Jeff Kincy
Motivated. Creative. Efficient.
Durham, NC 27701
**********@*****.***
EXPERIENCE
Proof of the Pudding- Duke Athletics/Caterer for Duke Events -Lead Cook, 11/22-present
Open, Set-UP Kitchen,turn on all equipment, check inventory, prepare prep list, check Catering sheets,prepare list of food and times for events and pick ups, prep and prepare dishes by recipes assuring serv/safe,and company specifications are met.
Veritas Collaborative- Durham,NC-Sous Chef
Hospital for eating disorders 10/21-11/22
Assigning and overseeing daily task,assisting interviewing,hiring and training staff. Preparing meals utilizing prepared recipes explicitly. Tasting and ensuring Presentation of prepared food meet the highest quality standards required at all times,asst. Chef in maintaining all kitchen and dining areas,tools and equipment.
The Tavern Food and Spirits, Durham,NC — Kitchen
Manager 6/17-9/21
Managed kitchen staff of 12. Managed food inventory and cost for 150+ seat restaurant and bar situated near a high end university with high volume crowds. Created menu specialties to compete with the downtown Durham food scene.
Croasdaile Country Club, Durham, NC — Roundsman
Jun. 2011- Feb. 2013
Dinner Saute’ Cook, preparing and creating wkly. Dinner specials. Asst. Chef in productive inventory control usage by creating quality menus to control loss.also Prepared appetizers, authentic entrees, specialty trays, salads, and desserts for large banquet productions and dining services,and supervise staff in sanitation and food quality. EDUCATION
Earle C. Clements Vocational School, Morganfield, KY — Certified Chef in Advanced Culinary Arts
1990-1992
Wayne Community College, Goldsboro, NC — Employment Career Readiness, Human Resources Development
2011
SKILLS
Strong proven ability to lead
others,Ability to
communicate effectively,
problem solver, team
player,Menu creation,
ordering/inventory, staff
management, Production
Management,
Certifications
ServSafe Certified through
Sept. 2026
LANGUAGES
English, Some Spanish