VERNON YOUNG
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
To obtain a Chef position that will utilize and highlight my culinary experience to create a safe and profitable stress-free environment.
Accomplished and energetic [Chef] with a solid history of achievement in [Food Service Industry]. Motivated leader with strong organizational and prioritization abilities. Areas of expertise include [Creating Menus], [Soups, Sauce's] and [Preparing American Gourmet, Mediterranean, Mexican, Italian, European & Asian Cuisines.]. Passionate, spirited and classically trained culinary professional, skilled in building relationships and developing high-performing teams. Leader in delivery of excellent customer service. Equipped to apply restaurant operational experience to grow world-class organizations. Dedicated to food safety, customer service best practices and quality food service. Seasoned Executive Chef with background in diverse culinary styles and management of kitchen operations. Proven expertise in menu development, cost control, and high-quality food preparation. Known for leadership skills, creativity, and commitment to providing exceptional guest experiences. Made significant impact by improving efficiency and streamlining processes in previous roles. Innovative Executive Chef known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in menu development, kitchen team management, and food safety protocols. Excel in time management, creative problem-solving, and leadership, ensuring smooth kitchen operations and exceptional dining experiences.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cooking Class /Chief Instructor
F.O.R. Focus on Renewal
Pittsburgh, PA
10.2024 - Current
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
- Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
- Observed and evaluated student performance and development and provided appropriate feedback on work.
- Led students through safety procedures for active shooter and fire drills.
- Kept classroom neat and orderly to reduce safety impediments.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed during instructional activities.
- Upheld cleaning protocols to maintain safe environment.
- Participated in continuous learning on diversity, inclusion and racial equity to reduce learning barriers.
Warehouse Manager
las Vegas lighting
Las Vegas, NV
07.2021 - 08.2024
- Oversaw inventory of incoming and outgoing materials based on physical counts and bar-code systems.
- Monitored staff performance, identified areas for improvement, and provided training as needed.
- Established and maintained good relations with customers, vendors, and transport companies.
- Consistently met company and department objectives within budget and time constraints.
Executive Chef
Cambria Hotel
Pittsburgh, PA
01.2018 - 04.2021
- Supervised food preparation staff to deliver high-quality results.
- Created tasty dishes using popular recipes, delighting patrons and generating return business.
- Supervised specialty dish preparation to satisfy customer requests and cater to various dietary needs.
- Implemented and maintained excellent service to achieve guest satisfaction.
Kitchen Manager
Ellis Island Casino
Las Vegas, NV
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Evaluated employee performance through observation of work habits, attitude toward customers and adherence to company policies.
- Received, organized and rotated paper goods and food ingredients.
- Developed and implemented strategies to enhance team performance, improve processes and boost results.
- Assisted in developing menus according to seasonal availability of ingredients as well as customer preferences.
Executive Chef
P Dub's BBQ
Las Vegas, USA
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Order and Prepare all food for menu/Monitoring Temperatures
- Demonstrate new cooking techniques or equipment to staff
- Recruit and hire staff, such as cooks and other kitchen workers
Executive Chef
Espresso King Cafe
Las Vegas, USA
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Created new exclusive menu to accommodate diverse cliental
- Personally catered all sit-down and buffet dinner parties
- Catered all world market breakfast & lunch meals in excess of 300 Guest
- Ensure food is stored and cooked at correct temperature by regulating temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters
Executive Chef
Cafe' Fifth avenue
Pittsburgh, USA
01.2006 - 07.2009
- Responsible for entire cafe' inventory
- Managed all kitchen personnel; with authority to hire
- Trained new personnel on-the-line during cafe's heaviest rush hours
- Analyze recipes to assign prices to menu items, based on food, labor, and overhead costs
- Meet with customers to discuss menus for special occasions, such as weddings, parties, or banquets
Executive Chef / Kitchen Manager
Priscilla Dinning in Art /Filipino Cuisine
Pittsburgh, USA
07.2004 - 01.2007
- Instrumental in the construction of the facility
- Ordered/approved all new equipment
- Monitor food preparation methods, portion sizes, and garnishing and presentation of food to ensure that food is prepared and presented in an acceptable manner
- Maintain food and equipment inventories, and keep inventory records
Executive Chef
Victoria Hall
Pittsburgh, USA
02.1995 - 01.2004
- Directly responsible for inventory of all kitchen items
- Executed meals in excess of 500+,using several set-up styles
- Consult with supervisory staff to plan menus, taking into consideration factors such as costs and special event needs
- Coordinate and supervise work of kitchen staff
- Bake breads, rolls, cakes, and pastries
- Plan and price menu items
Executive Chef
Cafe' Victoria
Pittsburgh, USA
- Accountable for daily production of fresh breads and soups
- Completed meals in short-order fashion for lunch and dinner rush
Education
High School Diploma - General
South High School
Pittsburgh, Pa06.1981
Skills
- Creating menus
- Soups
- Sauce's
- Mediterranean Cuisine
- Mexican Cuisine
- Italian Cuisine
- European Cuisine
- Design Menus For Multi Cultural Restaurants
- Design Service Orientation For all Kitchen Service Stations
- Accurate Advanced Knife Skills
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Saute'
- Banquets and catering
- Signature dish creation
- Budgeting and cost control
- Food presentation
- Catering and events
- Inventory control
- Order management
- Culinary techniques
Certification
- Southern Nevada Health District
- National Registry of food Safety Professionals
- Certified Professional Food Manager
Timeline
Cooking Class /Chief Instructor
F.O.R. Focus on Renewal
10.2024 - Current
Warehouse Manager
las Vegas lighting
07.2021 - 08.2024
Executive Chef
Cambria Hotel
01.2018 - 04.2021
Kitchen Manager
Ellis Island Casino
01.2015 - 01.2018
Executive Chef
P Dub's BBQ
01.2014 - 01.2015
Executive Chef
Espresso King Cafe
01.2010 - 01.2015
Executive Chef
Cafe' Fifth avenue
01.2006 - 07.2009
Executive Chef / Kitchen Manager
Priscilla Dinning in Art /Filipino Cuisine
07.2004 - 01.2007
Executive Chef
Victoria Hall
02.1995 - 01.2004
Executive Chef
Cafe' Victoria
High School Diploma - General
South High School
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