Taylor Kemp-Ashcraft
North Richland Hills,TX
Summary
Talented Private Cook accomplished in wide range of cuisines. Brings advanced culinary training, impeccable references and adaptability to handle different preferences and party sizes. Flexes with schedule and menu changes to consistently wow employers and guests.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Chef
Chefs for Seniors
Fort Worth, TX
11.2023 - Current
- Planned menus that incorporated healthy, fresh food sourced from local farmers and stores.
- Prepared and served meals for small dinner parties and large events and complied with diet requests and special accommodations.
- Labeled food to include reheating and safe storage and handling instructions.
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
Catering Manager
Rudy's BBQ And Country Store
Fort Worth, TX
02.2021 - 11.2023
- Successfully managed a diverse range of events including weddings, corporate functions, and special occasions, consistently exceeding client expectations.
- Hired and trained both permanent and temporary staff members.
- Handled catering scheduling, ordered food and planned events.
- Coordinated with event planners for floor and table layouts, guest numbers, and overall catering needs.
- Managed high-quality food preparation and presentation, ensuring consistent client satisfaction.
- Enhanced event satisfaction by planning and executing memorable catering experiences for clients.
Bartender
Fuzzys Bar And Grill
Decatur, TX
11.2020 - 11.2023
- Managed high-traffic periods effectively during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Conducted cash handling operations efficiently, ensuring precise financial reconciliation after each shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
Education
Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
Boulder, CO12.2024
Skills
- Kitchen organization
- Client relationship building
- Knife skills
- Cooking techniques
- Meal preparation
- Food presentation
- Kitchen management
- Grocery shopping
- Recipe development
- Allergy awareness
- Special events
- Strong work ethic
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
- Team leadership
- Creative thinking
- Verbal and written communication
- Food safety
- Catering and events
- Staff management
- Staff training
- Inventory control
- Banquets and catering
Accomplishments
Presidents list
Certification
Food Mangers, TABC, CPR
Timeline
Personal Chef
Chefs for Seniors
11.2023 - Current
Catering Manager
Rudy's BBQ And Country Store
02.2021 - 11.2023
Bartender
Fuzzys Bar And Grill
11.2020 - 11.2023
Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts