashier when necessary, handling payments accurately and efficiently.
Bakery Clerk and Meat Department
The Store Upstairs
Holladay, UT
03.2020 - 11.2020
- Operated ovens and other equipment to bake products according to established recipes.
- Decorated cakes with icing, sprinkles and other edible decorations.
- Provided customer service by answering questions about menu items or taking orders from customers.
- Oversaw baking and cooking training to assist new staff members in professional development.
Lead Cook
Hub & Spoke Diner
Sugar House, UT
04.2020 - 10.2020
- Supervised staff in daily kitchen duties, including prepping ingredients, cooking meals, and cleaning up after service.
- Ensured compliance with health safety regulations while preparing meals and maintaining a sanitary work environment.
- Trained new cooks on proper techniques for preparing dishes according to recipes.
- Monitored quality of all cooked items throughout the day to guarantee high standards were maintained.
Retail Associate
Old Navy
Cottonwood Heights, UT
11.2016 - 05.2017
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Assisted customers in finding products, answered questions, and made product recommendations.
- Maintained store appearance by stocking shelves, organizing merchandise displays, and cleaning counters.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Fine Arts
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UTSkills
- Meal Preparation
- Menu development
- Vendor Relations
- Food safety oversight
- Order delivery practices
- Recipe Development
- Company safety standards
- Equipment Maintenance
- Forecasting and planning
- Knife Skills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Company quality standards
- Banquets and catering
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Guest Services
- Reliability
- Adaptability
- Advanced Ski Level
- Extensive knowledge of Solitude Mountain Resort
- Cash Handling
- Customer Assistance
Affiliations
- I love to create art, whether its a snow angel or a bowl of ramen; art is everywhere
- passionate skier- i grew up skiing in Big Cottonwood and have a deep love and respect for the mountains we all love to enjoy in the ski industry
- dog lover- the light in my life is my black lab Sloane. She is my rock through hard times and my best friend
- I love all things water sports in the summer especially paddle boarding and lake adventures
Accomplishments
- Alterra wide recognition for my work at the Mein Street Noodle Bar its first year open in 2022
- Alterra health inspection score at Noodle bar was 91%. Highest of all outlets and restaurants in 2023
Certification
- Food handler's permit
- sips and tips alcohol training
- advanced ski level
workday Trainings
- Managing Others
- Coaching and Developing others
- Manager Essentials
- Effective Feedback & Difficult Conversations
- Communication as a People Leader
- HR Basics
- Your Role as a People Leader
- Career Development Employee Guide
- Intro to Labor Management
- Labor Management DMR (Daily Manager Report)
- Respect in the WOrkplace
- Effective COmmunication for Tough Topics
- Beating Burnout
- Mental Well-Being Manager Guides
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Dollie's Cashier and Cook
Solitude Mountain Resort
06.2024 - 10.2024
Maintenance Crew Member
Solitude Mountain Resort
04.2024 - Current
Food Truck Chef & Operator
Solitude Mountain Resort
05.2023 - 10.2023
Mein Street Noodle Bar Chef
Solitude Mountain Resort
11.2022 - 04.2024
Prep Worker and Packaging
Gerome's Sausage
05.2022 - 09.2022
St. Bernard's Sous Chef
Solitude Mountain Resort
11.2021 - 10.2022
Barback
Solitude Mountain Resort
06.2021 - 10.2021
Stone Haus Manager
Solitude Mountain Resort
10.2020 - 05.2021
Banquet Cook
Solitude Mountain Resort
06.2020 - 10.2022
Lead Cook
Hub & Spoke Diner
04.2020 - 10.2020
Bakery Clerk and Meat Department
The Store Upstairs
03.2020 - 11.2020
Honeycomb Grill Sous Chef
Solitude Mountain Resort
11.2019 - 10.2020
Laundry Attendant
Solitude Mountain Resort
11.2018 - 04.2019
Retail Associate
Old Navy
11.2016 - 05.2017
Honeycomb Grill Hostess
Solitude Mountain Resort
06.2016 - 10.2017
Parking Attendant
Solitude Mountain Resort
11.2015 - 04.2017
Some College (No Degree) - Fine Arts
University of Utah
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