BRANDON COTTON SR

Poughkeepsie, NY

adcq3y@r.postjobfree.com 504-***-****

To obtain a position that will enable me to use my strong educational background and ability to work well with people and to share and to develop my skills that would give benefits, as an important tool in achieving goals.

Willing to relocate: Anywhere

Authorized to work in the US for any employer

WORK EXPERIENCE

Director of Culinary Service

The Landing of Poughkeepsie-Poughkeepsie, NY February 2020

Responsible for overseeing all aspects of the culinary department including staffing, budget managing, education, menu prep, diet compliance and cooking.

Director of Dining Services

Somerby of Peachtree City - Peachtree City, GA January 2018 to February 2020

Responsible for all culinary activities, oversee all activity in the kitchen, train personnel, plan menus, oversee product purchasing and manage culinary budget.

Regional Kitchen Manager

Locos Grill & Pub - Auburn, AL October 2016 to January 2017

Performs a variety of tasks. Leads and directs the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Typically reports to top management. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks.

Food and Beverage Manager

Savannah Grand Retirement Assist Living - Columbus, GA August 2014 to December 2016

Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards. Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and Residents. operations within budgeted guidelines and to the highest standards.

Design exceptional menus, purchase goods and continuously make necessary improvements

Executive Chef

Holiday retirement - Columbus, GA

October 2013 to June 2015

Efficient running of kitchen operations is the main responsibility of the executive sous chef and is required to oversee food preparation and ensure their appropriate presentation to clients.

Chef Supervisor

Sterling Spoon Culinary Management - Columbus, GA January 2013 to December 2013

● Made supervisor less than a year Writing professional reports and giving feedback to the Head Chef and senior managers. ● Keeping abreast of developments in the catering field. Developing and motivating kitchen teams to do better. Knowledge of specialties recipes for complete meals, sauces, soups, pastries, meat, vegetables, salads, fish and poultry dishes. Ensuring that the larder is well stocked and that adequate food supplies are always available.

Line Cook/Prep Cook

The cannon brewpub - Columbus, GA October 2011 to November 2012

● Possessing a high level of personal cleanliness and a comprehensive understanding of how to comply with all relevant food and safety. Carrying out regular temperature checks on fridges, freezers and food storage areas.

Pantry Chef

Ruby Tuesday - Columbus, GA

May 2009 to October 2011

● Constantly evaluating meals and food products to ensure that the highest quality standards are maintained. Cooking and serving attractive meals made to individual requirements. Demonstrating cooking techniques and the correct use of equipment to staff. Overseeing the work of the junior catering staff to ensure that all duties are carried out correctly. Liaising with managers and kitchen

staff regarding customers’ orders. Making sure that leftover foodstuffs, waste and uncooked products are properly disposed of. Ensuring that all administrative processes are followed and recorded as required. Involved in the recruiting and hiring of all kitchen and catering staff.

EDUCATION

Bachelor's in Hospitality Management

Atlanta Technical College - Atlanta, GA April 2014 to June 2017

Master Instructor State License in Teaching

Rivertown School of Beauty Barber Skin Care and Nails - Columbus, GA May 2011 to July 2014

Associate in Culinary Arts

Le Cordon Bleu - Atlanta, GA 2012 to 2013

State License in Master Barber

Rivertown School of Beauty - Columbus, GA January 2009 to April 2011

High School Diploma

Churchland School - Portsmouth, VA 2005 to 2008

SKILLS

•Financial Management (3 years)

•Inventory Control (4 years)

•Food Service

•Cooking

•kitchen

•training

•Line cook

•Team Player

•Chef

•Baking

•Knife skills

•Management

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES

ServSafe: Food Protection Manager Certification

May 2016 to May 2021

Food Handler

food handler certificate

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Attention to Detail

Business Sense

Cleanliness

Creativity

Culinary Expertise

Fast-Paced Decision Making

Motivational

Multitasking

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