Donald E Dodge Jr
Lead Chef
Niceville, FL *****
ad3cix@r.postjobfree.com
To obtain a challenging Executive Chef/Sous Chef position utilizing 44 + years of varied experience. Excellent
budgeting and cost containment strategies with the ability to implement very strong organizational skills.
Willing to relocate: Anywhere
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Senior Sous Chef
Sodexo - Fort Walton Beach, FL
August 2021 to Present
Helped in organizing and implementing all kitchen standards for the new kitchen, established 2021. Lead Chef
Sunrise Detox Center - Alpharetta, GA
February 2015 to May 2021
Did all the inventorying, ordering, preparing and coordination of all meals for the facility. This to include any dietary, allergic and/or lifestyle choices for many differing clientele. Chef/Manager
ChefAdvantage, Inc - Kennesaw, GA
April 2009 to February 2015
Responsible for but not limited to: Inventorying, menu planning and all aspects special events. Supervision of Kitchen Manager in the: evaluation/training of kitchen staff, ordering/receiving of products from vendors, preparation of all food, the adhering to all nutritional/sanitation guidelines, the overall organization of the kitchen and the completion of all tasks to the satisfaction of the clients. Supervision of Lead Driver in the evaluation/training of drivers, on-site client evaluations and overall maintenance of fleet of vans.
Owner/Installation Technician
3-D Innovative Solutions, LLC - Marietta, GA
February 2005 to March 2009
Coordinated all aspects of the installation of children play sets, basketball goals and trampolines. This included: pickup, delivery, positioning/landscaping, repairing, moving and setup/removal of new and display units. Also dealt with the procurement of any monies owed at the time of installation. Chef
Pine Grove Child Care - Roswell, GA
September 2003 to February 2005
Directly responsible for areas of: menu planning to meet all nutritional and dietary guidelines, ordering/ receiving of all products, preparation of all food and the supervision/training of staff in proper sanitation/ hygiene protocols. Coordinated and executed all special functions to aid in the promotion of a higher standard of child wellness.
Chef/Kitchen Manager
BLUE OLIVE - Atlanta, GA
February 2000 to May 2003
Directed all activities pertaining to the efficient execution of: ordering, receiving, preparation and the quality assurance of all food service production. Coordinated all aspects of moving the entire kitchen to a new venue. Successfully implemented and completed a plan to reduce food costs by fifteen percent. The Blue Olive Marietta, Ga. 30062
Sous Chef
The Georgia Pizza Company - Marietta, GA
October 1998 to December 1999
30062
Chef /Managing Partner
Olde Towne Athletic Club - Marietta, GA
January 1998 to September 1998
30062
Sous Chef
Ray's On The River - Atlanta, GA
June 1994 to January 1998
30312
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Jimmy American Cafe - Des Moines, IA
November 1986 to May 1994
50312
Head Line Cook
Quennels Fine Dining Restaurant, Marriott Hotel - Des Moines, IA December 1983 to September 1986
50312
Head Chef
June 1979 to December 1983
Coordinated the writing of all daily/weekly specials. Implemented a rotating seasonal special menu utilizing the freshness of using local vendors. Extensive training in the planning/execution of banquet and special events. Completed a two week training course on proper food handling and sanitation. Education
Associates in Culinary Arts/Occupational Studies
Des Moines Area Community College - Des Moines, IA June 1984
Skills
• Team Player (10+ years)
• Line cook (10+ years)
• kitchen (10+ years)
• Cooking (10+ years)
• training (10+ years)
• POS (4 years)
• Chef (10+ years)
• Knife skills (10+ years)
• Management (10+ years)
• Menu Planning (10+ years)
• Food Preparation (10+ years)
• Food Handling (10+ years)
• Kitchen Management Experience (10+ years)
• Culinary Experience
• Kitchen experience (10+ years)
• Supervising Experience (10+ years)
• Food Safety (10+ years)
• Restaurant Experience (10+ years)
• Time Management (10+ years)
• Banquet Experience (10+ years)
• Profit & Loss (10+ years)
• Recruiting (10+ years)
• Food Production (10+ years)
• Catering (10+ years)
