BENNIE J. MOATES

**** ***** *** ***********, ** *0785

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202-***-****

Summary of Accomplishments and Qualifications

Skilled culinary professional with broad experience in a la carte Italian, American, and fine-dining cuisine. Adept at training and managing kitchen staff. Customer focused; aimed at preparing exquisite dishes that impress diners. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills working with corporate executives, line cooks, suppliers, and front of the house staff to deliver exceptional service.

Highlights:

Over 10+years proven track record demonstrating knowledge and experience in a diverse range of cuisines

Proven ability to effectively handle multiple levels of responsibility with minimal direction from supervisors while supervising personnel, providing team leadership, motivation, and development

Highly skilled in creating eye appealing menus, maintaining high levels of sanitation and cleanliness, and resolving various issues in a timely manner

Experienced Coordinator in Special Events & Banquets (Catering & Planning).

Core Competencies:

Training & Supervision

Inventory Management

Budget & Cost Control

Quality Assurance

Operational Efficiency

Customer Satisfaction

Profitability Focus

Teamwork

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

Westin Hotel Jan. 2010- Present

Philadelphia, PA

Steward/ Food-Runner Daily

Responsible for food deliveries and food preparation. Prepares chef’s daily request for the menu. Weekly stock and inventory. Help prepare daily meals upon request by chef for hotel guest. Delegate responsibilities to oncoming staff to over thirty employees. Assists with party banquets for a variety of events.

Ritz Carlton March 2004 – Dec. 2009

Washington, DC

Culinary/Food-Runner

Daily responsibilities include opening kitchen for food deliveries and food preparation. Prepare chef’s daily request for the menu. Weekly stock and inventory. Prepare daily side dishes upon request by chef for hotel guest. Delegate responsibilities to oncoming staff to over thirty employees. Responsible party for lost prevention. Assists with party banquets for a variety of events.

Budget Rental Car Service June 1992 – August 2005

Washington, DC

Agent/Station Manager

To prepare all Budget vehicles for customer rental while maintaining the Budget quality and

customer service standards. Responsible for returned vehicles. Inspected body for any damages, inoperative equipment, safety hazards and fuel level. Removed damaged or problematic vehicles from fleet location to designated out-of -service area and were documented for maintenance service. Served as station manager in the absence of immediate supervisor and delegated duties as needed.

Education

Visual Communications & Marketing; Western Wisconsin College, La Crosse, WI

Awards

Ritz Carlton (Leadership Award) (Leadership of Excellence Award) General Manager

Guidance Team (Mayor’s Youth Council Member)

References Available Upon Request

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