Control Supervisor Sous Chef

Aboubacar S. Traore

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New York, NY 10026

646-***-****

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SUMMARY

15+ years as a Chef including kitchen/staff management, hiring and training. Reliable and conscientious leader, diligent with a strong work ethic. Strong communicator with well-defined interpersonal skills; interacts well with staff and clients on all levels. Consistently requested in assistance with special projects requiring attentiveness to detail and meticulous follow-through. Detail oriented, exceptionally well organized. Punctual, forward-thinking team player with a positive personality. Languages: Fluent in French; conversational Spanish EXPERIENCE

Chef de Cuisine Ginjan Cafe - (Oct 2020-Present)

(New York)

Sous Chef OTG - (April 2016-March 2019)

(New York) Metro Grill - (April 2002-Oct 2003)

Over 2 years experience as a Sous Chef with responsibilities including:

- Preparation of superior quality menu items for high volume trendy coterie tastings and comfort foods

- Coordinating traffic between front and back of house

- Cost/Inventory Control supervisor

- Menu design, staff hiring and training

Chef de Cuisine Toast 105 - (Aug 2013-March 2016)

(New York) SPRIG - (Sept 2010-July 2013)

Smorgass Chef Restaurant Corporation - (May 2009-Sept 2010) Fig and Olive - (Jan 2007-May 2009)

Carne - (Oct 2003-Dec 2006)

Over 12 years experience as a Chef de Cuisine with responsibilities including:

- Preparation of superior quality menu items at high volumes including Californian-Mediterranean fusion; Steakhouse

- Preparation, creation and proper dish presentation of upscale cuisine

- Coordinating traffic between front and back of house

- Menu design, used in attracting new clintele

Additional responsibilities include: staff hiring, training and management, schedule coordination and payroll; inventory costs and ordering, controlling food costs, preparing daily specials; monitoring all aspects of the kitchen’s performance; Provided a visible management presence at all times EDUCATION New York City College Of Technology - Brooklyn, NY B.S. Hospitality Management

ACTIVITIES Member of Upper West Side & Chelsea Piers soccer teams, Creator of Mobile Children’s Cooking Class

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