Executive Sous Chef & Culinary Leader

ROBERT J. SMITH

Pittsburgh, PA

412-***-**** ******.*.*****@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Executive culinary professional with 30 years of combined restaurant experience across diverse dining environments ranging from fine dining to high-volume bar and grill operations. Proven leader with extensive experience in kitchen management, staff development, food quality control, and food cost management. Known for maintaining high culinary standards while efficiently operating fast-paced kitchens and leading teams to deliver consistent, high-quality dining experiences. CORE COMPETENCIES

Kitchen Leadership • Staff Training & Development

Menu Execution & Food Preparation

Food Safety & Sanitation Compliance

Inventory & Food Cost Control

High-Volume Kitchen Operations

Fine Dining • Casual Dining • Bar & Grill Service

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Executive Sous Chef

The Eatery at Pitt — Pittsburgh, PA

December 2024 – Present

• Assist in managing daily operations of a high-volume institutional kitchen

• Supervise and coordinate kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and service

• Maintain strict food safety, sanitation, and quality standards

• Support the Executive Chef in menu execution, staffing, and kitchen leadership Executive Chef

Lula — Pittsburgh, PA

September 2022 – October 2024

• Directed all kitchen operations including menu execution, staff leadership, and food quality

• Supervised, trained, and developed kitchen staff to maintain high performance standards

• Managed ordering, inventory, and food cost controls

• Ensured consistency in food preparation, plating, and presentation

• Maintained compliance with food safety and sanitation regulations Assistant General Manager / Kitchen Manager

Mullens Bar and Grill

August 2008 – March 2020

• Managed daily restaurant operations including opening and closing procedures

• Scheduled employees and processed payroll

• Supervised kitchen staff and ensured consistent food quality

• Maintained inventory control and monitored food costs

• Ensured excellent customer satisfaction and service standards Kitchen Supervisor

Jerome Bettis Grille 36

June 2006 – August 2008

• Supervised kitchen staff and coordinated daily food preparation

• Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation standards

• Assisted with inventory management and food cost control

• Ensured timely food service and consistent quality EDUCATION

Doddridge County High School — High School Diploma The Art Institute of Pittsburgh

Computer Animation & Industrial Design Technology

INTERESTS

Art • Music • The Outdoors • Spending Time with Friends and Family

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