Tara Foley
San Diego, Ca *****
*************@*****.***
Summary of Qualifications:
I have obtained a comprehensive understanding of professional standards in a commercial kitchen. My passion is to create quality food in a faced paced kitchen while taking pride in everything I do. I have full knowledge of all mother sauces, sanitation standards and use of commercial kitchen equipment.
Employment History:
Southwestern Yacht Club, San Diego CA
Lead Cook/Pastry Chef, June 2012-Current
Independently open and close the kitchen daily and determine specials for the shift.
Manage all kitchen employees and trained all new team members
Lead cook on the line for breakfast, lunch and dinner service as needed
Responsible for all dessert preparations for the Catering Department and full service restaurant.
Assisted in large scale Catering event plate ups and buffets along with the daily food service
Conduct daily on hand inventories to determine prep needed for the other team members
Main Street Marketing, San Diego CA
Sales Manager, June 2006-June 2012
Produced a high level of sales for business to business sales
Top seller and Trainer of all new sales employees
Created a customized marketing approach based on the varying needs of each business
Provided attentive and personalized service in order to become the companies top producers
Childtime Learning Center, San Diego CA
Kitchen Manager, June 2003- June 2006
Prepared three meals a day independently for over 100 children.
Created nutritional and dietary meal plans for the year
Responsible for all ordering, purchasing, and inventories of the food.
Equipment knowledge includes Grill, Sautee, Flat Top, Steam Kettle, and Convection Ovens
Julian Market and Deli, Julian California
Cook, May 2000- June 2003
Prepared all hot food for the restaurant
Sliced all meats as needed
Conducted daily on hands and prepped accordingly
Ran the line during the daily lunch rush
Education: City College, San Diego CA