Warner Brador
Executive chef
Allentown,Pa
Summary
Seasoned Executive Chef with proven track record of enhancing dining experiences through innovative menu creation and strict adherence to food safety and sanitation standards in culinary operations, menu, and kitchen staff development.
Professional culinary expert with strong focus on team collaboration and delivering exceptional results. Demonstrates expertise in menu development, kitchen management, and high-quality food preparation. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring consistent excellence in fast-paced, changing environments. Known for leadership, creativity, and maintaining high standards in all culinary operations.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
Work History
Executive Chef
HCSG
12.2023 - Current
- Train kitchen staff and oversee food preparation, maintaining compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Collaborate with management to enhance service delivery, leading to a 20% increase in customer satisfaction.
- Responsible for the overall operation of the Culinary Services Department and for meeting or exceeding the hospitality and service standards.
- Managed culinary operations, including menu development, food procurement, and staff training, to ensure high-quality dining experiences and compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Developed specialized menus and supervised the preparation of high-quality cuisine, maintaining strict adherence to health and safety standards.
- Alignment with management teams to streamline service delivery, resulting in improved customer satisfaction ratings.
Executive Chef
Unidine Lifestyles
11.2018 - 08.2023
- Managed culinary operations, including menu development, food procurement, and staff training, to ensure high-quality dining experiences and compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Developed specialized menus and supervised the preparation of high-quality cuisine, maintaining strict adherence to health and safety standards.
- Collaborated with management teams to streamline service delivery, resulting in improved customer satisfaction ratings.
Traveling Chef
Acrobat Staffing Services
03.2018 - 12.2019
- Adapted menus to align with local tastes and dietary requirements, ensuring customer satisfaction and compliance with dietary needs.
- Maintained the highest standards of food quality and kitchen safety in all locations, contributing to a consistent and safe dining experience.
- Provided diverse culinary services across various locations, demonstrating flexibility and expertise in managing different culinary environments.
Executive Chef
Kenilworth Hotel
02.2018 - 01.2019
- Managed kitchen operations, focusing on menu development, staff oversight, inventory control, budgeting, and adherence to food quality and sanitation standards, which enhanced overall kitchen efficiency and compliance with health regulations.
Executive Chef
The Cambridge Club
01.2019 - 11.2018
- Managed comprehensive culinary operations, including menu development, inventory control, and budgeting, ensuring adherence to the highest standards of food quality and hygiene.
- Led kitchen staff management, fostering a collaborative work environment to enhance team efficiency and performance.
Executive Chef
Sodexo Inc
04.2014 - 01.2018
- Developed and executed diverse culinary offerings, ensuring high-quality standards for large-scale food service operations.
- Managed kitchen teams, fostering a collaborative environment and overseeing staff training to enhance performance and efficiency.
- Implemented inventory control measures and established vendor relationships, resulting in streamlined procurement processes and cost reductions.
Executive Sous-Chef
Smith & Wollensky's/La Cite Grille
01.2005 - 03.2017
- Managed daily kitchen operations and supervised the culinary team, ensuring efficient preparation of high-end steakhouse and grille cuisine.
- Maintained inventory control and ensured compliance with health and safety standards, contributing to a safe and efficient kitchen environment.
- Developed specialized menus and introduced innovative dishes, enhancing the dining experience and customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with management to streamline service delivery, resulting in improved customer satisfaction ratings.
Executive Sous Chef
Compass Group Masonic Home
04.2007 - 04.2014
- Developed specialized menus and oversaw the preparation of high-quality cuisine, ensuring adherence to health and safety regulations.
- Managed kitchen operations, including inventory control, equipment maintenance, and staff training, to enhance overall efficiency.
- Collaborated with management teams to streamline service delivery, contributing to improved customer satisfaction ratings.
Education
AS - Restaurant Management
Chubb Institute
Parsippany, NJ01.2000
AS - Culinary Arts
Arts Institute of NY/NY Restaurant School
01.1997
AS - Culinary Arts
Hudson Community College
Jersey City, NJ01.1996
Associate of Applied Science - Electrical Engineering
OCVTS
Toms River, NJ06-2023
Skills
- Menu development
- Food procurement
- Staff training
- Kitchen operations
- Health and safety compliance
- Culinary management
- Inventory control
- Budgeting and cost control
- Quality assurance
- Customer satisfaction enhancement
- Team leadership
- Large-scale food service
- Dietary requirement adaptation
- Diverse culinary offerings
- Strong work ethic
- Hospitality service expertise
- ServSafe certification
- Hiring, training, and development
- Operations management
Accomplishments
- Re-designed kitchen stations and equipment placement which increased productivity and enhanced workflow processes.
- Created signature dish which generated high-interest and became best-selling dinner entrée for three years.
- Reduced food costs by 9% by sourcing and securing new approved supplier.
- Ensured safe and efficient kitchen operations while managing a BOH staff of 30.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Designed whole new menu, including meal selections, beverages and pricing.
Affiliations
- Freemason Toms River, NJ
- Knights of Columbus Budd Lake, NJ
- American Society of Safety Professionals
- American Heart Association
Certification
- Certified Heartsaver, American Heart Association - 2026
- ServSafe, ANSI - 2028
- OSHA 30 Training - 2028
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Executive Chef
HCSG
12.2023 - Current
Executive Chef
The Cambridge Club
01.2019 - 11.2018
Executive Chef
Unidine Lifestyles
11.2018 - 08.2023
Traveling Chef
Acrobat Staffing Services
03.2018 - 12.2019
Executive Chef
Kenilworth Hotel
02.2018 - 01.2019
Executive Chef
Sodexo Inc
04.2014 - 01.2018
Executive Sous Chef
Compass Group Masonic Home
04.2007 - 04.2014
Executive Sous-Chef
Smith & Wollensky's/La Cite Grille
01.2005 - 03.2017
AS - Culinary Arts
Arts Institute of NY/NY Restaurant School
AS - Culinary Arts
Hudson Community College
AS - Restaurant Management
Chubb Institute
Associate of Applied Science - Electrical Engineering
OCVTS