• Certified Chef with expertise in menu design,
kitchen operations management, and staff management.
• Certified manager with expertise in menu design,
kitchen operations management, catering and banquet management, and staff management.
• Certified Chef with expertise in menu design,
kitchen operations management, catering and special event menu management, and staff management.
• Certified Chef with expertise in menu design,
kitchen operations management, catering and banquet management, and staff management.
Expertise in
kitchen operations management, menu planning, kitchen leadership, and continuous improvement.
Skill Highlights
Kitchen operations management New business development Staff development Menu planning and design Inventory management and cost control Process improvement and optimization Professional Experience Executive Chef 7/1/2013 — Present Splashlight — New York, NY Direct day - to - day kitchen operations at multimillion - dollar generating restaurant, including scheduling, coordinating, and developing kitchen staff to achieve high food quality standards and labor cost targets.
Not exact matches
Promoted to GM for multimillion - dollar restaurant, and oversaw all aspects of
operations, hiring of
management and
kitchen and wait staff, and successfully supervised staff of 80 personnel that included 5 managers.
Promoted to GM for numerous multimillion - dollar restaurants, and oversaw all aspects of
operations, hiring of
management and
kitchen and wait staff, and successfully supervised staff of up to 165 personnel that included 5 managers and
kitchen personnel.
My experience includes overseeing general
kitchen activities, staff supervision, and supply
management to streamline
kitchen operations and realize optimal dining experiences for restaurant patrons.
Oversaw all Inventory
Management, food safety handling practices,
kitchen and bar
operations, and kept current on all local and state regulatory compliance laws.
A lead cook is hired by a restaurant to ensure that all
kitchen operations such as cooking, food preparation, and supplies inventory and staff
management is handled with precision and care.
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY 28 years» experience in the Restaurant and Hospitality industry with a special focus on the business, from the
kitchen to the front of the house in restaurant and hotel
management Versatile portfolio of experience from business owner for 10 years, multiple General Manager positions in diverse settings such as Catering
operation, Four stars Restaurant, Hotel F&B department and Casino F&B department.
QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE:
KITCHEN MANAGEMENT / CULINARY / STEWARDING charge - Responsible for kitchen and culinary support for this $ 12 million F&B operation - Functional authority over 2 Restaurants and 3 F&B Outlets - Supported Executive Chef in all food prod
KITCHEN MANAGEMENT / CULINARY / STEWARDING charge - Responsible for
kitchen and culinary support for this $ 12 million F&B operation - Functional authority over 2 Restaurants and 3 F&B Outlets - Supported Executive Chef in all food prod
kitchen and culinary support for this $ 12 million F&B
operation - Functional authority over 2 Restaurants and 3 F&B Outlets - Supported Executive Chef in all food production.
Proven skills in restaurant accounting, inventory
management, supply ordering,
kitchen operations and customer service.
Professional Duties & Responsibilities Directed all daily
operations, customer service, personnel, and finances for multiple hotels and resorts Designed and implemented marketing and sales campaigns resulting in increased business Planned and executed successful community events which enhanced brand awareness Responsible for multimillion dollar inventory, facility, and professional food preparation equipment Recruited, trained, and oversaw customer service personnel,
kitchen staff, and cleaning crews Set company budgets, maintained profit / loss statements, and ensured overall financial health Cut operational costs through effective inventory
management and employee scheduling Negotiated contracts and agreements with suppliers securing quality products at low prices Performed site inspection tours as well as potential client tours Built and maintained highly profitable corporate accounts Ensured compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations Created employee development programs building staff skill sets and value Utilized employee recognition tactics to build morale and company loyalty Crafted an atmosphere of respect, professionalism, and dedication to excellence Developed a loyal client base through excellent customer service and a quality guest experience Built and strengthened relationships with clients, staff, and community leaders Performed administrative duties such as data entry, filing, faxing, and phones as needed
Professional Duties & Responsibilities Directed all daily
operations, customer service, personnel, and finances for varied restaurants Designed and implemented marketing and sales campaigns resulting in increased business Planned and executed successful community events which enhanced brand awareness Responsible for multimillion dollar inventory, facility, and professional food preparation equipment Recruited, trained, and oversaw assistant managers, hosts, waiters, and
kitchen staff Set company budgets, maintained profit / loss statements, and ensured overall financial health Cut operational costs through effective inventory
management and employee scheduling Negotiated contracts and agreements with suppliers securing quality products at low prices Ensured compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations Created employee development programs building staff skill sets and value Utilized employee recognition tactics to build morale and company loyalty Crafted an atmosphere of respect, professionalism, and dedication to excellence Developed a loyal client base through excellent customer service and a quality product Ensured staff compliance with corporate food and beverage standards of excellence Built and strengthened relationships with clients, staff, and community leaders Performed administrative duties such as data entry, filing, faxing, and phones as needed