Executive Chef Food Safety
Resume:
JUSTINA KOTEI
Hyattsville, MD *****
*******.*******@*****.***
Professional Summary
Executive Chef possessing excellent cooking skills and strong knowledge of food safety. Proficient in maintaining well-stocked, organized and clean kitchen areas to maximize productivity. Dedicated team player with punctual nature and open communication style dedicated to working hard. Work Experience
Line Cook
AC Hotels-Washington, DC
June 2023 to Present
Smoke & Mirrors Restaurant, Navy Yard: Set up and stock necessary supplies. Prepare food and sauces to specified recipes and standards. Maintain cleanliness by complying with all food handling and sanitation requirements .
Executive Sous Chef
Hilton Garden Inn Hotel-Washington, DC
September 2015 to February 2022
# Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
# Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
# Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment, and sanitation.
# Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross- contamination.
# Prepared meats, poultry, vegetable for grilling and sautéing
# Made sure ALL Kitchen Utensils are Cleaned, maintained according to state safety food standards and regulations
# Maintained a Clean Stock room for the smooth running of the kitchen Banquet Chef
The Delegate-Washington, DC
September 2014 to September 2015
# Analyzed banquet event orders and planned and coordinated functions with catering staff to meet or exceed customer expectations.
# Recognized quality standards in vegetables, fish, dairy and meat products and selected and used freshest ingredients to prepare menu items.
# Practiced safe work habits to avoid possible injury to self or other employees.
# Managed production by adhering to preparation, plating and presentation standards and following safety regulations to deliver top quality food.
# Made Sure kitchen was in compliance with all State and government Laws and regulations in regards to safety
# Supervised food preparations for ALL events
# Developed Banquet Menus and made changes where necessary
# Maintained All Equipmen and made sure all were in working condition
# Maintained all inventory and organizational needs in regards to storage and back stock for day to day operations
Executive Chef
The Delegate-Washington, DC
August 2013 to October 2013
# Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
# Verified compliance in preparation of menu items and customer special requests.
# Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
# Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
# Coordinated Kitchen Staff
# Made sure all kitchen staff follow state and government food and safety regulations
# Budgeting and cutting down unnecessary spending
# Trained New Hires
Education
Bachelor of Arts
Stratford University-Falls Church, VA
January 2016
Skills
• Management
• Work Inspections
• Hot Service
• Recruiting
• Cooking
• Food Preparation
• Food handling
• Kitchen Staff Supervision
• Staff Management
• Data Analysis
• Pricing
• Kitchen Management Experience
• Restaurant experience
• Culinary Experience
• Cleaning and Sanitizing
• POS
• Conflict management
• Communication skills
• Safe Food Handling
• Profit & Loss
• Kitchen management
• Food Safety
• Time Management
• Cold Service
• Supply Ordering and Procurement
• Banquet Experience
• Detail-Oriented
• Quality Control
• Inventory Management
• Menu planning
Certifications and Licenses
Food Handler Certification
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