Forward-thinking professional offering more than 25 years of experience working in fast-paced kitchens. Skilled at staying focused and productive in high-stress situations and maintaining calmness in busy times. Excellent and proven excellent skills.
Hi, I’m
Tenise Caldwell
Culinary Director
Lewisville,TX
Summary
Overview
12
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Morada Cedar Hill A L
Culinary Chef
04.2012 - 05.2022
Job overview
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
- Cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
- Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
- Coordinated employee schedules and developed staff teams to boost productivity.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
- Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
LaSalle Group
Director of Culinary Services
03.2010 - 06.2017
Job overview
- Motivated team of 10 employees to maintain high standards of food preparation and efficiency
- Scheduled kitchen staff of 7 people.
- Maintained kitchen hardware and repaired tools or ordered equipment.
- Lowered restaurant costs by 50% through creative ingredient sourcing and food waste efficiency.
- Hired 15 team members to work on high-demand team of professionals.
Education
Business Management Dallas, TX
High School Diploma
06.2004
University Overview
Skills
- Continuous Supervision
- Food Spoilage Prevention
- Fine Dining Expertise
- Menu Planning
- Kitchen Equipment Operation
- Food Preparation Techniques
- Active Listening
- New Hire Training
- Banquets and Catering
- Food Inventories
- Waste Control
- Food Preparation and Safety
- Baking and Broiling Skills
- Portion Sizes
- Reading Comprehension
- Critical Thinking
- Made-to-Order Meals
- Company Safety Standards
- Portion and Cost Control
- Food Plating and Presentation
- Order Delivery Practices
- Proper Storage Procedures
- Customer Needs Assessments
- Utensils and Equipment
- Cleaning and Sanitizing Methods
- Process Improvement
- Food Allergies
- Proper Food Handling
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Recipe Development
- Food Safety Oversight
- Food Service Operations
- Quality Monitoring
- Effective Communication
- Kitchen Management
- Sanitation Guidelines
- Forecasting and Planning
- Kitchen Crew Training
- Restaurant Operation
- Time Management
- Hospitality Service Expertise
- Knife Use
- Foodstuff Procurement
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Operations Management
- Customer Satisfaction
- Steady Food Flows
- Catering Events
- Performance Improvement
- Portion Standards
- Create Recipes
- Organization and Prioritization
- Rotation Procedures
- Mixing Dishes
- Food Preparing, Plating and Presentation
- Collaborative Relationships
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- Prepared many meals, including appetizers and desserts, for high-volume catering event.
Certification
- [Area of certification] Training - Food Service Manager
Additional Information
Additional Information
Very dependable and I will get the job done no matter the circumstances
Timeline
Culinary Chef
Morada Cedar Hill A L
04.2012 - 05.2022
Director of Culinary Services
LaSalle Group
03.2010 - 06.2017
Business Management
High School Diploma
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