Holly Schneider

Top-notch professional with expertise in menu development, kitchen management and staff training. Creates unique and delicious dishes while controlling food and labor costs. Collaborative and committed to seeking feedback from customers and staff to improve kitchen workflows.

Executive Sous Chef - Pepperdine University - Malibu, CA

(2021-04 - 2023-05)

• Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
• Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
• Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
• Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
• 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.
• Coordinated employee schedules and developed staff teams to boost productivity.

Executive Chef - Love Love Foundation - Burbank, CA

(2016-01 - 2020-03)

• Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
• Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.