An ardent and creative culinary professional with 33+ years of experience in the culinary world. From a young age, I was aware that cooking is my passion. With my extensive expertise in the culinary sector, I bring substantial value to the kitchen. With a combination of innovative cooking ideas, the latest cooking practices, and fresh perspectives, I can create sheer culinary magic. I firmly believe in facilitating customers with high-quality food and exceeding their expectations. As an executive chef, I like to provide team members with a kitchen atmosphere that allows for growth, progress and creativity. I have experience working as a Sous Chef, Chocolatier, Pastry Chef, Line and Banquet Cook, Kitchen Manager and Supervisor, Carver, and Food and Nutrition Supervisor. My personal experimentation with the latest cooking methods and technologies lead to the discovery of bold and complex flavors, which are instilled in each menu item to delight diners. I consider myself committed, knowledgeable, and highly driven. My positive affirmative attitude is what gets the job done.Resourceful, service-centric, value-driven professional chef and manager with 35+ years of culinary experience managing kitchens in restaurants, resorts, medical facilities, and catering events. Proven ability to blend superior culinary experiences with business management expertise to meet organizational objectives and facilitate new menus, food specialty items, efficient food service processes, high-level sanitary practices, highly proficient food cost and loss prevention processes, and employee retention and training plans. Prioritizes and manages multiple projects within specifications and budget restrictions.