Samantha Halcomb
Buffalo
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
2004
2004
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Sous Chef
Aroma On Bryant
Buffalo
07.2022 - 02.2025
- Prepared diverse menu items following established recipes and presentation standards.
- Managed inventory levels and ordered supplies to maintain kitchen operations.
- Collaborated with the head chef on daily specials and menu changes.
- Coordinated ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of food items.
- Implemented strategies to reduce waste and increase efficiency throughout the kitchen.
- Created a positive work environment by encouraging teamwork among staff members.
- Built and managed relationships with local vendors to obtain fresh, quality ingredients at cost-effective prices.
Prep Cook
Classic Catering & Events
Buffalo
- Prepared ingredients for large-scale events and catering services.
- Assisted chefs with meal preparation and plating for special events.
- Operated grills, ovens and other kitchen equipment as required for meal preparation.
- Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
Line/Prep Cook
The Quarter
Buffalo
- Prepared ingredients for daily menu items in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Assisted chefs with cooking techniques and food presentation standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations throughout shifts.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Operated grills, ovens and other kitchen equipment as required for meal preparation.
- Completed special orders according to customer dietary needs.
Education
Nardin Academy
Buffalo, NYSkills
- Menu planning
- Inventory management
- Vendor relations
- Mentoring and coaching
- Butchery skills
- Catering background
- Heavy lifting
- Positive and professional
- Sauce preparation
- Seafood preparation
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sous Chef
Aroma On Bryant
07.2022 - 02.2025
Prep Cook
Classic Catering & Events
Line/Prep Cook
The Quarter
Nardin Academy