Donald E Dodge Jr

Lead Chef

Niceville, FL *****

ad3cix@r.postjobfree.com

+1-470-***-****

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

470-***-****.

Thanks,

Donald E Dodge Jr

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