Shane Kane
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
High performing Chef offering 10 years of high volume restaurant experience. Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. Talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams. Organized and dependable with proven success at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Sous Chef
Belles Beach House
Venice, CA
03.2022 - 02.2024
- Balanced labor costs by effectively scheduling kitchen staff according to business needs.
- Assisted Executive Chef in cost analysis and budget management, optimizing profitability without compromising quality.
- Maintained high standards of food presentation by supervising plating techniques during service hours.
- Ensured compliance with all health department regulations while maintaining a well-organized workspace for optimal efficiency.
Sous Chef
O'cado
Sherman Oaks, CA
01.2020 - 03.2022
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Mentored junior kitchen staff, creating a collaborative work environment that improved overall team performance.
- Coordinated with vendors to order supplies and maintain high quality standards.
- Implemented proper cleaning procedures, ensuring a safe and sanitary kitchen workspace compliant with health department regulations.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary
Los Angeles Trade Technical College
Los Angeles, CASkills
- Bilingual English/Spanish
- Team Leadership
- Staff Scheduling
- Forecasting and planning
- Cost Control
- Special Event Catering
- Problem and Complaint Resolution
- Decision-Making
- Delegating Work
- Productivity Optimization
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
Timeline
Executive Sous Chef
Belles Beach House
03.2022 - 02.2024
Sous Chef
O'cado
01.2020 - 03.2022
Associate of Arts - Culinary
Los Angeles Trade Technical College