Executive Chef
Resume:
SPENCER GELINAS
* ******** ****** ********* *, Manchester, New Hampshire 03104
********@*****.***
EXECUTIVE CHEF
PROFILE OVERVIEW
Skilled, creative, and dedicated culinary arts achiever with broad knowledge and experience in leading overall kitchen operations combined with synergistic set of skills in high-quality culinary styles, trends, and presentations. Exhibits unyielding commitment to delivering excellence in food service, and equipped with in-depth skills necessary for catering complex events and executive functions.
- Consistently ensures the integrity of food production while providing high level of customer satisfaction, controlling costs, and driving revenue increases
- Dependable in delegating job tasks, streamlining culinary functions, and initiating culinary techniques
- Adept at estimating food consumption as well as in selecting and developing fresh culinary concepts and recipes
- Organized with advanced skills in balancing work priorities while collaboratively working with staff and promoting accountability and compliance
- Passionate to continuous learning and strives to achieve and surpass established goals
- Skilled in Microsoft Word and Excel
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Kitchen Operations Streamlining
- Food Cost Analysis and Budget Management
- Staff Training and Supervision
- Culinary Design and Presentation
- Menu Planning and Development
- Inventory and Shrinkage Control
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Sous Chef Flik International, Boston, MA (Feb 2008-Present)
- Plan, direct, and streamline daily food preparation and kitchen operations
- Develop menu and lead the preparation of new recipes and pricing of food
- Direct and foster efficiency in work performance of kitchen staff
- Spearhead the development and implementation of training programs
- Oversee and resolve issues associated in kitchen operations and customer service
- Manage and maintain compliance with safety, sanitation, and quality control standards
- Ensure superior level of service and efficiency in dining functions, including executive-level dining
- Supervise inventory and monitor accuracy in daily deliveries, receiving records, and logs
- Control shrinkages and manage purchasing of food product using Instill Programs
- Conform to corporate specifications in planning and writing monthly menu
- Facilitate daily pre-service tasks and effectively delegate work assignments
- Address service issues and promote overall effectiveness and accountability in daily tasks
PRIOR EXPERIENCE
Sous Chef Passaconaway CC, Litchfield, NH (2007-2009)
Restaurant Manager Papa Gino's Add Scheduling, Hookset, NH (2007-2008)
Sous Chef Z Food And Drink, Manchester, NH (2007)
Food Service Specialist United States Army (1996-1999)
EDUCATION & TRAINING
(AS) ASSOCIATE'S DEGREE IN CULINARY SCIENCES
Atlantic Culinary Academy, McIntosh College, Dover, NH
ATLANTIC CULINARY ACADEMY, LE CORDON BLEU
McIntosh College, Dover, NH
FOOD SERVICE SPECIALIST-UNITED STATES ARMY
AWARDS AND HONORS
- Dean’s List for four semesters
- Member of the National Honor Society
- Honor Graduate of United States Army
AFFILIATIONS AND ACTIVITIES
- Member, Phi Theta Kappa (National Honor Society) Beta Gamma Chapter
- Member, New Hampshire Sports and Social Club
- Event Coordinator, Special Olympic
- Kitchen Volunteer, New Horizon Soup
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