Executive Chef - Seville Quarter - Pensacola, FL
(2021-04)
- Creation of new menu items.
- Management of food service for 2300 person entertainment complex.
- Manage and creation of banquet services.
- Food cost analysis and control.
- Labor control.
- Implementation of new training processes and standards.
- Training in HACCP
- Proctor of Serv -Safe testing and training.
- Hiring and training all kitchen personnel.
Hospitality Manager/ Bar Manager - The Palisades Country Club - Charlotte, NC
(2019-03)
Front of House operations and bar operations including training, inventory, drink specials, steps of service, and overall service of the front of the house including banquets. Scheduling, Proctor of ServSafe and Serv- Safe Bar exams.
Food & Beverage Director - Apex Parks Group Big Kahunas - Destin, FL
(2018-09)
- Food and beverage director.
- Management of over 100 employees.
- Scheduling of employees.
- Menu creation and implementation.
- Maintain and train on HACCP.
- Cost control of labor, food, overhead, as well as sales.
- Oversee 4 kitchens while maintaining consistent product and service.
- Ordering product for a multi-kitchen operation.
- Hiring of new employees.
- Creating a standard training program that follows corporate standards.
Culinary Manager - Bone Fish Grill - Pensacola, FL
(2017-03 - 2018-06)
- Culinary Manager
- Managing BOH and FOH operations.
- Scheduling up to 25 BOH employees.
- Setting up prep lists for daily operations.
- Ordering product including large food and dry goods.
- Keeping P&L updated daily.
- Weekly inventory on all products.
- Keeping daily records of HACCP and Eco-Sure standards.
- Opening and Closing of the restaurant.
- Expediting of food to ensure proper temp and cooking procedure.
- Cost control of food and labor.
- Hiring of new employees.
- Creating specials for the week.
Mortgage Processor - Navy Federal Credit Union - Pensacola, FL
(2016-11 - 2017-05)
- Mortgage Processor.
- Handling multiple calls to members and processing loans in a timely manner.
- Following mortgage laws and rules to get loans processed.
- Ensuring mortgage loans are correct with all paperwork.
- Ability to contact members and update them on new mortgage laws.
- Ensure members move into their new home on expected closing date.
- Follow all TRID/RESPA laws and policies.
- Great customer service answering all members calls, emails and questions.
- National Mortgage License System (NMLS) number 1571224.
Teacher - Escambia County School District - Pensacola, FL
(2013-08 - 2016-06)
- Culinary Instructor/ Teacher grades 9-12.
- Inventory of product for Culinary Academy.
- Grade posting and classroom management of 109 teenagers.
- Ensured safety to all students and faculty.
- Maintained all equipment and ensured functions of equipment.
- Implemented new course curriculum for Workforce Academy.
- Managed and maintain funds for Academy.
- Experienced in Java
- Experienced and certified in MS Excel
Chef - Baptist Healthcare - Pensacola, FL
(2013-02 - 2013-08)
- Creating new recipes for patients.
- Maintaining and implementing safety procedures.
- Managed up to 150 patients and ensuring dietary needs are met.
- Ensured safety to all employees and patients.
- Maintained equipment functions.
Chef II - Ritz Carlton - Charlotte, NC
(2009-09 - 2011-04)
- Maintain HACCP sanitation and standards.
- Assist in the creation of specials.
- Train Line cooks in the standards of Ritz Carlton.
- Earned AAA 5 Diamond Award.
- Earned 1 in the world of food standard and quality.
- Ensured the safety of all employees and guests of the hotel.
- Maintained the functions of all equipment.
- Maintained high level of service to all 4000 guests.
Assistant Kitchen Manager - Bonefish Grill - Pensacola, FL
(2004-08 - 2010-09)
- Managed 20 employees.
- Maintained safety regulations and the safety of the crew.
- Served in a timely manner of over 4000 guests in a week.
- Earned Kitchen of the Quarter 5/07 for the entire company.
- Train all new cooks the menu and Bonefish standards.
- Maintained HAACP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point) sanitation and trained new hires on HAACP.
- Maintained kitchen organization and scheduling.
Sous Chef - Barracks Street Fish House - Pensacola, FL
(2002-09 - 2004-09)
- Conceptualized 5 Menu items that remained on the menu for 5 years.
- Maintained safety in all aspects in the kitchen area.
- Maintained the functionality and maintenance of all equipment.
- Improved the methods of preparation on the BOH.
- Planned and executed catering functions.
- Organized scheduling for 15 employees.
- Assisted in menu planning and cost control.
- Troubled shoot any equipment failure and maintained the function of the equipment.
Assistant Kitchen Manager/ Key Employee - Outback Steakhouse
(2000-10 - 2004-09)
- Displayed organization during peak busy hours.
- Team oriented and ensured all team members worked together professionally.
- Identified problems and hazard before they occurred.
- Maintained a safe work environment for all employees.
- Assisted in the scheduling of 20 BOH employees.
- Managed 20 employees to ensure quality and efficiency.
- Preparing main courses for 3000 and up guests.
- Maintained HAACP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points) for safety.
- Maintained equipment and ensured the functions of equipment.
