Sarah Talbert
Lake Charles,LA
Summary
Punctual professional experienced in following menus and recipes to prepare quality food. Polished in setting up and cleaning equipment for daily food preparation and helping manage supplies. Excellent multitasker recognized for supporting successful kitchen operations.
Well-rounded chef offering several years of comprehensive experience consistently preparing exceptional menu items to garner customer praise. Well-versed in creating new, seasonal menus and maintaining smooth and timely kitchen operations. Committed to delivering first-rate dining experience to guests.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1996
1996
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Chef
Self-employeed
Lake Charles
07.2017 - Current
- Managed food preparation and cooking processes to ensure quality standards.
- Supervised kitchen staff, providing training and guidance on cooking techniques.
- Instructed cooks and other workers in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
Education
Na - Electrical Engineering
Sowela Technical Community College
Lake Charles, LA 07.2016 - 10.2016
Lake Charles Boston High
Lake Charles , laSkills
- Food safety
- Menu planning
- Kitchen management
- Cooking techniques
- Customer service
- Team leadership
- Creative problem solving
- Kitchen crew training
- Waste control
- Food spoilage prevention
- Food safety oversight
- Sanitation guidelines
- Kitchen equipment and tools
- Knife use
- New hire training
- Signature dish creation
- Knife skills
- Catering events
- Grilling techniques
- Fine-dining expertise
- Flavor pairings
- Made-to-order meals
- Cost control
- Recipes and menu planning
- Food quality
- Braising techniques
- Temperature control
- Food storage
- Grilling and deep frying skills
- Hospitality service expertise
Timeline
Chef
Self-employeed
07.2017 - Current
Na - Electrical Engineering
Sowela Technical Community College
07.2016 - 10.2016
Lake Charles Boston High