Steven Christensen
Sherburn,MN
Summary
Accomplished Executive Chef with a proven track record at The Lamp Lighter Restaurant and Lounge, enhancing customer satisfaction through innovative menu development and dietary needs accommodation. Skilled in food safety and team leadership, I increased sales by fostering strong client relationships and maintaining high standards in kitchen management.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Chef
The Lamp Lighter Restaurant and Lounge
12.2015 - 05.2018
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Maintained a safe and sanitary work environment, adhering to health department standards and regulations.
- Increased customer satisfaction by creating innovative and diverse menus tailored to various dietary needs.
- Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
Salesman/Sale Food Consultant
Reinhart Foods
04.2013 - 11.2015
- Developed strong client relationships through consistent communication and exceptional customer service.
- Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
- Assisted customers in selecting appropriate products based on their needs, boosting satisfaction rates.
- Increased sales revenue by identifying potential clients and conducting persuasive product presentations.
Fill In Excutive Chef
Lone Pine Bar and Grill
03.2012 - 03.2013
- 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.
Executive Chef
The Drake
02.2011 - 03.2012
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Maintained a safe and sanitary work environment, adhering to health department standards and regulations.
- Increased customer satisfaction by creating innovative and diverse menus tailored to various dietary needs.
- Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
Exucutive Chef/Manager/Modular Kitchen Designer
Buffalo Ridge
01.2010 - 02.2011
- Placed food orders with suppliers on weekly basis, taking into account kitchen budget and expected demands.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Kept kitchen staff in compliance with safety and food regulations to reduce opportunities for illness or accidents.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Implemented strict adherence to food safety regulations, ensuring the consistent delivery of safe and delicious meals.
- Pitched in to work line during busy periods or in place of sick employees.
- Continuously updated knowledge of industry trends and incorporated innovative concepts into menu offerings, keeping clients engaged over time.
- Managed staffing schedules, minimizing labor costs while maintaining optimal kitchen performance during peak hours.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
Education
High School Diploma -
Redwood Falls High School
Redwood Falls05.1981
Skills
- Food Safety
- Menu Planning
- Cost Control
- Menu development
- Strong Work Ethic
- Hospitality service expertise
- ServSafe Certification
- Team Leadership
- Hiring, Training, and Development
- Inventory Control
- Kitchen Management
- Safe Food Handling
- Operations Management
- Customer Service
- Kitchen Operations Oversight
- Kitchen Staff Management
- Food Prep Planning
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Special Events
- Catering and Events
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Staff Training
- Creative Thinking
- Food pairing
- Hygiene Policy Implementation
- Banquets and catering
- Inventory Management
- Staff Scheduling
- Dietary Restrictions
- Food presentation
- Food plating and presentation
- Recipe creation
- Recipes and menu planning
- Fine Dining
- Menu Supervision
- Allergy awareness
Timeline
Executive Chef
The Lamp Lighter Restaurant and Lounge
12.2015 - 05.2018
Salesman/Sale Food Consultant
Reinhart Foods
04.2013 - 11.2015
Fill In Excutive Chef
Lone Pine Bar and Grill
03.2012 - 03.2013
Executive Chef
The Drake
02.2011 - 03.2012
Exucutive Chef/Manager/Modular Kitchen Designer
Buffalo Ridge
01.2010 - 02.2011
High School Diploma -
Redwood Falls High School
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