Zackery Keysor
Battle Creek, MI *****
*******@*****.***
Versatile Chef with vast experience preparing dishes to impress diners. Trains and develops chefs to company standards. Anticipates ingredient needs and arranges re-stock to facilitate productive kitchen flow and uphold business standards.
Work Experience
Sous Chef
Chartwells Higher Education - Olivet, MI
November 2021 to May 2023
● Supervise kitchen food preparation in a demanding, high-volume environment.
● Perform as chef to maintain team productivity and restaurant quality.
● Prepare food according to restaurant artistic guidelines to promote attractive presentation.
● Direct staff to maintain department objectives, standards, guidelines and budget. ● Work closely with kitchen and front-of-house personnel.
Line Cook
Firekeepers Casino - Battle Creek, MI
July 2009 to June 2022
● Sanitized food preparation areas, grills and equipment to avoid cross-contamination from raw items.
● Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
● Maintained hygienic kitchen with regular mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing utensils and glassware.
● Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
● Assisted in preparation of menu items ranging from burgers to sandwiches.
● Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.
● Washed and peeled ingredients to prepare for different meals and recipes.
● Created nutritious, visually appealing, innovative and properly prepared and flavored food. Restaurant Manager
Shenanigan’s - Portage, MI
September 2008 to September 2009
● Scheduled and directed staff in daily work assignments to maximize productivity.
● Counseled and disciplined staff to address issues promptly and provide constructive feedback.
● Managed accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll.
● Performed opening and closing procedures each day.
● Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage, and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
● Trained workers in food preparation, money handling and cleaning roles to facilitate restaurant operations.
● Developed delicious menus to change up menu offerings. Team Leader
Meijer Bakery - Cadillac, MI
March 2007 to July 2008
● Kept work areas clean, neat and free of safety hazards to maximize efficiency.
● Promoted to leadership position in recognition of strong work ethic and provided exceptional customer service.
● Mentored newly hired employees on machine operations and implemented training on safety procedures to prevent injuries.
● Created work schedules for employees.
● Coordinated inventory, stocking, and ordering.
Education
Associate of Arts in Culinary Arts
Baker College - Muskegon, MI
September 2002 to September 2006
Skills
• Special Events and Catering
• Food Stock and Supply Management
• Supply Ordering
• Food Preparing, Plating and Presentation
• Kitchen Management
• Team Leadership
• Coordinating Kitchen Staff
• Standards Compliance
• Culinary Experience
• Food Preparation
• Food Handling
• Restaurant Management
• Profit & Loss
• Banquet Experience
• Cooking
• Restaurant Experience
• POS
• Supervising Experience
• Food Production
• Catering
• Inventory Control
• Menu Planning
• Management
• Merchandising
• Pricing
• Guest Services
• Meal Preparation
• Office Management
• Purchasing
• Bartending
• Accounts Receivable
• Cleaning Experience