Volkan Aktas
Nashville,TN
Summary
Experienced culinary professional with 10 years of hands-on experience in high-volume kitchens and upscale dining environments. Currently working as a Sous Chef, specializing in kitchen operations, team leadership, food quality control, inventory management, and menu execution. Proven ability to perform under pressure while maintaining high standards of consistency, cleanliness, and customer satisfaction. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills with a passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
The Joseph a Luxury Collection Hotel
Nashville, TN
02.2026 - Current
- Trained new culinary team members on standard operating pro
- Collaborated with executive chef to design seasonal menus focusing on local ingredients.
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure high-quality food preparation and presentation.
Chef De Partie
The Joseph a Luxury Collection Hotel
Nashville, TN
05.2025 - 02.2026
Cook-1
The Joseph a Luxury Collection Hotel
Nashville, TN
09.2022 - 05.2025
Demi Chef
Gloria Golf Resort Hotel and Spa
Antalya/Turkey
05.2018 - 09.2022
Education
Associate of Science - Culinary
Selcuk University Tasucu MYO
Mersin/Turkey06.2018
High School Diploma -
Arpacbahsis Vocational And Technical Anatolian High School
Mersin/Turkey06.2016
Skills
Team leadership
Kitchen leadership
Food safety
Inventory management
Menu planning
Kitchen organization
Knife skills
Food presentation
Food preparation
Cooking techniques
Customer service
Allergen awareness
Timeline
Sous Chef
The Joseph a Luxury Collection Hotel
02.2026 - Current
Chef De Partie
The Joseph a Luxury Collection Hotel
05.2025 - 02.2026
Cook-1
The Joseph a Luxury Collection Hotel
09.2022 - 05.2025
Demi Chef
Gloria Golf Resort Hotel and Spa
05.2018 - 09.2022
Associate of Science - Culinary
Selcuk University Tasucu MYO
High School Diploma -
Arpacbahsis Vocational And Technical Anatolian High School