Summer Thomas
Clinton,MI
Summary
Artistic head chef with strong experience in food service and hospitality. Knowledgeable in managing full-service kitchen and overseeing work of several personnel. Works well with teams and consistently exceeds expectations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Chef
Brecon Grille & Pub
Saline, MI
08.2022 - Current
- Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally while maintaining high standards of customer service.
- Trained new kitchen staff in food safety regulations and proper cooking techniques.
- Organized special events such as banquets or catering services when required.
- Ensured compliance with health department regulations regarding hygiene and sanitation practices.
- Resolved conflicts between kitchen staff members in a professional manner.
- Developed menus and recipes for a variety of dishes, including appetizers, entrees, desserts, and specialty items.
Online Personal Shopper
Walmart
Saline, MI
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Maintained positive relationships with grocery store personnel by being consistently professional and friendly.
- Bagged groceries carefully to keep products in perfect condition, separated fragile products and kept frozen and perishable foods cold or fresh.
- Organized consistent hourly deliveries by smoothly selecting and purchasing items.
- Satisfied customers with quick, accurate service under tight deadlines.
Kitchen Manager
The Moose Lodge
Onsted , MI
10.2019 - 09.2020
- Inspected equipment regularly to identify necessary repairs or replacements.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Oversaw daily operations of the kitchen including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes and plate presentation.
Sous Chef
Picasso Restaurant Group
Ann Arbor, MI
06.2017 - 03.2020
- Enforced portion control guidelines to minimize costs associated with overproduction.
- Implemented strategies to reduce waste and increase efficiency throughout the kitchen.
- Trained new hires in proper cooking techniques and recipes.
- Created a positive work environment by encouraging teamwork among staff members.
- Established standard procedures for plating presentations.
Education
Education
Wayne State University
Detroit, MIJackson College
Jackson, MISkills
- Budgeting and cost control
- Inventory Rotation
- Food Safety Regulations
- Food science
- Ingredient Selection
- Performance Assessments
Timeline
Head Chef
Brecon Grille & Pub
08.2022 - Current
Online Personal Shopper
Walmart
09.2021 - 08.2022
Kitchen Manager
The Moose Lodge
10.2019 - 09.2020
Sous Chef
Picasso Restaurant Group
06.2017 - 03.2020
Education
Wayne State University
Jackson College
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