Tam Van
Arlington,TX
Summary
Seasoned Executive Chef with a robust background in kitchen management and large-scale food preparation, notably at Bravo Eats. Excelled in shift leadership and sanitation practices, enhancing team performance and ensuring high standards of food safety. Demonstrated expertise in menu preparation and food presentation, significantly improving customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner
Sizzle T
Fort Worth, TX
10.2024 - Current
- Researched potential partners in order to expand services offered.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
- Employed and managed vendors by negotiating deliverables, cost and expected quality.
- Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
- Implemented campaigns and promotions to help with developing goods and services.
- Organized events such as trade shows and conferences.
Lead Cook
Ichiro Ramen
Dallas, TX
10.2023 - Current
- Trained and supervised line cooks to develop new skills and improve team performance.
- Used proper cleaning supplies and methods to disinfect counters where raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs had been prepared.
- Inventoried kitchen sections and refilled supplies.
- Cleaned and sanitized work stations and equipment, complying with regulatory procedures.
- Monitored kitchen equipment for functionality and coordinated necessary repairs or replacements.
- Conducted periodic inventories of kitchen equipment, utensils, and supplies to determine restocking needs.
Executive Chef
Bravo Eats
Kennadale, TX
04.2019 - Current
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
- Trained and supervised line cooks to develop new skills and improve team performance.
- Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
- Plated dishes using tasty garnishes and sauces to appeal to and delight patrons.
- Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
- Supervised dramatic changes to kitchens, adhered to health department standards and handled customer requests for healthier food options.
Line Cook
Hyatt Regency DFW
Grapevine, TX
08.2016 - 02.2019
- Plated dishes according to restaurant presentation standards before delivering them to customers.
- Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
- Executed proper techniques when preparing menu item ingredients.
- Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
- Washed and peeled ingredients to prepare for different meals and recipes.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
Line Cook
Taco Casa
Arlington, TX
07.2014 - 08.2015
- Plated dishes according to restaurant presentation standards before delivering them to customers.
- Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
Server
Thanh Thanh Vietnmse Chin Rest
Arlington, TX
04.2012 - 10.2013
- Brought wine selections to tables with appropriate glasses and poured for customers.
- Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items and refill beverages.
- Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
- Explained menu options to guests, offered suggestions and took orders for food and beverages.
- Arranged place settings with clean tablecloths, napkins and tableware to prepare for incoming guests.
Cook
Lisa's Chicken
Duncanville, TX
10.2010 - 10.2011
- Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Tarrant County College
Fort Worth, TX04-2019
High School Diploma -
Bowie High School
Arlington, TX05-2014
Skills
- Large-scale food preparation
- Sanitation practices
- Cooking techniques
- Shift leadership
- Menu preparation
- Food inventory management
- Food presentation
- Work delegation
- Task delegation
- Food processing
- Knife safety
- Kitchen management
Certification
- Texas Food Safety Manager Certificate
Languages
Vietnamese
Limited
Spanish
Limited
English
Professional
Timeline
Owner
Sizzle T
10.2024 - Current
Lead Cook
Ichiro Ramen
10.2023 - Current
Executive Chef
Bravo Eats
04.2019 - Current
Line Cook
Hyatt Regency DFW
08.2016 - 02.2019
Line Cook
Taco Casa
07.2014 - 08.2015
Server
Thanh Thanh Vietnmse Chin Rest
04.2012 - 10.2013
Cook
Lisa's Chicken
10.2010 - 10.2011
- Texas Food Safety Manager Certificate
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Tarrant County College
High School Diploma -
Bowie High School
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