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Sean A.C. Williams

South Bend,IN

Summary

Proactive Chef with extensive experience overseeing kitchen operations and maintaining high standards of food safety and sanitation. Expertise in optimizing food preparation processes, training kitchen staff, and ensuring compliance with health regulations. Skilled in menu planning, inventory control, and creating customized meals to meet diverse dietary needs.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef

Hi-Fi Kitchen & Cocktails
08.2015 - 09.2024
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
  • Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
  • Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
  • Cultivated a positive work culture among kitchen staff through open communication lines and mutual respect within the team.
  • Successfully met dietary requirements for diverse clientele by providing customized meal options upon request.
  • Upheld stringent food safety regulations, ensuring compliance with all relevant health department guidelines.
  • Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
  • Collaborated effectively with front-of-house team for seamless dining experience and positive customer feedback.

Water Purification Specialist & Pipe Fitting

U.S. Marine Corps
01.1996 - 08.1999

Purify water from closest source

Provide clean water for cooking,cleaning and

showering in the field




Education

Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts

Scottsdale Culinary Institute
Scottsdale, AZ
07-2009

Skills

  • Food safety and sanitation
  • Cooking techniques
  • Food quality
  • Food presentation
  • Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Frying techniques
  • Food plating and presentation
  • Sauce preparation
  • Recipe creation

Timeline

Chef

Hi-Fi Kitchen & Cocktails
08.2015 - 09.2024

Water Purification Specialist & Pipe Fitting

U.S. Marine Corps
01.1996 - 08.1999

Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts

Scottsdale Culinary Institute
Sean A.C. Williams