Terry Freehling
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Organized individual with kitchen management experience in high end establishments. A dedicated chef with a strong work ethic and the ability to build lasting client relationships. Experienced in kitchen management, staffing, and budget/cost control. Can communicate with people from all backgrounds effectively whether they are customers, vendors, or staff. Will solve problems effectively while maintaining operational time-frames and cost-effectiveness.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef Manager
CURA (Longwood at Oakmont)
Oakmont, PA
03.2020 - Current
- Train and supervise kitchen personnel to develop new skills and improve team performance
- Select and develop menu and standardize production recipes to ensure quality meals
- Estimate food consumption to requisition food and supplies
- Ensure that all clients receive delicious and healthy food during every service
- Addressing customer service needs to provide a great dining experience and improve satisfaction
Sous Chef
The Lot @ Edgewater
Oakmont, PA
03.2018 - Current
- Multiple shift personnel trainer and responsible for team member development
- Monitors inventory levels to ensure adequate supplies on hand
- Roundsman covering all line & prep cook areas
- Assists in menu development and recipe testing
- Collaborates on process improvement throughout the kitchen
- Development of sanitation & safety programs to ensure kitchen staff adhere to set standards, procedures, department rules, and sanitation requirements
- Team member of promotion & event staff
Executive Chef
La Vite @ Narcisi Winery
Gibsonia, PA
07.2014 - 02.2018
- Maintained budgetary guidelines while continuing to provide quality meals for guests
- Communicated clearly and concisely with all staff to encourage improved staff morale and increase kitchen performance
- Developed and implemented menus for the special monthly wine dinners for customers
- Supervised food preparation staff to deliver high-quality results
- Provided guidance and support for Sous Chefs during peak service hours
- Supervised the selection, training, scheduling, and performance of kitchen personnel.
Chef
Bravo Italiana Cucina
Pittsburgh, PA
12.2012 - 07.2014
- Monitored costs associated with food production and labor expenses to maintain budgetary goals
- Assisted with team building and staff development
- Collaborated with restaurant management to align kitchen operations with goals of establishment
- Reviewed operational records to determine amount of food used in order to maintain appropriate inventory levels
- Observed food safety and sanitation protocols to reduce germ spread
Chef
Bistecca Steakhouse/Meadows Casino
Pittsburgh, PA
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Worked closely with purchasing manager to control food costs while maintaining product quality standards
- Successfully improved food quality while decreasing food comps
- Administered controls to reduce food waste Established controls to alleviate supply and food waste
- Selected and developed new recipes and planned menus, driving consistent food quality and production
Executive Chef
Diamond Run Golf Club
Sewickly, PA
01.2003 - 01.2011
- Increased ala carte sales through creative menus and member feedback
- Organized gourmet catering events with a focus on high-quality presentation of dishes served
- Partnered with club committees to ensure member/guest satisfaction
- Hired and trained 15 full-time and seasonal employees
- Planned and orchestrated wine dinners and wine tastings
- Achieved Clubcorp Superstar Award
Education
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts
Culinary Institute of America
Hyde Park, NYSkills
- Team Management
- Food Safety
- Dish Preparation
- Culinary Staff Management
- Effective Communicator
- Deadline-Focused
- Multi-tasking
- Inventory Supervision
- Menu Planning
- Kitchen Management
- Performance Improvement
Timeline
Chef Manager
CURA (Longwood at Oakmont)
03.2020 - Current
Sous Chef
The Lot @ Edgewater
03.2018 - Current
Executive Chef
La Vite @ Narcisi Winery
07.2014 - 02.2018
Chef
Bravo Italiana Cucina
12.2012 - 07.2014
Chef
Bistecca Steakhouse/Meadows Casino
01.2011 - 01.2012
Executive Chef
Diamond Run Golf Club
01.2003 - 01.2011
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts
Culinary Institute of America
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