Timber Vero
Orlando,FL
Summary
Dynamic Executive Sous Chef with a proven track record at Montana Ale Works, specializing in kitchen management and menu development. Expert in mentoring staff into management roles, enhancing customer satisfaction through exceptional culinary creations, and optimizing food costs. Skilled in sanitation standards and inventory management, fostering a collaborative and efficient kitchen environment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Sous Chef
Montana Ale Works
12.2020 - 09.2024
- Effectively scheduled a crew of over 25 line cooks balancing labor costs, while keeping high standards of quality.
- Mentored Junior Chefs as well as line cooks into management positions, and encouraged personal growth.
- Butchered and portioned whole fish as well as primal cuts, keeping waste and food cost low.
- Increased customer satisfaction through consistent delivery of exceptional dishes, resulting in positive reviews.
- Assisted Executive Chef in cost analysis and budget management, optimizing profitability without compromising quality.
- Ensured compliance with all health department regulations while maintaining a well-organized workspace for optimal efficiency.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly providing guidance towards improvement as necessary.
- Collaborated with Executive Chef to design seasonal pairing menus that showcased fresh local products, and spirits.
- Oversaw the execution of daily prep tasks ensuring timely completion while maintaining ingredient freshness.
- Scheduled and received fresh seafood, and produce deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
Sauté Line Cook
Copper Bar and Grill
10.2020 - 12.2020
- Covered, dated, rotated and properly stored food items to preserve quality and freshness.
- Prepared sauces and garnishes in sync with the broiler cook.
- Set up and maintained saute station to facilitate kitchen operations.
- Sauteed and seasoned meats, fish and vegetables in accordance to the head chefs direction.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Trained new kitchen staff on food safety, preparation and cooking techniques.
Sous Chef
Whistle Pig Korean
02.2018 - 11.2020
- Led the kitchen staff during peak hours with a calm demeanor ensuring guest satisfaction.
- Collaborated closely with the head chef to develop recipes and special seasonal dishes, increasing guest satisfaction.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Mentored junior kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative work environment that improved overall team performance.
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing special dietary requests, building loyalty among returning clientele.
- Assisted the head chef with all preparation ahead of service.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
Shift Manager
Noodles & Company
08.2014 - 02.2018
- Tracked receipts, employee hours, and inventory movements.
- Adhered to company standards and compliance requirements for operations and cleanliness of areas.
- Managed staff hiring, training and supervision.
- Supervised daily preparation ahead of service, as well as the lunch hour ensuring the restaurant was properly stocked.
- Ordered product according to season, keeping inventory cost low.
- Worked as a liaison between FOH and BOH ensuring great communication, and guest satisfaction.
- Developed extremely strong problem solving skills
- Mediated conflict between staff members effectively, ensuring a healthy work environment
Education
High School Diploma -
Bozeman High School
Bozeman, MT2017
Skills
- Kitchen Management
- Menu development
- Sanitation Standards
- Allergy awareness
- Waste Reduction
- Recipe creation
- Inventory Management
- ServSafe Certification
- Sushi rolling
- Food pairing
- Safe Food Handling
- Portion and cost control
Timeline
Executive Sous Chef
Montana Ale Works
12.2020 - 09.2024
Sauté Line Cook
Copper Bar and Grill
10.2020 - 12.2020
Sous Chef
Whistle Pig Korean
02.2018 - 11.2020
Shift Manager
Noodles & Company
08.2014 - 02.2018
High School Diploma -
Bozeman High School
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