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Verman Mckenzie

Verman Mckenzie

Decatur,GA

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience as Head Chef at Barrio Atlanta, renowned for creating signature dishes that attract new clientele. Skilled in budgeting and cost control, I excel in food science and team training, ensuring high standards of quality and safety in fast-paced environments. Passionate about culinary excellence and innovation.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Chef

Barrio Atlanta
10.2024 - Current
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Developed and cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
  • Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.

Construction Subcontractor

People Ready Atlanta
10.2023 - 10.2024
  • Worked closely with homeowners to ascertain specifics of project.
  • Managed on-site property inspections and worked to resolve issues.
  • Monitored OSHA compliance standards at job site.
  • Finished surfaces of woodwork or wallboard in houses and buildings with paneling, paint and hand tools.

Chef/Certified Trainer

P.F. Chang's
06.2016 - 10.2023
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
  • Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
  • Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.

Sous Chef

Here To Serve Restaurants
06.2006 - 10.2016
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
  • Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
  • Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
  • Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
  • Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.

Education

Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts

Westside Works
Atlanta
06-2024

High School Diploma -

Boyd H. Anderson High School
Fort Lauderdale, FL
06-1999

Skills

  • Dish preparation
  • Signature dish creation
  • Budgeting and cost control
  • Food science
  • Line Cook
  • Sous Chef
  • Exclusive Cheft

Timeline

Head Chef

Barrio Atlanta
10.2024 - Current

Construction Subcontractor

People Ready Atlanta
10.2023 - 10.2024

Chef/Certified Trainer

P.F. Chang's
06.2016 - 10.2023

Sous Chef

Here To Serve Restaurants
06.2006 - 10.2016

Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts

Westside Works

High School Diploma -

Boyd H. Anderson High School

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