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Jessica Claire
, , 100 Montgomery St. 10th Floor (555) 432-1000, resumesample@example.com
Professional Summary

Motivated Sous Chef focused on sourcing high-quality ingredients from local sources to drive farm-to-table menus. Proactive and adaptable team player passionate about sustainable cuisine. Proficient Sous Chef highly effective at operating in fast-paced, demanding environments. Adaptable professional with success handling any challenge. 16-year background in high-end restaurant industry. Gifted professional with undeniable talents in developing menus that draw in clientele. Passionate individual creating healthy dishes made with locally grown ingredients. Ready for new challenge creating tasty meals for successful establishment.

Skills
  • Menu Planning
  • Special Events and Catering
  • Staff Scheduling
  • Current in Culinary Trends
  • Quality Control and Oversight
  • Sanitation and Cleaning
  • Customer Service
  • Supply Estimates
  • Standards Compliance
  • Vendor Relationships
  • Coordinating Kitchen Staff
  • Instruction and Delegation
  • Relationship Building
  • Staff Recruiting and Hiring
  • Food Preparing, Plating and Presentation
  • Team Leadership
  • Supply Ordering
  • Staff Supervision and Coordination
  • Production Scheduling
  • Team Collaboration
  • Decision Making
  • Resolving Complaints
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Food Production
  • Prioritization and Organization
  • Staff Training
  • Hospitality Services
Work History
05/2015 to Current Sous Chef Beaumont Hospitals | Trenton, MI,
  • Established and updated staff schedules and assignments to optimize coverage of peak times.
  • Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
  • Kept labor at or below 80% to support business profit targets.
  • Mentored kitchen staff at all levels to prepare each for demanding roles.
  • Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
  • Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
  • Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
05/2012 to 04/2014 Cook Bowlero Corp | Columbus, OH,
  • Prepared food items to meet recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
  • Maintained skill level of kitchen staff by properly coaching, counseling and disciplining employees.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Changed and sanitized all cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Checked each food item for freshness and provided feedback to kitchen supervisor for removal.
  • Handled portion control activities according to specified instructions provided by chef.
  • Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment, sanitation and safety.
  • Sanitized kitchen surfaces and equipment by cleaning grills, griddles, ovens and fryers
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry and fish for frying purposes.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
06/2010 to 11/2012 Line Cook Traditions Spirits | Norman, OK,
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Checked each food item for freshness and provided feedback to kitchen supervisor for removal.
  • Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
  • Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Handled portion control activities according to specified instructions provided by chef.
  • Unloaded food supplies from distributor trucks to efficiently organize inventory.
  • Transitioned between breakfast and lunch service.
  • Sanitized kitchen surfaces and equipment by cleaning grills, griddles, ovens and fryers
  • Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry and fish for frying purposes.
06/2005 to 10/2012 Sous Chef Beaumont Hospitals | Canton, MI,
  • Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Mentored kitchen staff at all levels to prepare each for demanding roles.
  • Verified compliance in preparation of menu items and customer special requests.
  • Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
  • Generated employee schedules, work assignments and determined appropriate compensation rates.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
  • Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
  • Inventoried food, ingredient and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
  • Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised all related culinary activity.
  • Hired, trained and managed all kitchen staff, including employee development, issuing disciplinary action and conducting performance reviews.
Education
Expected in 09/1990 High School Diploma | Santisima Trinidad, Lima, Peru, GPA:
Languages
Spanish:
Full Professional
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School Attended

  • Santisima Trinidad

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