MORGAN
WISHENGRAD
PROFESSIONAL CHEF
PROFILE
Dedicated leader with a track record of exceeding
performance, goals and optimizing operations through precision and analytical, thinking, consistently fostering, a culture of excellence, and delivering exceptional results across diverse industries.
WORK EXPERIENCE
(09/2023 - ...) SOUS CHEF
PARK CITY MOUNTAIN-CLOUD DINE- VAIL
RESORTS / PARK CITY, UT
Manage culinary team: hiring, training, performance, and succession planning.
Ensure facility and food standards comply with laws; oversee menu development and station playbooks.
Supervise warehouse operations, resolve guest issues, and handle administrative duties.
(06/2019 - ...) PRIVATE CHEF & EVENTS
SOREIL
Masterful in exquisite dishes, customized for private clients and upscale events.
Proficient in planning elegant, memorable events,
focusing on meticulous details for gatherings of all scales. Dedicated to exceeding client expectations, offering personalized culinary experiences through creativity and attention to detail; skilled in seamless collaboration with event teams for exceptional guest satisfaction.
(11/2022 - ...) CHIEF MARKETING OFFICER
MVMT MEDIA / NATIONWIDE
Expertise in developing and executing innovative
CONTACTS
• Park City, UT
• ad3rkf@r.postjobfree.com
LINKS
• soiréal
SKILLS
Culinary creativity
Menu planning
Flavor pairing
Precision in knife skills
Knowledge of local
ingredients Vegas, San
Francisco & Park City
Adaptability to Diverse
Cuisines
Team Leadership
Time Management
Multitasking
marketing strategies that captivate audiences and drive business growth.
Crafted compelling brand narratives and executed
successful storytelling campaigns.
Maintained a strong focus on ROI, effectively managing budgets and optimizing marketing spend.
Initiated and nurtured strategic partnerships with industry influencers and organizations.
Monitored and reported on key performance metrics, making data-backed adjustments to marketing strategies.
(06/2023 - 06/2023) PARTY PIT DEALER
GOLDEN GATE HOTEL & CASINO / LAS VEGAS, NV
Entertain customers by engaging with them.
Managed table game operations, including chip handling, player protection, and determining winners.
Variety of different casino games including but not limited to:
Three-Card Poker, Ultimate Texas Hold’em, Blackjack/ Free bet Blackjack, Roulette.
Receiving and managing casino chips.
(01/2019 - 03/2020) TABLE GAMES DEALER
SAHARA HOTEL & CASINO / LAS VEGAS, NV
Dealt table games professionally.
Provided excellent customer service.
Maintained table security.
Collaborated with team to uphold casino standards.
(06/2019 - ...) DIRECTOR OF SALES
MVMT PR / NATIONWIDE
Lead high-performance sales team to exceed revenue targets.
Foster strong client relationships and ensure exceptional service.
Identify and capitalize on new business opportunities. Develop and implement effective sales strategies for sustainable
(07/2019 - 09/2019) EXECUTIVE CHEF
FIREROCK / LAS VEGAS, NV
Organize and prep the kitchen line to prepare food while maintaining restaurant standards for health and safety. Check all storage areas daily communicating any
problems in food storage, receiving, handling and
temperature control.
Ensure that the quality and presentation of food products meets restaurant standards.
Presentation Skills
Culinary Trends Awareness
Dietary Restriction
Accommodation
Food Cost Management
Vendor Relationship
Management
Expertise in High-Volume
Cooking (for Vegas settings)
Understanding of San
Francisco’s farm to table
movement
Wine and beverage pairing
Culinary Education &
Continuous learning
Health & Safety Compliance
Customer Service Excellence
Event Planning and
Execution
Budgeting & Financial
Management
Communication Skills (with
kitchen staff & clients)
Ability to handle pressure
Culinary Innovation &
Experimentation
Team Building & Leadership
Development
(12/2017 - 05/2022) MARKETING OFFICER
I EXPAND SALES GROUP / LAS VEGAS, NV
Led high-preforming marketing teams, driving growth through innovative strategies.
Developed and executed comprehensive marketing plans aligned with company goals.
