Steven Lowry
El Paso,TX
Summary
Passionate Executive Chef skilled in menu creation, kitchen staff/student management and culinary direction. Creative and artistic professional recognized for upholding highest standards and developing compelling seasonal menus.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Chef
Sodexo Healthcare Las Palmas Medical Center
El Paso, TX
09.2025 - Current
- Oversee inventory and procurement of fresh ingredients for meal preparation.
- Supervise kitchen staff to uphold culinary standards and operational efficiency.
- Direct purchasing processes for entire department to optimize resource allocation.
- Craft menus for retail, catering, doctors dining, and special events.
- Teach new staff culinary standards and proper techniques.
Culinary Arts Instructor
El Paso Community College
El Paso, TX
09.2024 - Current
- Teach various culinary classes using classic and modern techniques.
- Provide hands-on instruction in the proper use of kitchen equipment, tools and appliances.
- Provide feedback on student projects such as recipe development or restaurant concept proposals.
- Lead discussions on topics such as sanitation regulations, menu planning, cost control measures, and basic baking principles.
District Manager
Corporate Chefs - Elior North America
Minneapolis, MN
02.2020 - 07.2023
- Conducted ongoing coaching and training for store managers to enhance productivity and profits.
- Developed strategic plans to increase sales, reduce costs, and improve operational efficiency.
- Managed all personnel matters in the district, including recruitment, hiring, and performance reviews.
- Established and nurtured relationships with key stakeholders to support district objectives.
- Planned budgets based on forecasted sales and monitored expenses throughout the year.
Senior Food Service Director
Morrison Healthcare
09.2009 - 02.2020
- 2009–2012: Executive Chef.
- Directed kitchen staff in food preparation and presentation to ensure high quality standards were met.
- 20012-2015: System Executive Chef.
- Provided guidance and support for executive chefs throughout the hospital system.
- 2015–2017: Food Service Director.
- Supervised the daily operations of the kitchen, cafeteria, and catering services.
- Created budgets for each department based on projected expenses and revenues.
- Provided feedback to chefs regarding ingredient quality or presentation issues.
- Assisted in menu planning and recipe development according to customer preferences.
- 2017–2020 Sr. System Director.
- Communicated with executive management regarding budgeting decisions, or policy changes.
- Established systems for tracking performance metrics such as average wait time or cost per plate.
- Collaborated with marketing team to promote new menu items or specials.
- Ensured compliance with local health codes and other applicable regulations.
- Implemented best practices for food preparation techniques, storage methods, and portion control.
Chef De Cuisine
The Montana Club
Helena, MT
01.2008 - 08.2009
- Scheduled shifts for kitchen staff according to restaurant needs.
- Developed and implemented new menu items to meet customer needs.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed orders as needed.
Sous Chef
Westpaces Hotels
Hilton Head, SC
04.2007 - 05.2008
- Supervised cooks and other kitchen personnel during meal services.
- Coordinated ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of food items.
- Trained new hires in proper cooking techniques and recipes.
Lead Cook
Ritz Carlton - Naples Tiburon
Naples, FL
04.2005 - 04.2006
- Trained new cooks on proper techniques for preparing dishes according to recipes.
- Oversaw food preparation processes to ensure that orders were completed accurately and efficiently.
- Developed menus for special events and catering services according to customer specifications.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Culinary Institute of America
Hyde Park, NY03.2005
Skills
- Recipe development
- Menu planning
- Cost control
- Food sanitation
- Employee training
- Operational efficiency
Certification
- Certified Executive Chef - ACF, 01/01/14
- Certified Dietary Manager - ANFP, 02/01/18
- Servsafe Certified Proctor - Restaurant Associates, 04/01/22
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Executive Chef
Sodexo Healthcare Las Palmas Medical Center
09.2025 - Current
Culinary Arts Instructor
El Paso Community College
09.2024 - Current
District Manager
Corporate Chefs - Elior North America
02.2020 - 07.2023
Senior Food Service Director
Morrison Healthcare
09.2009 - 02.2020
Chef De Cuisine
The Montana Club
01.2008 - 08.2009
Sous Chef
Westpaces Hotels
04.2007 - 05.2008
Lead Cook
Ritz Carlton - Naples Tiburon
04.2005 - 04.2006
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Culinary Institute of America