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Thomas LaBorie

Summary

Ambitious chef with proven track record of creating successful food service operations. Extensive experience in menu design, ordering supplies and creating innovative solutions to food service challenges. Well-versed in hospitality standards and culinary trends.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Private Galley Chef

Game Changer Sportfishing
05.2024 - 04.2025
  • Developed innovative menus reflecting seasonal ingredients and culinary trends.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
  • Produced elevated plates in a moving vessel, often in bad weather.
  • Single Handedly mised and plated over 50 portions a day, holding 5 separate services.

Private Catering/Pop Up Restaurants

Self Employed
10.2021 - 02.2024
  • Created and edited multiple cuisine specific menus to accommodate customer desires and event requirements.
  • Order and prepared food, organized food production and service areas based on location.
  • Planned and executed strategies to increase customer loyalty and retention.
  • Monitored guest feedback, proactively addressing concerns and implementing improvements to enhance customer satisfaction levels.

Executive Chef

Metl Bar And Restaurant
05.2019 - 11.2020
  • Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
  • Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors, negotiating competitive prices on ingredients and supplies.
  • Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.

Lead Line Cook

Garage Kitchen + Bar
03.2017 - 05.2019
  • Produced high volume covers per day and maintained near-perfect customer satisfaction scores.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Prepared ingredients ahead of time to promote efficiency in dish garnishing.
  • Assisted with catering events, showcasing the restaurant''s culinary expertise and dedication to customer satisfaction.

Line Cook

Tokyo Miyoshi Ramen Izakaya
01.2015 - 02.2017
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Strengthened team communication through active listening and constructive feedback during shift meetings or one-on-one sessions.
  • Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on timing of dish completion.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.

Line Cook

Menya Ultra
11.2013 - 01.2015
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on timing of dish completion.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.

Education

Culinary Arts

San Diego Mesa College
San Diego, CA
08.2014

Skills

  • ServSafe Certification
  • Allergy awareness
  • Portion Control
  • Butchery and Knife skills
  • Product Ordering

Timeline

Private Galley Chef

Game Changer Sportfishing
05.2024 - 04.2025

Private Catering/Pop Up Restaurants

Self Employed
10.2021 - 02.2024

Executive Chef

Metl Bar And Restaurant
05.2019 - 11.2020

Lead Line Cook

Garage Kitchen + Bar
03.2017 - 05.2019

Line Cook

Tokyo Miyoshi Ramen Izakaya
01.2015 - 02.2017

Line Cook

Menya Ultra
11.2013 - 01.2015

Culinary Arts

San Diego Mesa College

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