Leveraged data analytics to make data-driven decisions and optimize ROI.
Directed cross-functional marketing teams, orchestrating innovative strategies.
Cultivated strategic partnerships and managed marketing budgets effectively.
(12/2017 - 05/2018) CHEF DE PARTIE
JW MARRIOTT HOTEL & CASINO / LAS VEGAS, NV
Build relationships with various vendors for the kitchen. Built menu and food costing sheets.
Developed training program.
Inspect all shift employees as to adherence to dress code, sanitation, and work habits.
Check all storage areas daily communicating any
problems in food storage, receiving, handling and
temperature control.
Ensure that the quality and presentation of food products meets restaurant standards.
(07/2017 - 12/2017) SOUS CHEF
MEZCALITO / LAS VEGAS, NV
Manage food expo.
Facilitate temp logs.
Creation of menu specials.
Manage inventory and purchase of orders.
Operate standard cooking equipment including fryers, ovens, stoves, grills/flattops, and more.
Adhering to standard food rotation practices to reduce food wastage and minimize the risk of contamination.
(07/2017 - 02/2017) DEMI CHEF DE PARTIE
REDROCK HOTEL & CASINO / LAS VEGAS, NV
Check all storage areas daily communicating any
problems in food storage, receiving, handling and
temperature control.
Ensure that the quality and presentation of food products meets restaurant standards.
Organize and prep the kitchen line to prepare food while maintaining restaurant standards for quality and quantity.
(04/2017 - 12/2017) SOUS CHEF
SIENNA GOLF CLUB / LAS VEGAS, NV
Effective Communication in a
Kitchen Environment
Collaboration with Front-of-
House Staff
Public Speaking and
Presentation at Culinary
Events
Menu Presentation & Design
Social Media Engagement for
Culinary Promotion
HOBBIES
• Snowboarding
• Gardening
• Fitness
• Yoga
• Cooking
• Hiking
• Rick climbing
Organize and prep the kitchen line to prepare food while maintaining restaurant standards for quality and quantity. Check all storage areas daily communicating any
problems in food storage, receiving, handling and
temperature control.
Ensure that the quality and presentation of food products meets restaurant standards.
(09/2015 - 02/2016) SOUS CHEF
EL SEGUNDO SOL / LAS VEGAS, NV
Prepared cold appetizers, salads, and desserts according to recipes and menu specifications.
Maintained a clean and organized pantry area, including storage and rotation of ingredients,
Collaborated with the executive chef and other kitchen staff to ensure timely and efficient service.
Demonstrated knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices to ensure food quality and safety.
Assisted in inventory management and ordering of pantry supplies
(04/2015 - 10/2015) CHEF DE PARTIE
MON ABI GABI / LAS VEGAS, NV
Prepared and cooked food items according to menus I created for the staff.
Maintained a clean and organized shared working space to ensure efficient operations and compliance with health and safety regulations.
Ordered and received food and supplies, managing
inventory to prevent waste and spoilage.
Assisted in training new kitchen staff and ensuring adherence to restaurant policies and procedures.
(04/2015 - 07/2015) CHEF DE PARTIE
WOLFGANG PUCK BAR & GRILL / LAS VEGAS, NV
Organize and prep the kitchen line to prepare food while maintaining restaurant standards for quality and quantity. Provide feedback to the Executive Sous Chef.
Check all storage areas daily communicating any
problems in food storage, receiving, handling and
temperature control.
Ensure that the quality and presentation of food products meets restaurant standards.
EDUCATION
- 01/2019) CRECENT SCHOOL OF GAMING &
BARTENDING / LAS VEGAS, NV
· 2022 Las Vegas, NV College of Southern Nevada- Public Relations and Communications
· 2023 California Ce shop- California Residential & Commercial Real Estate
- 01/2013) NORTHWEST CAREER & TECHNICAL
ACADEMY- CULINARY ARRT / LAS VEGAS, NV
(01/2022 - ...) COLLEGE OF SOUTHERN NEVADA-
PUBLIC RELATIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS / LAS
VEGAS, NV
(01/2023 - ...) CE SHOP- CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL
& COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE / CALIFORNIA