William Davis
Waldwick,OH
Summary
High-performing individual with over 25 years in culinary arts. Skilled in creating innovative and delicious dishes while managing P&L, staff and inventory. Creativity with menus, seasonal products, and customer needs. Efficient and committed to keeping high standards of food safety and sanitation.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Chef Manager
Laurentia Vinyards And Winery
01.2020 - Current
- Full fiscal responsibility for food costing, inventory control, and menu pricing.
- Enhanced dining experience by creating innovative, seasonal menus and incorporating locally sourced ingredients.
- Executed on daily menu, specials, and private events
- Created menus to support wine pairings, seasonal ingredients, and local product when available.
- Streamlined kitchen operations for increased efficiency and reduced food waste through strategic planning and organization.
- Managed a team of 15 between kitchen, dishwashing, and food running staff; hired and mentored personnel.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service and positive guest experiences.
Senior Chef Instructor
International Culinary Arts And Sciences Institute
11.2012 - 12.2019
- Grew with the company from Sous Chef to Director of Admissions and Chef Instructor.
- Mentored and enhanced culinary skills of students by demonstrating advanced techniques and incorporating diverse ingredients, to set them up for success in culinary career.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, adjusting teaching methods for improved understanding and skill development.
- Mentored junior instructors in effective teaching strategies, resulting in higher student satisfaction and success rates.
- Taught recreational classes for adults looking to grow their culinary skills in a particular area.
- Judged culinary competitions and worked as a liaison with local educational institutions on collaborative programs.
Executive Chef/Restaurant Owner
Appetite Deli & Bakery
10.2006 - 10.2012
- Founded small deli & bakery business, featuring fresh breads, pastries, custom sandwiches, sides, and full catering program.
- Full P&L fiscal responsibility, including financials & costing, marketing/advertising, and supply chain management.
- Designed menus, recipes, pre-lists, and daily specials; planned and created special events, ranging from birthday parties to major corporate catering events; Notable Customers included Progressive Corporation, NetJets, Air Chef, Lubrizol Corporation.
- Increased customer satisfaction by creating innovative and diverse menus tailored to various dietary needs.
- Managed kitchen staff for efficient food production, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality dishes.
- Streamlined kitchen operations with effective inventory management and cost controls.
- Maintained a safe and sanitary work environment, adhering to health department standards and regulations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health And Culinary Sciences
The University of Natural Health
Online05.2017
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts & Sciences
The Culinary Institute of America
Hyde Park05.1998
Skills
- Community Involvement
- Ingredient Sourcing
- Cost Control
- Food Presentation
- Menu Development
- Recipe Creation
- Nutrition Expertise
- Special Diets
- Sanitation Standards
- Kitchen Management
- Brand development
- Attention to detail
- Team leadership
Certification
Serve Safe Certified through 2025
Languages
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Executive Chef Manager
Laurentia Vinyards And Winery
01.2020 - Current
Senior Chef Instructor
International Culinary Arts And Sciences Institute
11.2012 - 12.2019
Executive Chef/Restaurant Owner
Appetite Deli & Bakery
10.2006 - 10.2012
Bachelor of Science - Health And Culinary Sciences
The University of Natural Health
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts & Sciences
The Culinary Institute of America
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