Wayne Loveless
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Dynamic Chef recognized for creating memorable dishes with fresh ingredients. Monitors and evaluates purchasing, staffing, production and inventory to control food and labor costs and waste. Maintains federal, state and local food sanitation and safety standards.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Chef/Assistant/Driver
Private Family Client
Las Vegas, Nevada
09.2018 - Current
- Plan and prepare meals for private clients according to dietary requirements and preferences.
- Order food supplies, ensuring freshness and quality of ingredients.
- Create menus with seasonal produce while maintaining a budget.
- Organize special events and dinner parties for clients, including menu planning
- Assistant for Clients as well as performing Driving duties
- Drove for Schneider National off and on for six years when not traveling with family
Private Chef/Assistant
Private Family Client
Sea Isle City, New Jersey
10.2014 - 09.2018
- Planned and prepared meals for private clients according to dietary requirements and preferences.
- Created menus with seasonal produce while maintaining a budget.
- Designed creative dishes to showcase culinary talents as requested by clients.
- Organized special events and dinner parties for clients, including menu planning and presentation details.
- Accompanied Clients on overseas trips
- Assisted client with his business and house hold
Consulting Chef
Minnesota’s Restaurant
Long Beach, New York
05.2014 - 10.2014
- Developed recipes for new menus in collaboration with restaurant owners and staff.
- Planned, organized and executed private events such as wedding receptions, birthdays and
Executive Chef
Hudson Malone restaurant
New York, New York
08.2012 - 05.2014
- Opened Restaurant
- Developed and implemented menus for multiple restaurants, catering events, and private parties.
- Created daily specials based on seasonal ingredients and customer feedback.
- Directed kitchen staff in food preparation and presentation to ensure high quality standards were met.
Sous Chef
The Signature At Mgm Grand
Las Vegas, Nevada
06.2009 - 09.2012
- Supervised and prepared private parties
- Assisted with creating new menu ideas by researching current trends and customer feedback.
- Supervised a team of junior chefs during busy shifts, delegating tasks accordingly.
- Supervised prep and line cooking for InSuite Dining
- Over saw Employee Dining, creating menus weekly, running costs for budget
Sous Chef
Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino Las Vegas
Las Vegas, Nevada
12.2008 - 06.2009
- Coordinated ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of food items.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate supplies on hand.
- Directed kitchen staff in day-to-day operations including food production, sanitation, safety practices, and personnel management.
- Supervised the Hotels Buffet
Cook
Joel Robuchon at MGM Grand
Las Vegas, Nevada
07.2006 - 12.2008
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Worked as team making exquisite recipes of famed Chef Robuchon
Education
Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts
French Culinary Institute
New York, NY07-2006
Skills
- Restaurant Operation
- Special Events
- Forecasting and planning
- Quality Assurance
- Organizing
Timeline
Private Chef/Assistant/Driver
Private Family Client
09.2018 - Current
Private Chef/Assistant
Private Family Client
10.2014 - 09.2018
Consulting Chef
Minnesota’s Restaurant
05.2014 - 10.2014
Executive Chef
Hudson Malone restaurant
08.2012 - 05.2014
Sous Chef
The Signature At Mgm Grand
06.2009 - 09.2012
Sous Chef
Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino Las Vegas
12.2008 - 06.2009
Cook
Joel Robuchon at MGM Grand
07.2006 - 12.2008
Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts
French Culinary Institute