Stephön Feld
Mt. Dora,FL
Summary
Skilled and experienced fine dining chef with 5 years of experience in the culinary industry. Proven ability to create and execute high-quality menus, manage kitchen staff, and maintain food safety standards. Passionate about using fresh, seasonal ingredients to create delicious and memorable dining experiences. Also, highly proficient in transferable skills, I learn quickly and have passion in about anything I do, I’m very detail oriented.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Line Cook
1921 Mount Dora
09.2023 - Current
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule with farms to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Cultivated a positive working atmosphere among kitchen staff.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with mise en place for maximum productivity.
- Grill, Hearth, Plancha, Saute, Garde Manger
Chef De Cuisine
Pangaea Gastro Pub
02.2023 - 08.2023
- Optimized kitchens flow by delegating tasks according to individual strengths, resulting in faster ticket times during rush hours.
- Maintained high levels of sanitation and cleanliness, adhering to strict health code regulations.
- R&D tastings with ownership and chefs to evaluate dishes for flavor balance, presentation, and ingredient quality.
- Worked with an array of ingredients / fusion components. Menu development / R & D using locally sourced / sustainable ingredients All AM / PM prep Leadership roles in FOH / BOH
Chef De Partie
AVA Mediterraegean
08.2022 - 02.2023
- Provided support in all areas of the kitchen as needed, demonstrating versatility and adaptability under pressure.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple stations during busy service periods.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Techniques practiced include bouquet garni, coulis, en papillote, deglacer
- Plancha, sauté, Garde manger, crudo, roasting / grill stations.
- Locally sourced and sustainable ingredients / farms.
- Under guidance of Michelin stars/ accredited chefs.
Prep/Line Cook
Hillstone Restaurant
07.2021 - 08.2022
- Worked closely with other line cooks to ensure consistency across all stations.
- Utilized strong multitasking skills to effectively manage multiple orders at once while ensuring high-quality output and timely service.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in food preparation and presentation.
- Managed fish and meat prep throughout the day.
- Consistency throughout all recipes
- Maintained all sanitary and health requirements.
Garde Manger
Cafe Ponte
07.2018 - 07.2019
- Maintained a clean and organized workstation at all times, adhering to strict sanitation protocols for safe food handling practices.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
- Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
- Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pinellas Park High School
Largo, FL06.2017
Skills
- Food safety knowledge
- Food assembly
- Menu Planning
- Food Preparation
- Food presentation
- Safe Food Handling
- Knife Skills
- Proficient in a variety of cooking techniques including: grilling, roasting, sautéing, baking, braising, sous vide, searing
- Butchery, Fish cleaning
- Ability to work under pressure
- Highly motivated
- Line Management
- Server Communication
Certification
ServSafe
Additional Information
Stages:
Farrand Hall Farm - 58522 Farrand Rd, Colon, MI 49040
April 3rd 2024-April 8th 2024
Timeline
Lead Line Cook
1921 Mount Dora
09.2023 - Current
Chef De Cuisine
Pangaea Gastro Pub
02.2023 - 08.2023
Chef De Partie
AVA Mediterraegean
08.2022 - 02.2023
Prep/Line Cook
Hillstone Restaurant
07.2021 - 08.2022
Garde Manger
Cafe Ponte
07.2018 - 07.2019
High School Diploma -
Pinellas Park High School
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