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
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
High Performance Executive Chef
Aramark- University Of Kentucky
07.2022 - Current
Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
Requisitioned food, selected and developed recipes and standardized production recipes for consistent quality.
Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
Catering Chef Manager
Aramark- University Of Kentucky
06.2021 - 07.2022
Placed food orders with suppliers on weekly basis, taking into account kitchen budget and expected demands.
Kept kitchen staff in compliance with safety and food regulations to reduce opportunities for illness or accidents.
Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
Pitched in to work line during busy periods or in place of sick employees.
Sous Chef (Athletics)
Aramark- University Of Kentucky
10.2019 - 06.2021
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.
Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
Campus Chef Manager
Gourmet Service Inc- Kentucky State University
06.2018 - 05.2019
Placed food orders with suppliers on weekly basis, taking into account kitchen budget and expected demands.
Kept kitchen staff in compliance with safety and food regulations to reduce opportunities for illness or accidents.
Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
Instituted positive kitchen atmosphere for staffers through effective communication, consistent training and skill development.
Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
Chef Manager
Gourmet Services Inc- Philander Smith College
02.2017 - 02.2018
Placed food orders with suppliers on weekly basis, taking into account kitchen budget and expected demands.
Kept kitchen staff in compliance with safety and food regulations to reduce opportunities for illness or accidents.
Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
Pitched in to work line during busy periods or in place of sick employees.
High Performance Chef
Norfolk Tides
02.2015 - 09.2017
Created Pregame and Postgame Menus for all home games.
Obtained fresh, local ingredients to lower grocery costs.
Collaborated with vendors and suppliers to obtain quality recipe ingredients while adhering to company budgets.
Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
Executive Sous Chef
Gourmet Service Inc, Hampton University
09.2012 - 02.2017
Monitored stock of food items, supplies and equipment, placingorders to restore optimal levels
Improved kitchen operations by offering skilled leadership andguidance to staff
Met operational, financial, and service goals consistently based onskilled staffing assessments and adjustments
Kept kitchen equipment properly maintained and monitored usageto prevent breakdowns
Maintained team productivity with effective training and continuousmonitoring
Inspected foods throughout each shift, verifying quality andattractiveness of each plate
Kept customers interested with high-quality food and seasonalofferings
Enhanced customer satisfaction with fast, knowledgeable
Exceptional service.
Chef/ Kitchen manager
PR restaurant Group
01.2010 - 09.2012
Ordering inventory and operation Manage schedules and labor
Hiring, Training , and development or operation Ensure customersatisfaction through out visit
Complied with health and fire codes with strong oversight of foodstorage, preparation and cleaning procedures
Maintained high customer satisfaction with good conflict resolutionskills and adequate employee coverage for expected demands
Oversaw special events and programs such as on-site catering andbusiness conferences
Met strict quality standards, continuously monitoring food handlingand safety
Developed solid relationships with staff, customers, and vendors
Troubleshot problems and developed successful solutions
Organized and coordinated work for team members
Helped team handle high-volume work by prioritizing tasks andorganizing supplies.
Camp Staff Lifeguard and Rifle Instructor at Kentucky 4-H, University of KentuckyCamp Staff Lifeguard and Rifle Instructor at Kentucky 4-H, University of Kentucky
<ul><li>Promoted three times for outstanding performance and reliability.</li><li>Managed day-to-day clothing production, vendor coordination, and quality control.</li><li>Delivered high-level support to executive staff, including travel and calendar planning.</li><li>Supported sales efforts and fulfillment, enhancing customer satisfaction and retention.</li><li>Assisted with fashion photoshoots, coordinating logistics and setup.</li><li>Participated in international and out-of-state shoots (Japan, Switzerland), handling travel prep and essential tools in high-pressure environments.</li></ul> at Lucent LLC<ul><li>Promoted three times for outstanding performance and reliability.</li><li>Managed day-to-day clothing production, vendor coordination, and quality control.</li><li>Delivered high-level support to executive staff, including travel and calendar planning.</li><li>Supported sales efforts and fulfillment, enhancing customer satisfaction and retention.</li><li>Assisted with fashion photoshoots, coordinating logistics and setup.</li><li>Participated in international and out-of-state shoots (Japan, Switzerland), handling travel prep and essential tools in high-pressure environments.</li></ul> at Lucent LLC
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<li>Facilitated <strong>Agile ceremonies</strong> (Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Sprint Reviews, Retrospectives) to ensure seamless collaboration, and drive continuous improvement.</li>
<li>Fostered a collaborative and <strong>self-organizing team</strong> environment by facilitating problem-solving and decision-making discussions.</li>
<li>Proactively identified and <strong>resolved impediments</strong> to maintain sprint flow, and <strong>maximize team efficiency</strong>.</li>
<li>Managed <strong>product backlog refinement</strong>, working closely with Product Owners and stakeholders to ensure prioritized and well-defined user stories.</li>
<li>Monitored and reported <strong>Agile metrics</strong> such as velocity, burndown charts, and cycle time to assess team performance and drive process enhancements.</li>
<li>Owned release management, coordinating between developers, testers, and business stakeholders to ensure timely, high-quality deliveries.</li>
<li>Worked closely with cross-functional teams to resolve dependencies and ensure timely releases, resulting in a <strong>50% increase in positive stakeholder feedback, and a 20% reduction in customer complaints.</strong></li>
<li>Mentored beginners on Agile best practices, contributing to a high-performing team culture.</li>
<li>Performed functional, UI, regression, smoke, performance, load, security, compatibility, and usability testing, and <strong>delivered quality software</strong> to customers.</li>
<li>Handled customer-reported issues related to live applications, ensuring prompt resolution, and <strong>minimizing downtime</strong>.</li>
<li>Requirement gathering, documentation, communication, team building, quality control.</li>
</ul> at Mahindra Last Mile Mobility Ltd.<ul>
<li>Facilitated <strong>Agile ceremonies</strong> (Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Sprint Reviews, Retrospectives) to ensure seamless collaboration, and drive continuous improvement.</li>
<li>Fostered a collaborative and <strong>self-organizing team</strong> environment by facilitating problem-solving and decision-making discussions.</li>
<li>Proactively identified and <strong>resolved impediments</strong> to maintain sprint flow, and <strong>maximize team efficiency</strong>.</li>
<li>Managed <strong>product backlog refinement</strong>, working closely with Product Owners and stakeholders to ensure prioritized and well-defined user stories.</li>
<li>Monitored and reported <strong>Agile metrics</strong> such as velocity, burndown charts, and cycle time to assess team performance and drive process enhancements.</li>
<li>Owned release management, coordinating between developers, testers, and business stakeholders to ensure timely, high-quality deliveries.</li>
<li>Worked closely with cross-functional teams to resolve dependencies and ensure timely releases, resulting in a <strong>50% increase in positive stakeholder feedback, and a 20% reduction in customer complaints.</strong></li>
<li>Mentored beginners on Agile best practices, contributing to a high-performing team culture.</li>
<li>Performed functional, UI, regression, smoke, performance, load, security, compatibility, and usability testing, and <strong>delivered quality software</strong> to customers.</li>
<li>Handled customer-reported issues related to live applications, ensuring prompt resolution, and <strong>minimizing downtime</strong>.</li>
<li>Requirement gathering, documentation, communication, team building, quality control.</li>
</ul> at Mahindra Last Mile Mobility Ltd.