Shane Whitfield
Cincinnati,OH
Summary
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Catering Lead
Levy Restaurants
08.2023 - Current
- Supervised daily catering operations and ensured compliance with health standards.
- Managed inventory of catering supplies and placed orders as needed.
- Trained new team members on catering procedures and customer service.
- Set up dining areas for events, ensuring proper presentation and cleanliness.
- Monitored food quality during preparation and service to maintain standards.
- Developed and cultivated lasting relationships within community, promoting business opportunities through effective communication and interpersonal talents.
Sous Chef
Levy Restaurants USTA Billie Jean King center
08.2024 - 09.2024
- Supervised kitchen staff during meal preparation and service.
- Ensured compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.
- Assisted in creating daily menus based on seasonal ingredients.
- Trained new team members on cooking techniques and kitchen procedures.
- Managed inventory levels and restocked supplies as needed.
- Assisted head chef in managing daily kitchen operations and staff coordination.
- Collaborated with team to create innovative dishes for special events.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations throughout shifts.
- Executed daily prep tasks efficiently to support smooth service flow during events..
- Directed kitchen staff in day-to-day operations including food production, sanitation, safety practices, and personnel management.
- Collaborated with Executive Chef to create innovative dishes for special events.
- Ensured food preparation and presentation met high standards of quality and sanitation.
- Conducted frequent line checks to keep food at proper temperatures in holding zones.
- Oversaw kitchen employee scheduling to meet coverage needs and avoid wasted labor.
Cook Supervisor
Levy Restaurants Linder family tennis center
08.2024 - 08.2024
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure smooth daily operations.
- Coordinated meal preparation to meet customer demands efficiently.
- Trained new employees on kitchen procedures and safety protocols.
- Managed inventory levels to maintain proper stock of ingredients.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations and safety standards.
- Assisted in menu planning to enhance customer dining experiences.
- Implemented cleaning schedules to maintain a sanitary kitchen environment.
- Trained new cooks on proper preparation techniques, recipes, and presentation of dishes.
Lead Cook
Chartwells Schools Dining Services
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Supervised kitchen staff in daily food preparation and cooking tasks.
- Developed and maintained menu offerings based on seasonal ingredients.
- Ensured compliance with food safety and sanitation standards consistently.
- Trained new cooks on kitchen procedures and equipment usage effectively.
- Coordinated team efforts during peak service hours to optimize efficiency.
- Implemented new recipes and cooking techniques to enhance menu diversity.
- Collaborated with management to improve kitchen workflows and processes.
Lead Cook
Unidine
10.2022 - 08.2023
- Supervised kitchen operations, ensuring efficient meal preparation and compliance with safety standards.
- Developed and implemented weekly menus incorporating seasonal ingredients to enhance dining experiences.
- Managed inventory and ordered food supplies to maintain optimal stock levels for daily operations.
- Trained kitchen staff on food preparation techniques and safety protocols to promote a skilled workforce.
Broiler Cook
Cheesecake Factory Inc
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Prepared broiler dishes following established recipes and safety standards.
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently to ensure optimal cooking processes.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations and cooking areas throughout shifts.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate meal preparation and service.
- Monitored food quality and freshness during cooking and serving times.
- Followed health regulations to ensure food safety compliance at all times.
- Monitored food stock levels and placed orders for necessary items when needed.
- Performed regular maintenance tasks such as oiling grates or changing filters on deep fat fryers.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Sullivan University
Louisville, KYFairfield Senior High School
Fairfield, OHCulinary Arts - Culinary Arts
D Russel Lee
Hamilton, OHSkills
- Menu planning
- Food safety
- Customer service
- Team leadership
- Employee training
- Quality control
- Health regulations
- Budget management
- Time management
- Culinary skills
- Relationship building
- Waste reduction
- Staff management
- Hygiene practices
- Sanitation standards
- Food storage
- Allergy awareness
- Critical thinking and evaluation
Certification
Serve safe manager level
Timeline
Sous Chef
Levy Restaurants USTA Billie Jean King center
08.2024 - 09.2024
Cook Supervisor
Levy Restaurants Linder family tennis center
08.2024 - 08.2024
Catering Lead
Levy Restaurants
08.2023 - Current
Lead Cook
Chartwells Schools Dining Services
08.2023 - 06.2024
Lead Cook
Unidine
10.2022 - 08.2023
Broiler Cook
Cheesecake Factory Inc
10.2021 - 05.2022
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Sullivan University
Fairfield Senior High School
Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts
D Russel Lee