Ysabelle Valsaint
Miami Gardens,FL
Summary
Talented kitchen leader and team motivator successful at maintaining staff focus and productivity in high-volume, fast-paced operations. Experienced with multiple cuisine, sourcing ingredients, controlling budgets and boosting restaurant profiles. Conversational in multiple languages and social skills.
Forward-thinking professional offering more than 15 years of experience working in fast-paced kitchens. Skilled at staying focused and productive in high-stress situations and maintaining calmness in busy times. Excellent and proven in many accomplishments and accommodations
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Belle Treats
Miami, FL
01.2015 - Current
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
- Inventoried food, ingredient and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Verified compliance in preparation of menu items and customer special requests.
- Collaborated with other personnel to produce and modify menus and selections.
- Developed and cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
Chef
Cheesecake Factory Restaurant
Miami , Florida
04.2018 - 07.2021
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Inventoried food, ingredient and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Verified compliance in preparation of menu items and customer special requests.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
Chef
PF Changs Restaurant
Miami Gardens, FL
11.2016 - 09.2018
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Generated employee schedules, work assignments and determined appropriate compensation rates.
- Inventoried food, ingredient and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- The only female wok cook in five years also skilled in several areas in Japanese (such as sushi) and asain cusuine
Education
The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale Inc
Fort Lauderdale, FL06.2007
Skills
- Recipe Development
- Quality Assessments
- Quality Control and Oversight
- Cleaning and Sanitation
- Special Events and Catering
- Standards Compliance
- Scheduling Equipment Repairs
- Equipment Inspection and Maintenance
- Equipment Purchasing
- Current in Culinary Trends
- Staff Supervision and Coordination
- Instruction and Delegation
- Staff Recruiting and Hiring
- Food Preparing, Plating and Presentation
- Coordinating Kitchen Staff
- Supply Estimates
- Ingredient Preparation
- Collaborative Relationships
- Tool Preparation
- Dietary Restrictions
- Chef Support
- Food and Beverage Pairings
- Rotation Procedures
- Cooking and Baking
- Budgeting and Cost Control
- Chef Consultations
- Menu Planning
- Handling Plates
- Vendor Sourcing
- Sushi Preparation
- Contamination Prevention
- Food Preparation Techniques
- Developing Menus
Timeline
Chef
Cheesecake Factory Restaurant
04.2018 - 07.2021
Chef
PF Changs Restaurant
11.2016 - 09.2018
Chef
Belle Treats
01.2015 - Current
The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale Inc
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