head chef resume example with 9+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
, , 609 Johnson Ave., 49204, Tulsa, OK100 Montgomery St. 10th Floor
Home: (555) 432-1000
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Summary
I'm currently 39 years old I've been working in kitchens since I was 16 I started as a dishwasher And work my way up as a look Sous chef And I'm currently the head chef. I speak English and Spanish work great were others and love to work as a team. I consider myself a great leader and a hard worker I take pride in my work And I am very responsible
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Skills
Dish preparation
Inventory rotation
Heat control
Food science
Budgeting and cost control
Purchasing
Culinary expertise
Resource management
Food and beverage pairing
Knowledge of kitchen tools
Food preparation techniques
Pantry restocking
Menu development
Cleaning and sanitation
Experience
Head Chef, 05/2022 to Current Merlin Entertainment – Kansas City, MO,
Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
Monitored quality, presentation and quantities of plated food across line.
Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
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.
Delegated tasks for kitchen employees and developed staff teams to streamline food preparation procedures.
Planned kitchen staff schedules to maximize coverage and encourage collaboration.
Assisted restaurant owners with pricing by providing ingredient costs and portioning information.
Planned and prepared food product orders to maintain appropriate stock levels.
Developed innovative recipes to suit complicated dietary requirements for customers.
Improved performance of team members resulting in high-quality meals produced daily.
Experimented with various ingredients and cooking techniques to develop new and flavorful dishes for customers.
Regularly interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
Suggested and prepared promotional dishes according to ingredient availability and customer preferences.
Streamlined kitchen processes to shorten wait times and serve additional guests.
Supervised specialty dish preparation to satisfy customer requests and cater to various dietary needs.
Trained and supervised line cooks to develop new skills and improve team performance.
Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
Supervised food preparation staff to deliver high-quality results.
Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
Created tasty dishes using popular recipes, delighting patrons and generating return business.
Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
Used proper cleaning supplies and methods to disinfect counters where raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs had been prepared.
Plated dishes using tasty garnishes and sauces to appeal to and delight patrons.
Head Chef, 06/2015 to 05/2021 Merlin Entertainment – Las Vegas, NV,
Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
Monitored quality, presentation and quantities of plated food across line.
Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
Delegated tasks for kitchen employees and developed staff teams to streamline food preparation procedures.
Planned kitchen staff schedules to maximize coverage and encourage collaboration.
Developed innovative recipes to suit complicated dietary requirements for customers.
Improved performance of team members resulting in high-quality meals produced daily.
Suggested and prepared promotional dishes according to ingredient availability and customer preferences.
Streamlined kitchen processes to shorten wait times and serve additional guests.
Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
Plated dishes using tasty garnishes and sauces to appeal to and delight patrons.
Used proper cleaning supplies and methods to disinfect counters where raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs had been prepared.
Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
Determined schedules and staff requirements necessary to prepare and plate food.
Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
Analyzed recipes to determine menu prices based on cost of food, labor and overhead.
Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
Supervised specialty dish preparation to satisfy customer requests and cater to various dietary needs.
Sous Chef/Head Chef, 11/2012 to 08/2016 BAR 333 – City, STATE,
Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
Monitored quality, presentation and quantities of plated food across line.
Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
Observed food safety and sanitation protocols to reduce germ spread.
Analyzed recipes to determine menu prices based on cost of food, labor and overhead.
Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
Plated dishes using tasty garnishes and sauces to appeal to and delight patrons.
Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
Education and Training
High School Diploma: , Expected in 06/2002 to High School In The Community - New Haven, CT GPA:
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