SHERWIN DALEY
The Whitmore Family Estate
The Bronx
1
Certification
18
years of professional experience
Creative and dedicated private chef with 16 years of experience crafting bespoke culinary experiences for high-profile clients and families. Adept at menu development, dietary customization, and sourcing seasonal, local ingredients. Proven ability to reduce food waste by over 30%, streamline kitchen operations, and maintain exceptional client satisfaction. Passionate about farm-to-table cuisine and delivering memorable dining experiences in private, residential, and vacation home settings.
Work History
Private Chef
10 Years 7 Months- Design and execute seasonal menus for a family of six, including gluten-free and vegan options, leading to a 95% satisfaction rate in monthly surveys.
- Manage inventory and vendor relationships, reducing monthly food costs by 28% over two years.
- Train and supervise two kitchen assistants, improving prep time efficiency by 40%.
Head Personal Chef
4 Years 7 Months- Catered luxury vacation rentals with three- to six-course meals, serving over 100 guests per month with consistent five-star reviews.
- Implemented a rotating regional tasting menu that increased guest repeat bookings by 22%.
- Created a streamlined booking and dietary intake system, decreasing prep errors by 75%.
Sous Chef
2 Years 10 Months- Promoted from sous chef to in-house private chef after 18 months due to client referrals and culinary excellence.
- Led meal prep and service for private events of up to 50 guests, earning $100K+ in annual event bookings.
- Collaborated with local farmers to source 85% of ingredients locally, supporting sustainable agriculture.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Skills
Menu planning and recipe development
Nutritional and allergen-sensitive cooking
Farm-to-table cuisine
Inventory control
Kitchen staff supervision
Fine dining and event catering
Time management and multitasking
Client relationship management
Certification
- ServSafe Food Protection Manager (Valid through 2026)
- Certified Personal Chef (CPC) – United States Personal Chef Association
Timeline
Private Chef
The Whitmore Family Estate
01.2016 - CurrentRead More
Head Personal Chef
Blue Ridge Retreat Properties
05.2011 - 12.2015Read More
Sous Chef
The Garden Table Restaurant & Catering
06.2008 - 04.2011Read More
New York Culinary Arts
Associate of Arts from Culinary Arts
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