tewonna sallie
Ladson,SC
Summary
Experienced with culinary arts, focusing on menu development and kitchen management. Utilizes creativity and organizational skills to maintain high standards in food quality. Track record of leading teams effectively and adapting to changing demands in high-pressure environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Chef
Hilton Garden In
06.2024 - Current
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Maintained a safe and sanitary work environment, adhering to health department standards and regulations.
- Increased customer satisfaction by creating innovative and diverse menus tailored to various dietary needs.
- Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
Kitchen Manager
Topgolf Entertainment Group
12.2022 - 05.2024
- Order materials, supplies, and ingredients based on demand
- Supervise kitchen employees and organize food orders
- Oversee the food preparation and cooking process
- Recruit and train kitchen employees in designated stations
- Monitor inventory levels and perform weekly inventory assessments
Kitchen Manager
Parkers Convenience Stores
01.2020 - 10.2022
- I supervised a staff of 9 ppl
- I made schedules, do truck orders, inventory, waste, and labor control
- I train employees on different areas of the kitchen as well
Sr. Assistant Manager
CEC Entertainment, Inc
11.2017 - 08.2019
- I supervised a group of 4-6 on a nightly basis, except on the weekends it could be anywhere from 10-17
- I also dealt with money handling, inventory, truck orders and scheduling
General Manager
Church's Chicken
09.2008 - 07.2018
- Organized and coded all documents related to due diligence for acquisitions
- Provided onsite training
- Reviewed and provided comments on the adequacy of documents and took necessary steps to cure any deficiencies
Education
Criminal Justice -
Trident Technical College
North Charleston, SC12.2011
Skills
- Sales
- Management
- Databases
- Customer care
- Business intelligence
- Organizational skills
- Customer service
- Scheduling
- Microsoft office
Timeline
Executive Chef
Hilton Garden In
06.2024 - Current
Kitchen Manager
Topgolf Entertainment Group
12.2022 - 05.2024
Kitchen Manager
Parkers Convenience Stores
01.2020 - 10.2022
Sr. Assistant Manager
CEC Entertainment, Inc
11.2017 - 08.2019
General Manager
Church's Chicken
09.2008 - 07.2018
Criminal Justice -
Trident Technical College