PROFILE
Driven, collaborative individual with a strong work ethic, excellent leadership skills and an innovative vision. Over 7 years of culinary experience. Proficient in Spanish, with profound respect for diverse people groups. Loves challenges and works well under pressure. Seeking a position in kitchen management in the Charleston area. Proficient in Micros/POS, as well as all Microsoft Office applications, internet and email.
EDUCATION
Community College of Denver, Denver CO, 2011
Business Management Coursework
Springbrook High School, Silver Spring, MD, 2003
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Biggies Clam Bar, Kingsport, TN, October 2011-August 2012
Lead Kitchen Staff/Raw Bar Manager
Contribute to back of house operations and overall restaurant morale as a team-player in a new high-volume restaurant. Well-versed in all line stations, including fry, salad, char, grill, sauté and expo. Responsible for inventory management, making and completing prep assignments and delegating daily shift tasks to all back of house staff. Supervise all oyster and clam bar operations, including staffing, training and thorough prep, cleaning and maintenance. Responsible for creation of mobile raw bar to increase customer relations and sales.
Swanky’s Vittles and Libations, Denver, CO, 2009-2011
Line Cook
Responsible for all kitchen functions, including ordering and inventory, stock/prep, cleaning and maintenance. Served as primary expediter during high-volume (max capacity) shifts. Maintained knowledge of standard menu and daily specials, cooking to order as requested. Provided an excellent culinary experience to catering service patrons including the Colorado Rockies MLB Team.
Rock ‘n Roll Roadhouse Café, Folly Beach, SC, 2007-2009
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Provided outstanding service and versatility to customers and team members in a casual ocean-front restaurant. Displayed competence in all kitchen processes, such as opening/closing, inventory, menu creation and staff training. Increased sales and decreased turnover by providing delicious products, enhancing team communication, and fostering individual and team growth and development.
Potomac Pizza, Potomac, MD, 2005-2007
Manager
Served as both front and back of house supervisor in a busy dine-in and delivery pizzeria. Responsible for all employee relations, including hiring, scheduling and payroll. Focused on quality and efficiency through individual and team performance improvement. Provide outstanding service to diverse clientele, addressing complaints and concerns with a polite and caring attitude. ‘
OTHER EXPERIENCE
Mountain Empire Older Citizens, BSG, VA, 2012
Volunteer
1-800 GOT JUNK, Rockville, MD, 2005
Moving Staff
American West, Capital Heights, MD, 2005
Independent Contractor
Strosnider’s Hardware, Silver Spring, MD, 2004
Hardware Specialist
New York Deli, College Park, MD, 2003
Sandwich Maker/Prep
Hardware City, White Oak, MD, 2000-2001
Hardware Specialist