Chef - Presbyterian Senior Living - Dillsburg, PA
(2024-02 - 2026-05)
- Created and executed innovative menus, incorporating seasonal ingredients and culinary trends
- Ensured consistent quality of food preparation by implementing standardized recipes and cooking techniques
- Maintained inventory levels and controlled costs through effective ordering and stock management
Head Chef - American Legion Post 272 - Harrisburg, PA
(2018-10 - 2023-12)
- Resurrected menu to 70% scratch kitchen
- Re developed entire catering menus to increase sales revenue by 50%
- Created system to control waste and spoilage and increase food turnover by 60%
Food Service Director/Chef - Wynwood House Personal Care Home - State College, PA
(2016-03 - 2018-09)
- Place working budget into 6-week cycle menus for 4 building of 125 residents
- Trained and supervisor staff of 15 to enforce striated adherence to sanitation
- Worked with nutritionist to supply 3 daily meals and snacks in accordance to diets
Chef - New Britain Inn - New Britain, PA
(2012-03 - 2016-03)
- Updated menu to bring bar to high-end gastropub
- Increased profitability by 30% with controlling preparation and wasted
- Strengthen clients relationship by providing quality services and communications
- Reduce food cost 15%
- Changed menu to scratch cooking by 80% and used local farms venues for stability
Sous chef - Heirlooms Restaurant - Chestnut Hill, PA
(2010-05 - 2012-02)
- Supervised staff of 7 in 3 star fine dining
- Led pre shift meeting to educate staff on menu items and daily specials
- Sourcing with local farmers for provisions and produce
Sous Chef - Revival Restaurant - Peskie, PA
(2008-12 - 2010-05)
- Properly labeled and stored all food ingredients in appropriate storerooms, refrigeration and freezers
- Actively involved in inventory, sanitation and training staff
- Participate in menu specials and catering events
Chef - Walnut Woods Retirement Home - Philadelphia, PA
(2005-04 - 2007-11)
- Led shifts while personally preparing food items and executing requests base on required specifications
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portions, cooking and waste control guidelines
- Preform daily ordering and inventory
Sous Chef - Jimmy Duffy's & Sons Catering - Berwyn, PA
(1999-05 - 2005-07)
- Instructed staff in proper food preparation, food storage, use of kitchen equipment and utensils
- Set up off site catering events for effective functional and sanitation kitchen environment
- Communication effectively to control event party
