John Knoten Jr

Grand Prairie, TX *****

adwcbt@r.postjobfree.com

+1-504-***-****

More than 29 years of professional cooking and kitchen management experience. I exemplify leadership qualities and professionalism, back by a consistent, verifiable record of achievement. Willing to relocate: Anywhere

Authorized to work in the US for any Employer

Willing to relocate: Anywhere

Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Work Experience

Culinary Director/Executive Chef

Arbor Hills Memory Care - Plano, TX

May 2022 to Present

Promotion and transfer to this sister community. Cover both communities. Oversee all aspect of the dining program from ordering, P&L assessments, Menu planning, and working closely with both the ED and Community Relations Director on census building, new residents and community outreach. Owner/Executive Chef

Fleurdelish Catering LLC. - Texas Est.

January 2010 to Present

Provide full catering services to clientele that desire hands-on, personalized cuisine at the location of the client’s choice. Hire, train, and direct staff at catering events. Plan menus, ensure quality control, and minimize waste.

Established business to provide quality meals while meeting the budgetary needs for a full range of clientele.

Culinary Director/Executive Chef

Meadowbook Memory Care - Arlington, TX

April 2021 to May 2022

Same duties as above. Sister Community

Dining Services Director

Oak Ridge Alzheimer’s and Specialty Care - Halton City, TX October 2020 to April 2021

Oversaw all aspects of the kitchen and dining area including staff. Create menus, and ordded food and non-food items bi-weekly. Maintained budgets related to food services. Educated staff on special diets including but not limited to; mechanical soft, carb controlled, pureed diet, ect. Food and Beverage Director

Somerford - Roseville, CA

September 2018 to August 2020

Same as above

Dining Services Director

Summerfield Senior Living - Yuba City, CA

July 2017 to August 2018

Same as above

Dining Services Manger

Prestige Care Inc. - Marysville, CA

January 2017 to July 2017

Same as above

Substance Abuse Counselor

Addiction Treatment Services - Marysville, CA

November 2013 to April 2017

Responsibilities: Counsel individuals who are addicted to illicit and prescription opiates. Provide support and aide to folks who need help in getting their lives back on track. Working closely with mental health and many outreach advocates to find necessary resources for patients who may be in need of those services.

Accomplishments: I have seen a vast number of patients abstain from opiate usage and believe in the process that I have taught them. For example, changing behaviors and old habits, distancing yourself from unhealthy people and situations, getting a sponsor and attending meetings, etc. Skills Used: Patience, Listening and having compassion for the patients. Always reminding them of their worth and purpose.

Executive Chef

Nawlins - Yokosuka, Japan

May 2009 to November 2009

Assisted with the development and opening of a New Orleans style kitchen. Supervised daily operations and functions of the business. Developed relationships and worked closely with Japanese food vendors. Assisted with marketing strategies to attract patrons to the restaurant. Created and prepared all meals daily.

Managed inventory of all kitchen necessities.

Education

High School Diploma

Mcdonogh #35 Senior High School - New Orleans, LA

September 1992 to May 1995

Skills

• Dietary department experience

• Profit & Loss

• Menu Planning

• Culinary Experience

• Crisis Intervention

• Food Service

• Hospitality Experience

• Group Therapy

• Food Production

• Sanitation

• POS

• Kitchen management

• Budgeting

• Serving Experience

• Kitchen Management

• Food Service Management

• Time Management

• MS Office (10+ years)

• Case Management

• Conflict management

• Leadership

• Restaurant Experience

• Addiction Counselling

• Labor Cost Analysis

• Food Safety

• Catering

• Banquet Experience

• Behavioral Therapy

• Restaurant Management

• Nutrition

• Customer Service

• Meal Preparation

• Individual / Group Counselling

• Supervising Experience

• Kitchen experience

• Social Work

Certifications and Licenses

ServSafe

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