Thomas Griffith
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Proficient Sous Chef highly effective at operating in fast-paced, demanding environments. Adaptable professional with success handling any challenge. 10-year background in high-end restaurant industry.
High-performing individual with solid background in culinary arts. Skilled in creating innovative and delicious dishes while managing kitchen staff and inventory. Efficient and committed to keeping high standards of food safety and sanitation.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
Aftermath
06.2022 - Current
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
Sous Chef
Modern Oyster Bar + Chophouse
08.2019 - 03.2022
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
- Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
- Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
Education
Associates in Culinary Arts - Culinary
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts - Scottsdale
Scottsdale, AZ08.2012
High School Diploma -
Chaparral High School
Scottsdale, AZ08.2010
Skills
- Customer Service
- Menu Memorization
- Food Safety
- Detail Oriented
- Plating
- Inventory Management
- Menu Planning
- Staff Training
- Team Leadership
Timeline
Sous Chef
Aftermath
06.2022 - Current
Sous Chef
Modern Oyster Bar + Chophouse
08.2019 - 03.2022
Associates in Culinary Arts - Culinary
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts - Scottsdale
High School Diploma -
Chaparral High School
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