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Victor Marable

Hampton,VA

Summary

Professional chef with 10+ years of experience in restaurant and catering services. Recognized for menu planning, food preparation, interviewing and hiring entertainment, and conducting promotional events. Strengths include serving the public on a personal level, planning wedding receptions, birthday parties, anniversary parties, and multiple holiday events. Exceptional performance working under pressure without compromising quality. Qualifications include: Leadership Hygiene Awareness Quality Assurance Excellent Customer Service Catering Management Mentoring and Coaching Energetic Kitchen Manager enthusiastic about working with high-performance teams. Personable, responsible and hardworking professional. Dedicated to innovative dishes, effective budgeting and top-of-the-line customer service. Skilled Kitchen Manager knowledgeable about best practices, safe food handling and inventory management. Talented kitchen leader offer over Number years of experience in preparing and serving diverse foods. Motivates employees to exceed customer expectations in high-volume settings while maintaining strong quality and cost controls. Service-oriented with good multitasking, safety management and decision-making skills. Experienced Job title bringing demonstrated success in developing and motivating strong restaurant teams to assist Number customers hourly. Keeps all areas clean and sanitized while managing inventory and preventing waste. Positive and upbeat with customers and team members alike. Adaptable and enterprising Job Title with solid industry background and proven expertise in building and leading successful teams. Talented problem-solver ready to back up fellow employees at any time. Experienced Job title successful at reducing costs, increasing productivity and maximizing customer satisfaction. Exceptional leader with strong communication and conflict resolution abilities. Number years of progressive leadership experience. Driven leader with strong problem-solving and customer service skills. Dedicated to providing highest level of service to customers and creating pleasant work environment for staff. Knowledgeable in food safety and sanitation protocols. Ambitious Job Title with proven track record of creating successful food service operations, managing staff and increasing profits. Extensive experience in menu design, ordering supplies and creating innovative solutions to food service challenges. Well-versed in hospitality standards and natural knack for building relationships with customers. Dynamic professional with demonstrated success in developing and executing innovative marketing strategies to boost sales, while maintaining operational efficiency. Skilled in budget management to reduce costs and maximize profits. Passion for food preparation, providing quality products to customers. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Kitchen Manager

Bull Island Brewery
Hampton, VA
02.2023 - 06.2024
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
  • Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
  • Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
  • Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
  • Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
  • Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.
  • Inspected stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
  • Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen team and service areas for optimal guest experiences.
  • Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
  • Consistently met or exceeded local health department inspection requirements through diligent adherence to safety protocols and maintaining thorough documentation records.
  • Improved kitchen efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and optimizing staff scheduling.
  • Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
  • Developed and implemented kitchen policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for kitchen operations and comply with regulations.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction with attentiveness to dietary restrictions and allergen concerns in menu offerings.
  • Achieved rapid ticket times during peak service hours by effectively managing workflow distribution across various stations.
  • Implemented and maintained food safety and sanitation standards to establish safe handling and preparation of food.
  • Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
  • Contributed to a positive workplace culture by actively engaging with staff members, promoting open communication channels, and demonstrating support for ongoing professional development opportunities.
  • Reviewed and analyzed kitchen performance to verify gaps and observe continuous improvement.
  • Increased overall profitability with effective budget management, including cost control strategies for purchasing and labor expenses.
  • Designed and maintained menus to offer variety of high quality and consistency of dishes.
  • Developed and maintained professional relationships with suppliers to acquire high-quality ingredients and products with reasonable prices.
  • Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
  • Calculated prices of ingredients to monitor food costs and control expenses.
  • Fostered a collaborative working environment among diverse teams of chefs, line cooks, prep cooks, dishwashers, and other support staff.
  • Developed strong vendor relationships for consistent delivery of high-quality ingredients at competitive prices.
  • Evaluated employee performance regularly, addressing any skill gaps or growth opportunities through ongoing training initiatives.
  • Facilitated special event catering coordination, ensuring timely preparation of high-quality dishes while adhering to client specifications.
  • Developed creative daily specials using seasonal ingredients, incorporating fresh flavors into the menu rotation while minimizing costs associated with excess inventory stockpiling.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations for direct reports to help identify areas for improvement as well as recognizing successes and contributions.
  • Streamlined kitchen operations through regular equipment maintenance checks, minimizing downtime due to malfunctions or repairs.
  • Collaborated with other departments to coordinate meal service and special events, executing smooth operations.
  • Utilized advanced culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes that delighted guests while maintaining the highest of quality standards.
  • Implemented innovative menu items that reflected current culinary trends, increasing both customer interest and repeat business.
  • Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
  • Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
  • Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
  • Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
  • Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
  • Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
  • Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
  • Implemented effective inventory control systems to reduce food spoilage and waste.
  • Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
  • Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.
  • Purchased food and cultivated strong vendor relationships.
  • Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing beverage products consistently while creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health department standards.
  • Inspected equipment and machinery for proper working condition and directed staff to clean and repair as needed.

Owner of Circle Snack Bar and Grill

Circle Snack Bar and Grill
04.2015 - 11.2019
  • Hired, trained, and managed kitchen personnel
  • Trained teams on specific operations and requirements for each position
  • Managed Food Safety Regulations in accordance with Virginia Department of Health
  • Reviewed business programs to determine value and assess viability in sales.

Partner of Circle Snack Bar and Grill

Circle Snack Bar and Grill
06.2012 - 04.2015
  • Oversaw all kitchen and food operations
  • Maintained a clean and safe cooking workspace
  • Updated staff on menu changes and items
  • Effectively managed all workers to promote a healthy work environment.

Kitchen Manager at Mirrors Restaurant

Mirrors Restaurant
06.2011 - 06.2012
  • Established and enforced standards of personnel performance and service to customers
  • Interviewed, hired, and supervised back of house staff
  • Kept kitchen neat and sanitized by implementing surface and equipment standards
  • Handled customer complaints to provide full resolutions and promote loyalty.

Kitchen Manager at Jordan’s Restaurant

Jordan’s Restaurant
02.2008 - 06.2011
  • Managed multiple stations to maintain optimal coverage and meet customer needs
  • Worked to achieve excellence on a daily basis
  • Prepped stations for menu items such as bar food, steaks, and seafood
  • Sanitized workstation at end of shift to prevent foodborne illnesses.

Education

Associates of Arts in Electrical Engineering -

Tidewater Community College
06.1995

Associates in Culinary Arts -

University of South Carolina
06.1979

Skills

  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Customer Service
  • Food Safety
  • Inventory Management
  • Staff Supervision
  • Food Preparation

Timeline

Kitchen Manager

Bull Island Brewery
02.2023 - 06.2024

Owner of Circle Snack Bar and Grill

Circle Snack Bar and Grill
04.2015 - 11.2019

Partner of Circle Snack Bar and Grill

Circle Snack Bar and Grill
06.2012 - 04.2015

Kitchen Manager at Mirrors Restaurant

Mirrors Restaurant
06.2011 - 06.2012

Kitchen Manager at Jordan’s Restaurant

Jordan’s Restaurant
02.2008 - 06.2011

Associates of Arts in Electrical Engineering -

Tidewater Community College

Associates in Culinary Arts -

University of South Carolina
Victor Marable