Kwelisha Peroune
Executive Chef / Manager
Petersburg, VA 23805
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Writing and the Culinary Professions are two of my passions. I am able to merge these two passions contribute to the student academic and social development needs. My ability to work well with others while being effective with the task at hand is one of my strong points. I am extremely loyal, ambitious and dedicated to every adventure I begin.
Educational Administration Experience
• Assisted in the implementation of Individual Education Plans for the students and monitor their progress.
• Assisted in the educational and social development of students under the direction and guidance of classroom teachers
• Provide support for individual students inside and outside the classroom to enable them to fully participate in activities.
• Worked with other professionals, such as social worker in providing services to the student
• Assisted classroom teacher with maintaining student records, preparation and display of student work and any additional items to support teaching
Culinary Management Experience
Certified food handler licensed professional with a focus on creating diverse health conscience menu. As Executive Chef my duties include the following:
• Ensured that all supplies are ordered, stocked, and properly stored. This includes all food items, dishes and utensils, cleaning products, cooking supplies, and any other item necessary for kitchen functioning.
• Created recipes and meals that will keep customers coming back for more. Remained up to date on new techniques and trends in food preparation/ dining so that they can continue to modify the menu to suit their customers.
• Kept track of kitchen expenses, reported what was spent and what is needed for the kitchen.
• Managed staff and ensured that the kitchen is adequately staffed in all areas, and that employees receive the necessary training to ensure quality culinary dishes are produced. Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Kitchen/Production Director
Chick-fil-A - Virginia
September 2022 to Present
Managing the inventory, truck orders and BOH.
Assistant Manager
Mitchco International - Fort Lee, VA
December 2021 to Present
Executive Chef
US OPEN - Queens, NY
April 2019 to October 2020
Executive Chef/Kitchen Manager
Brightside Academy - Brooklyn, NY
2011 to 2016
Paraprofessional
New York City Department - Queens, NY
2010 to 2012
Manager
Fiddlers Café - Brooklyn, NY
2009 to 2010
Waitress/Bartender
Bonfire - Queens, NY
2007 to 2009
Domestic Violence Counselor
Safe Horizon - Brooklyn, NY
2003 to 2006
Education
A.S., in Culinary Management in Culinary Management Art Institute - New York, NY
2007
Skills
• Culinary Experience
• Social Work
• Food Preparation
• Kitchen Management Experience
• Customer service
• Sales
• Restaurant experience
Certifications and Licenses
Food Handler Certification