• Human Resources (10+ years)
• Quality Assurance (10+ years)
• Inventory Control (10+ years)
• Microsoft Office (10+ years)
• Meal Preparation (10+ years)
• Cleaning Experience (10+ years)
• Purchasing (10+ years)
• Executive Chef (10+ years)
• Leadership (10+ years)
• Forecasting (10+ years)
• Strategic Planning (10+ years)
• Pricing (10+ years)
• Events Management (10+ years)
• Restaurant Management (10+ years)
• Kitchen management (10+ years)
• Conflict management (10+ years)
• Sanitation (10+ years)
• Baking (10+ years)
• Mentoring
• Driving
• Typing
• Heavy lifting
• Sales
• Forklift
Certifications and Licenses
Serv Safe Certified
March 2015 to March 2026
food handler certificate
ServSafe
Food Handler
Food Handler Certification
CDL
Assessments
Attention to detail — Proficient
June 2021
Identifying differences in materials, following instructions, and detecting details among distracting information
Full results: Proficient
Work style: Reliability — Proficient
August 2022
Tendency to be reliable, dependable, and act with integrity at work Full results: Proficient
Social media — Completed
January 2024
Knowledge of social media techniques and analytics interpretation Full results: Completed
Sales skills — Proficient
June 2021
Influencing and negotiating with customers
Full results: Proficient
Management & leadership skills: Impact & influence — Completed October 2021
Choosing the most effective strategy to inspire and influence others to meet business objectives Full results: Completed
Supervisory skills: Motivating & assessing employees — Proficient August 2020
Motivating others to achieve objectives and identifying improvements or corrective actions. Full results: Proficient
Food service fit: Crew member — Proficient
June 2021
Measures the traits that are important for successful food service crew members Full results: Proficient
Cooking skills: Basic food preparation — Proficient July 2021
Preparing food, using cooking equipment, and converting ingredient measurements Full results: Proficient
General manager (hospitality) — Proficient
December 2020
Solving group scheduling problems and reading and interpreting P&L statements Full results: Proficient
Delivery driver — Proficient
August 2022
Interpreting instructions or signs and solving problems Full results: Proficient
Management & leadership skills: Planning & execution — Proficient February 2023
Planning and managing resources to accomplish organizational goals Full results: Proficient
Customer service — Proficient
January 2022
Identifying and resolving common customer issues
Full results: Proficient
Customer focus & orientation — Proficient
January 2022
Responding to customer situations with sensitivity Full results: Proficient
Basic maintenance and repair — Proficient
August 2022
Performing basic repairs and maintenance for apartment complexes, office buildings, and other facilities
Full results: Proficient
Supervisory skills: Motivating & assessing employees — Proficient March 2021
Motivating others to achieve objectives and identifying improvements or corrective actions Full results: Proficient
Food service: Customer situations — Proficient
August 2022
Identifying and addressing customer needs in a food service setting Full results: Proficient
Work motivation — Proficient
June 2021
Level of motivation and discipline applied toward work Full results: Proficient
Basic mechanical knowledge — Proficient
May 2021
Understanding and applying mechanical concepts and processes Full results: Proficient
Food safety — Proficient
May 2021
Knowledge of proper food and equipment handling safety measures Full results: Proficient
Indeed Assessments provides skills tests that are not indicative of a license or certification, or continued development in any professional field.
Additional Information
Dear hiring manager,
My name is Donald Dodge. I have a long and varied work history in the food service field. My attention to detail and organizational skills allow me to think quickly to solve problems. I believe you are only as good as the great staff you work with and help train to be the best. I would appreciate the opportunity to speak with you in regards to the posted position. Please contact me at:
ad3cix@r.postjobfree.com
Thanks,
Donald E Dodge Jr