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EXPERIENCED, CREATIVE, PASSIONATE PROFESSIONAL CHEF - WITH A UNIQUE COMBINATION OF TECHNICAL EXPERTISE, CULINARY LEADERSHIP, AND BUSINESS MANAGEMENT THAT GETS PROVEN RESULTSCREATIVE, EXPERIENCED CHEF| 2017 Food Management Magazines Innovator of the year, for Evolution, a new customer service focused food experience that features multi-branded concepts teamed with the latest technology.CHEF| Focused on fresh seasonal foods, prepared with proper techniques, in both creative and traditional methods from local farms, American regional and ethnic cultures, presented with passion and attention to detail.CULINARY LEADERSHIP| lead a team of regional chefs, dieticians, health and wellness coordinators in on trend menu development, health and wellness programs, culinary system processes and audits. CHANGE MANAGEMENT| Safety Leadership Council: Consisted of company leadership, developed new safety polices and protocols which decreased company claims and insurance costs. Food Safety & Quality Control: Developed company polices procedures and audits.PURCHASING| Maintained vendor relationships, developed company food specifications and volume allowance programBUSINESS MANAGEMENT & ANALYTICS| Purchasing, cost controls, inventory, pricing, promotions and on trend industry analysis, to ensure company budgets are being met, and exceed customer standards and expectations.COLLABORATOR| Worked with Marketing to develop a fully branded concept, marketing, photography and media campaigns for the new Evolution concept. Designed new kitchen concepts with outside vendors to ensure proper work flows and customer experience. Created the Culinary Collaborative for open discussion on food trends and company programs.TIME MANAGEMENT & ORGANIZATION| Prepared and delivered sales presentations & demonstrations, created and maintained an internal culinary website, Reviewed and analyzed company P&L’s, planning and delivery of all company VIP catered events. Supported HR functions for direct reports. Owner Operator of Home Appetit, Personal Chef & Consulting Service.TEACHER & COACH| Created a company new hire practical and theoretical hiring process that evaluated the candidates on their culinary skill set and business acumen. Started a new ProStart Culinary Program, that generated over 1.5 million dollars in scholarships, placed high school students in post secondary culinary arts programs or stages, 2009 ProStart National Champion, 6 time State Champion. voted top 100 high school culinary arts programs. Certified ServSafe Proctor & Instructor.

Listed skills include Menu Development, Culinary Skills, Restaurants, Recipes, and 43 others.