Sous Chef

MICHAEL CONLEY

CHEF

540-***-**** – **************@*****.***

Talented and creative culinary professional seeking a full time position. EXP E R I ENCE L I NE COOK SOU S CHE F : Norfolk Yacht and Country Club, 2005- Present Other positions held include prep cook, commis chef, action stations (omelette, pasta, stir fry, and salads). Worked in fast paced kitchens and on outdoor grills. Food prep and production of buffets and plated dinners, for small and large- scale events. Experienced in creative seasonal menu production, for restaurant as well as private function catering, plate building and tapas style service. HEAD CHE F CA T E R E R : Party Flavors, Partyflavorscc.com, 2010- Present Planned, purchased, and delivered a top notch product for functions of all sizes. Everything from large weddings to small drop off catering orders, with emphasis on exceeding expectations and knowledge and strict usage of only the best and freshest ingredients. Professional delivery and arrangement of product with beautiful displays to take a private event to the next level. EDUCA T ION AS SOC I A T E S I N HOT E L AND R E S TAURAN T MANAGEMEN T : CU L I NARY AR T S : Tidewater Community College

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Leadership experience including teaching techniques and skills in the culinary field

Well versed in assigning responsibilities to culinary staff A team player with athletic backround, able to lift heavy objects Strong sense of food safety and cleanliness with full knowledge of hazard control point

Experience with party/function and seasonal menu planning, purchasing, and delivering

Great customer service

Comprehensive knowledge of setting deadlines ensuring timely completion Excellent knowledge of pairing of fresh and health conscious ingredients Creative plate design and garniture

Knowledge of tasting menus such as multi-course plated dinners Well seasoned in usage of inventory to prevent waste Creating specials, layering complex flavors for soups and contemporary sandwiches and entrees

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