Restaurant Operations Leader with Culinary and Service Expertise
Resume:
Desiree Horton
** ********* **. ******, ** *****
Phone: 717-***-****
Professional Experience
Red, Hot and Blue, Laurel, MD Front of House Manager
Successfully managed daily operations of the restaurant.
Supervised staff, ensuring excellent customer service.
Developed and implemented effective marketing strategies.
Maintained high standards of food quality and hygiene.
Hershey Road Family Restaurant, Hershey, PA Executive Sous Chef
2010-2015
Assisted the Executive Chef in menu planning and food preparation.
Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring efficient operation.
Maintained inventory and managed supply orders.
Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations.
Ocean Pines Yacht Club, Ocean Pines, MD Executive Sous Chef
2015-2017
Played a key role in menu development and execution.
Managed kitchen operations and staff scheduling.
Ensured high standards of food quality and presentation.
Collaborated with other departments for event planning.
Ocean City Fish Company, Ocean City, MD Executive Chef
2017-2018
Led the kitchen team in preparing high-quality seafood dishes.
Developed innovative recipes and seasonal menus.
Oversaw food procurement and inventory management.
Maintained stringent food safety and cleanliness standards.
Fox's Pizza, Berlin, MD General Manager
2018-2019
Managed kitchen operations and staff.
Developed and tested new menu items.
Ensured consistent food quality and presentation.
Oversaw food cost control and budgeting.
Assateague Diner, Berlin, MD Bartender
2020-2022
Provided excellent customer service and beverage preparation.
Managed bar inventory and supply orders.
Ensured compliance with health and safety standards.
Assisted in training new bar staff
Blue Water Hospitality, Berlin, MD Reservation Specialist Supervisor/Sales
2022-Present
Provide customer service support for 70+ resorts across the country.
Assist in the onboarding of new hires.
Assist multiple departments with daily tasks.
Skills
Culinary expertise and menu development
Staff management and training
Inventory management and cost control
Excellent customer service and communication
Strong leadership and organizational skills
Proficient in health and safety regulations
Education
Wor-Wic Community College
Salisbury University
References Available upon request.
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