William Beldowicz
Providence,RI
Summary
My name is Will Beldowicz. I am a sophomore at Johnson & Wales University majoring in culinary arts and food/beverage industry management. I grew up in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, where I worked in 2 separate food service establishments for about 6 years. I have recently started working as a private chef for personal clients back home. I am currently living on the JWU campus in Providence, Rhode Island. I am eager to learn everything possible in the kitchen and out and love to provide good service to everyone.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kitchen Line Cook
River House at Odette's: Odette's, ROOF, Banquets
New Hope & Lambertville, PA
06.2022 - Current
- Hired as a dishwasher/prep chef
- Within weeks, demonstrated culinary skill and dedication and was promoted to line cook (Roof)
- As I further progressed I began to work in the higher-volume kitchen (Odette's)
- Helped create and modify recipes for many weekly specials, holiday menus, and menu items
- Helped Robert Irvine and his culinary team provide a tasting menu for the guests of my restaurant.
Private Chef
Private Client
New Hope, Pennsylvania
- Planned and prepared meals for private clients according to dietary requirements and preferences
- Ordered food supplies, ensuring freshness and quality of ingredients.
- Followed a strict schedule making sure food was ready on time
Cashier/Deli Worker/Line Cook/Catering and Event Cook
Colonial Farms Gourmet Foods and Market
- Hired as a cashier, but could not be kept out of the kitchen
- Promoted to deli worker, then line cook, and ultimately trained as catering and event cook
- Prep, cook, and expedite wedding banquets in off-site catering venues.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Culinary Arts & Food/Beverage Industry Management
Johnson & Wales University
Providence, RI06-2027
High School Diploma -
Council Rock High School North
Newtown, PA06-2023
Skills
- Professional restaurant cooking (ie steak temping/grilling, salads, frying, sauteing)
- Skilled in kitchen teamwork and effective communication with others
- Working in high-pressure/fast-paced environments
- Foodservice in luxury settings
- Private family vacation catering
- Actively enrolled in formal culinary classes
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Certification
- Certified NRFSP Food Safety Manager
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Kitchen Line Cook
River House at Odette's: Odette's, ROOF, Banquets
06.2022 - Current
Private Chef
Private Client
Cashier/Deli Worker/Line Cook/Catering and Event Cook
Colonial Farms Gourmet Foods and Market
Bachelor of Science - Culinary Arts & Food/Beverage Industry Management
Johnson & Wales University
High School Diploma -
Council Rock High School North
- Certified NRFSP Food Safety Manager
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