Joseph Morley
Cedar Creek, Tx
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Enthusiastic chef that has 20+years of experience working in several countries Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Executive Chef
True Food Kitchen - Oak Brook, IL
December 2019 to April 2024
Manage a kitchen staff of 20. Make sure all orders go out according to company standards. Keeping track of the P and L, and labor, running at a 13.3%. Ensuring all ordering is done, and hiring and training new staff. I have 2 new sous chefs whom I have trained to take on more responsibility and be able to run their shifts smoothly. I have consistently run one of the most efficient kitchens in terms of labour hours per guest in the company. Head Chef
Fitzgeralds Wine bar - Ashtabula, OH
May 2018 to October 2019
Ensure all orders leave kitchen correct and on time
● Introducing new menu items including seasonal dishes
● Placing food order and sourcing out the best ingredients
● Completing inventory
● Ensuring kitchen is always clean
Kitchen Manager
Pluckers - Austin, TX
September 2015 to April 2018
Ensure all orders leave the kitchen correct and complete.
● Ordering all food and supplies for the restaurant.
● Ensure all training is complete, and that all team members know their assigned duties. ● Making the schedule so we have a smooth shift each day
● Daily reports on how the shift went.
Technician
Props Data Communications - Austin, TX
June 2015 to June 2016
• Travel out to customer sites to solve any IT issues they may have
• Put in new runs and drops and install patch panels
• Setup Wi-Fi access points
• Replace POS units
Cook/Trainer - Buffalo Wild Wings
Longbeach, CA
April 2014 to May 2015
• Ensured customer satisfaction by completing orders accurately and on time demonstrated by being the number one ranked kitchen in the region in terms of speed of service and food costs. • Training new employees ensuring profiency on a station within a five day period.
Kitchen Lead
Buffalo Wild Wings - Morgantown, WV
January 2012 to February 2014
• Efficiency and effectiveness demonstrated by a 15% increase in sales over the last year • Local restaurant marketing increased restaurant profile as demonstrated by diners from virtually all West Virginia University's NCAA athletic teams and coaching staffs.
• Supervision of kitchen and line staff in a very fast paced and stressful environment ensuring all orders are properly prepped, plated and delivered timely at or above standard, with less than 1% returns • Main personnel and trainer for newly hired kitchen staff ensuring 100% processing and maximizing training through all kitchen stations within a 10 day period
Kitchen Manager
Prickly pinata - Sunshine Coast QLD
June 2010 to December 2011
• Consistent, timely and correct preparation and presentation of orders in a fast paced kitchen • High level of customer satisfaction evidenced by effective prep, line checks, plating and delivery of food Sous Chef
Red Sea - Sunshine Coast QLD
July 2007 to March 2010
• Dynamic control of prep, stocking, plating in a fast paced environment ensured instant success of this new restaurant
• Drive, hard work, vision contributed to the success and high customer satisfaction of this new restaurant Waiter
Enzzo's Trattoria - Short Hills, NJ
August 2004 to October 2004
• Enthusiastic interaction with diners and putting their needs first enhanced diner loyalty and the continuing success of this restaurant.
• First-hand knowledge of Italian food enhanced menu recommendations for undecided diners Waiter, Cook
Mario's Italian Ristorante - Summit, NJ
January 2004 to July 2004
• Success as waiter, knowledge of Italian food, self-confidence in making recommendations to chef and owner, led to upgraded position as cook in this upscale restaurant that served classical Southern Italian dishes.
• Experience working under tenacious, knowledgeable, customer centered owner and chef. Education
High school diploma
UEI college
Skills
• Have a great deal of experience in working well with supervisors and subordinates • Puts customer satisfaction, company reputation and employee loyalty at the top of the list • Have a wealth of experience in managing a busy work environment • Works well under stress and multi-tasking situations
• Will further enhance your reputation and business via customer satisfaction • Enjoys learning new skills
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft Windows XP/7/8
• Microsoft Server 2008
Certifications and Licenses
food handler certificate