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Vernon Landry

Lafayette,LA

Summary

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

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Chef

Petroleum Club Of Lafayette
01.2023 - Current
  • Increased customer satisfaction by creating innovative and diverse menus tailored to various dietary needs.
  • Managed kitchen staff for efficient food production, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality dishes.
  • Streamlined kitchen operations with effective inventory management and cost controls.
  • Maintained a safe and sanitary work environment, adhering to health department standards and regulations.
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors, negotiating competitive prices on ingredients and supplies.
  • Implemented staff training programs to improve culinary skills, teamwork, and overall productivity.
  • Maximized profitability by effectively managing food costs through portion control and minimizing waste.
  • Fostered a positive working environment among kitchen team members that encouraged collaboration, creativity, and open communication.
  • Instituted open-door policy for employee relations
  • Generated employee schedules and work assignments and determined appropriate compensation rates.
  • Interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.

Kitchen Manager

Lucky's Fire And Smoke
04.2022 - 11.2022
  • Achieved rapid ticket times during peak service hours by effectively managing workflow distribution across various stations.
  • Contributed to a positive workplace culture by actively engaging with staff members, promoting open communication channels, and demonstrating support for ongoing professional development opportunities.
  • Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
  • Inspected stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.


General Manager

Landry's Catering LLC
05.2020 - 04.2022
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.


Sous II

Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino
01.2018 - 03.2020


  • Increased kitchen productivity by optimizing workflow processes and delegating tasks appropriately within the team.
  • Ensured consistent quality control of all dishes leaving the kitchen, resulting in a reputation for excellence among patrons.
  • Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.


General Manager

Landry's Catering LLC
06.1999 - 01.2018
  • Developed and executed strategic plans for business growth and expansion, resulting in increased market share.
  • Implemented effective cost-saving measures to reduce overhead expenses without compromising quality or service.
  • Drove the successful execution of numerous large-scale events/promotions while closely managing costs/budgetary constraints associated with event planning/management activities.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.

Skills

  • Recipes and Menu Planning
  • Sanitation Guidelines
  • Food Stock and Supply Management
  • Kitchen Staff Management
  • BOH Operations
  • Banquets and Catering
  • Hiring, Training, and Development
  • Inventory Management
  • Order Management
  • Menu Development
  • Recipe Management
  • Vendor Relations

Accomplishments

  • Reduced food costs from 68% to 29% by sourcing and securing new product suppliers and vendors. While maintaining the same high-quality standards of excellence.
  • Secured contractual agreements with vendors that set a record low of an average of 35% food cost for 6 months trending in the 70 plus years of operation.
  • Designed whole new menu, including meal selections, beverages and pricing.
  • Supervised team of 20 plus staff members.


Timeline

Executive Chef

Petroleum Club Of Lafayette
01.2023 - Current

Kitchen Manager

Lucky's Fire And Smoke
04.2022 - 11.2022

General Manager

Landry's Catering LLC
05.2020 - 04.2022

Sous II

Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino
01.2018 - 03.2020

General Manager

Landry's Catering LLC
06.1999 - 01.2018

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