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CHEF
Summary

Talented Chef with 19 years of experience preparing delicious, healthy dishes. Specializing in menus known for attracting and retaining customers. Provides culinary management skills to fast-paced kitchens. Passionate, spirited and classically trained culinary professional, skilled in building relationships and developing high-performing teams. Leader in delivery of excellent customer service. Equipped to apply restaurant operational experience to grow world-class organizations. Dedicated to food safety, customer service best practices and quality food service. Qualified Chef that accurately adheres to safe cooking and food storage guidelines. Successful at working in cold and refrigerated spaces for long periods of time. Dedicated to providing healthy, reliable products to customers. Dedicated Chef specializing in European Cuisine, including French and Italian. Talent for developing complex flavor combinations. Expert in final plate preparation with authentic presentation.

Skills
  • As set
  • Back-up
  • Basic
  • Portion and cost control
  • Food preparation techniques
  • Budgeting and cost control
  • Meal preparation
  • Customer service oriented
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Company safety standards
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Grilling and deep frying skills
  • Dish preparation
Experience
The District SPR | Jacksonville, FLChef10/2020 - Current
  • Considered seasonal product pricing and availability in development of promotional dishes and menu selections.
  • Incorporated customer recommendations and feedback to experiment with new dishes.
  • Inspected freezers and refrigerators prior to each shift to check temperatures levels, verifying proper functionality.
  • Talked to patrons about dietary issues and food allergies to prepare meals meeting individual needs.
  • Continually supervised training and cross training of pastry staff for all phases of preparation.
  • Developed recipes and menus to meet consumer demand and align with culinary trends.
  • Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
  • Planned and prepared food product orders to maintain appropriate stock levels.
  • Instructed cooks and other workers in preparation, cooking, garnishing, and presentation of food
  • Washed utensils, plates and chopping boards between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Hurricane Grill & Wings | Jacksonville, FLLine Cook01/2014 - 10/2020
  • Conducted daily inspections and maintained food sanitation and kitchen equipment safety reports.
  • Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
  • Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
  • Recorded and reported status of various ingredient stock levels to notify manager to reorder products.
  • Restocked all food items throughout shift to guarantee co-cooks had all necessary ingredients needed for service.
  • Precooked garnishes such as bacon pieces for later use to top off fresh dishes.
  • Oversaw food product inventory, making recommendations to The Owner to streamline kitchen operations.
  • Created nutritious, safe, visually appealing, innovative and properly prepared and flavored food.
  • Assisted in preparation of menu items such as steaks, burgers and salads.
Burrito Gallery | Jacksonville, FLKitchen Assistant01/2014 - 01/2015
  • Cook, Prep Cook, Back-up Man | Burrito Gallery.
  • Restocked all items throughout shift as well as maintained the proper amount of prepped food in case of high volume. Assisted fellow cooks had the necessary items for production.
  • Assisted line cooks with basic food preparations, which included burritos, tacos, enchiladas, salad
  • Operated the Flattop Grill and Deep Fryer with ease.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen stations and storage areas.
  • Supported chefs in managing food preparation to achieve precise plating and presentation.
  • Prepared dishes for catering events or during high-volume shifts.
  • Followed recipes and customer requests to prepare high-quality, delicious meals.
  • Utilized kitchen equipment according to manufacturer's instructions and company safety protocols.
Casa Dora Italian Cafe | Jacksonville, FLCooks Assistant, Cook01/2006 - 03/2012
  • Stored food items and maintained the highest levels of sanitation/cleanliness.
  • Replenished raw food, garnishes, and other ingredients to cookline.
  • Assisted in serving lines and prepared simple foods, including salads and soups.
  • Collaborated closely with Chef Hamidi to participate in staff meetings and resolve service, product and personnel issues.
  • Maximized kitchen speed and efficiency by preparing salads, desserts and meats for Casa Dora
  • Established and maintained open, collaborative relationships with kitchen team to maximize efficiency.
  • Decreased food waste by adapting menus to changing seasons and supply availability.
  • Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Modified standard recipes to account for ingredient issues or customer requests, including allergen concerns.
Education and Training
The Broach AcademyHigh School Diploma2004
Interests
  • Additional Skills & Interests
  • Excellent Communication Skills in busy, noisy, enviroments
  • Proven ability to work Under Pressure
  • Capable of reading and understanding basic cooking procedures
  • Ability to works as a equal team member
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • The District SPR
  • Hurricane Grill & Wings
  • Burrito Gallery
  • Casa Dora Italian Cafe

School Attended

  • The Broach Academy

Job Titles Held:

  • Chef
  • Line Cook
  • Kitchen Assistant
  • Cooks Assistant, Cook

Degrees

  • High School Diploma

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