Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
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Scott Motschenbacher

Moorhead,Minnesota

Summary

Dynamic Executive Chef with a proven track record at Oxbow Golf and Country Club, excelling in event coordination and team building. Spearheaded a successful CSA program and revitalized restaurant operations, enhancing member experiences and promoting local sourcing. Adept at menu pricing and fostering a culture of creativity and collaboration.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Executive Chef

Oxbow Golf and Country Club
Oxbow, ND
09.2016 - Current
  • Relocated the entire restaurant operation to a new clubhouse, including hiring staff, launching new menus, and overseeing all food and beverage ordering.
  • Directed events ranging from 20 to 400 attendees, including specialty dinners, wine pairings, and pop-up restaurants, ensuring exceptional member experiences.
  • Established a CSA program to promote healthy eating among members while supporting local produce for the country club.

Owner/Operator

Pounds
Fargo, ND
02.2015 - 06.2018
  • Revitalized restaurant operations by overseeing comprehensive renovations and menu development.
  • Implemented strategic marketing initiatives and restructured restaurant management to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Led recruitment and training efforts to build a cohesive and skilled team, driving improved service quality.

Executive Chef/Owner

Beefsteak Club
Fargo, ND
11.2013 - 02.2015
  • Revitalized a struggling restaurant by conducting community outreach with local non-profits and redesigning the menu to align with market demands.
  • Managed all financial operations, including payroll and back-office obligations, ensuring seamless business functionality.
  • Acquired the restaurant property and successfully transformed it into a new dining establishment.

Executive Chef

Taste of Italy/Avalon Events Center
Fargo, ND
07.2013 - 10.2013
  • Revitalized a struggling restaurant by redesigning menus, recruiting skilled staff, and executing a comprehensive marketing campaign. did community outreach through non profit work, hosting benefits.

Head Chef

Spitfire Bar and Grill
West Fargo, ND
01.2007 - 07.2013
  • Directed staff scheduling and training initiatives to ensure seamless kitchen operations and team efficiency.
  • Managed inventory processes, hiring and termination decisions, and developed comprehensive SOPs and recipe documentation.
  • Designed innovative menu items to enhance culinary offerings and align with restaurant vision.

Education

Associate of Arts -

Le Cordon Bleu
Minneapolis, MN
06-2005

Skills

  • Event coordination
  • Team building
  • Customer service
  • Menu pricing
  • Dietary restrictions
  • Creative thinking
  • Food and beverage pairing
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Local sourcing

Affiliations

  • I enjoy the outdoors by camping, hiking, fishing, canoeing
  • I have a wonderful wife that would burn water if she had to cook for us lol

Accomplishments

  • Co-hosted a popular food segment on a popular radio station for 10+ years (KFGO)
  • Won best chef Fargo 2013
  • Guest on local television many times

Certification

  • Serve Safe Certified

Timeline

Executive Chef

Oxbow Golf and Country Club
09.2016 - Current

Owner/Operator

Pounds
02.2015 - 06.2018

Executive Chef/Owner

Beefsteak Club
11.2013 - 02.2015

Executive Chef

Taste of Italy/Avalon Events Center
07.2013 - 10.2013

Head Chef

Spitfire Bar and Grill
01.2007 - 07.2013

Associate of Arts -

Le Cordon Bleu

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