Short Order Cook
Resume:
CHEF / SHORT ORDER COOK / MANAGER
ROGER
GHANTOUS
CONTACT INFORMATION
***********@*****.***
**** ****** *******, ***#**, Pine
Brook, NJ 07058
SKILLS
LANGUAGES
arabic Native
English Advanced
spanish Intermediate
OBJECTIVE
Professional and experienced Chef/Short Order Cook/Manager with expertise in creating delicious and diverse menus. Proven track record in managing kitchen operations, leading teams, and delivering exceptional customer satisfaction.
EXPERIENCE
CHEF / OWNER
Cedar Grill and Pizza. Caldwell, NJ Jan 2004
CHEF / OWNER
J & R Grill and Pizza. Perth Amboy, NJ Mar 2000 - Aug 2003 CHEF / MANAGER
Family Gourmet. Brunswick, NJ Jul 1997 - Jan 2000 EDUCATION
BUSINESS
ELC College . Lebanon 1989 - 1992
Multitasking
Creative problem solving
Organization
Communication
Teamwork
Food safety
Leadership
Menu planning
Extensive experience as a head chef in own restaurant, managing a team of 10+ staff.
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Expertise in creating and executing innovative menus that cater to diverse tastes and dietary restrictions.
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Proven track record of consistently exceeding customer expectations through exceptional culinary skills and attention to detail.
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Strong ability to effectively manage food costs, inventory, and ordering, resulting in significant cost savings for the establishment.
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Experienced in preparing traditional and gourmet pizzas with expertise in diverse topping combinations.
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Proven ability to collaborate with kitchen team, successfully executing customized pizza orders to meet customer preferences.
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Successfully launched and managed a profitable small business, leading to sustained growth for more than 30 years.
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Demonstrated effective leadership skills by assembling and managing a competent team of employees.
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Established and maintained strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring a consistent supply chain and cost-effective operations.
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Developed and executed training programs, resulting in improved employee performance and customer satisfaction.
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Successfully managed budgets of up to $500,000, consistently meeting financial targets and delivering cost savings.
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Ten years of experience as Chef/Owner of a successful restaurant, managing daily operations and staff.
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Developed and executed creative and innovative menus, resulting in consistently positive customer feedback.
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Strong leadership skills, overseeing kitchen operations, recipe development, food purchasing, and inventory management.
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Proven ability to create and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors, ensuring high-quality ingredients.
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