SCOTT DICK
Indianapolis,In
Summary
Highly dependable Food Service Director with 20 years of experience in the industry who is focused on high standards in the kitchen with a strong background in scratch cooking and management who is budget conscience and focused on treating the residents as an individual not a room number.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Chef
Independence Village Fishers East
06.2021 - Current
- Verified compliance in preparation of menu items and customer special requests.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Produced revolutionary menu offerings to put establishments on local, regional and national map.
- Aligned seasonal plans with ingredient availability and key area events for optimal promotions.
- Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
- District support leader in charge of training new chefs across the state
Owning Partner
Derby Day Racing
01.2018 - Current
- Assisted in the creation of the business
- Advised purchases of thoroughbreds
- Provide quality and entertaining content on the website
- Customer relations manager
- Pedigree analyst
- Provided informed analysis for major events such as the Breeders' Cup, The Kentucky Derby, The Preakness, and the Belmont Stakes
- Assisted in the logo design
- Designed T-shirts, Hats, Polo's, and other attire.
Culinary Director
Grand Brook Memory Care Of Fishers
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Developed menus and meal plans which met personnel needs, utilizing available supplies and within budget restrictions.
- Took inventory of supplies and maintained accurate stock records to minimize losses and support supply ordering.
- Inspected deliveries for accuracy and safety.
- Maintained records and awareness of unique dietary restrictions or allergies of personnel, accommodating needs in meal preparation.
- Established food preparation procedures and guidelines to promote meal consistency and quality.
- Planned menus and ordered various food stock to provide balanced and nutritious meals.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Maintained high standards of food quality by reviewing shipments, overseeing preparation and monitoring food safety.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Helped general management develop prices based on inventory costs and portion sizes.
- Hired and managed all kitchen staff.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
Director of Culinary Services
Heritage Woods Of Noblesville
04.2019 - 07.2020
- Visited with residents to inquire about satisfaction, quality and personal preferences
- Oversaw the development of the entire kitchen including unpacking equipment, dishes, and establishing every thing needed to open a new kitchen
- Developed strong protocol to ensure the highest standards in the kitchen which was rewarded with a perfect state survey
- In charge of the dietary needs of not only the assisted living residents but also the memory care residents
- Consulted with dietitians to plan menus appropriate for patient needs
- Monitored production to check safety, standardized production and appropriate portioning
- Purchased food supplies for department according to budget limitations
- Interviewed, hired and trained dietary personnel to provide optimal service
- Planned unique parties and social gatherings for not only residents but marketing services
Cook
Hellenic Senior Living
03.2018 - 03.2019
- Established and maintained open, collaborative relationships with kitchen team to maximize efficiency
- Set up and performed initial prep work for food items such as soups, sauces and salads
- Modified standard recipes to account for ingredient issues or customer requests, including allergen concerns
- Created nutritious, safe, visually appealing, innovative and properly prepared and flavored food
- Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day
Waiter
Max & Erma's Restaurants Inc.
02.2017 - 01.2019
- Set dining tables according to type of event and service standards
- Received frequent customer compliments for going above and beyond normal duties
- Prepared for large parties and reservations, anticipating planning and staffing needs
- Resolved guest complaints quickly and efficiently
- Bussed, cleared, cleaned and set tables in quiet and efficient manner
- Guided guests through menus while demonstrating thorough knowledge of the food, beverages and ingredients
Cook
Clearwater Crossing
02.2017 - 02.2018
Claims Specialist
Allstate Corp
11.2016 - 02.2017
Cook
Greentree at Fort Harrison
01.2008 - 11.2016
- Daily meal preparation
- Dining room service
- Kitchen maintenance
Food Service Director
Greentree At Fort Harrison
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Responsible for the weekly food order from multiple food suppliers, end of the month inventory, scheduling for the entire dietary staff, hiring, responsible for adhering to the monthly food and supply budget, monthly food financial report, menu planning, stock, overall maintenance of the kitchen, dining room service and managing the entire dietary staff., Promoted to cook from dietary aid
- Promoted to dietary manager from cook
- Implemented Cycle Menu Management program through GFS.com
- Introduced no fault attendance policy to dietary staff
- Addition of local produce and bread vendors
- Implementation of monthly brunches providing more options and better service to residents
- Family dietary consultations to ensure needs of residents and their families, Responsible for the weekly food order from multiple food suppliers
- Scheduling and hiring for the entire dietary staff
- Budget monitoring and control
- Monthly food financial report
- Menu planning
- Purchasing, Stocking & Inventory of all supplies
- Maintenance of the kitchen and dining room service
- Management and supervision of dietary staff
Dietary Aid
Greentree at Fort Harrison
01.2000 - 01.2008
- Provided quality service in the dining room
- Bused tables
- Used dishwasher to wash plates, cups, utensils, serving tools and cooking equipment
- Cleaned up tables and floors in 58 - person residence
Education
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PA2008
Skills
- Hard working
- Great Listener
- Budget Conscience
- Exceptional Customer Service
- Professional Appearance
- Team Player
- Great communicator
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Food plating and presentation
- Food and kitchen safety
Timeline
Executive Chef
Independence Village Fishers East
06.2021 - Current
Culinary Director
Grand Brook Memory Care Of Fishers
08.2020 - 06.2021
Director of Culinary Services
Heritage Woods Of Noblesville
04.2019 - 07.2020
Cook
Hellenic Senior Living
03.2018 - 03.2019
Owning Partner
Derby Day Racing
01.2018 - Current
Waiter
Max & Erma's Restaurants Inc.
02.2017 - 01.2019
Cook
Clearwater Crossing
02.2017 - 02.2018
Claims Specialist
Allstate Corp
11.2016 - 02.2017
Food Service Director
Greentree At Fort Harrison
01.2012 - 01.2014
Cook
Greentree at Fort Harrison
01.2008 - 11.2016
Dietary Aid
Greentree at Fort Harrison
01.2000 - 01.2008
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster Career School