Will Sheats, Cec
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Chef and Owner at Gringo Loco Taco
Location: Columbus, Ohio, United States 10 work roles 5 schools
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Will Sheats, Cec is listed as Chef and Owner at Gringo Loco Taco, based in Columbus, Ohio, United States. AeroLeads shows a matched LinkedIn profile for Will Sheats, Cec.

Will Sheats, Cec previously worked as Chef/Owner at Gringo Loco Taco and Certified Executive Chef (CEC) at American Culinary Federation (Acf). Will Sheats, Cec holds Bachelor Of Science, Culinary Food Service Management from Johnson And Wales University.

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Well rounded hands on Certified Executive Chef (CEC) with over thirty years in the business. Twenty five in management positions. Member of the American Culinary Federation (ACF). Currently with the Columbus, Ohio chapter.Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts & Food Service Management from my Alma Matter Johnson and Wales University.Specialties: Regional and Global Cuisine, Computer Skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Menu Development, Sanitation and Safety, HACCP, Purchasing and Inventory, Food and Labor cost Controls, High Volume, Banquets, P&L, Budget Writing, ServSafe Certified, Staff Training, Interest in CSA's, latest food trends and Sustainable Food Procurement.

Listed skills include Menu Development, Banquets, Cuisine, Culinary Skills, and 46 others.

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Gringo Loco Taco
Gringo Loco Taco
Chef and Owner
Columbus, OH, US
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10 roles · 28 years

Will Sheats, Cec work experience

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Chef And Owner

Gringo Loco Taco

Columbus, Oh, Us

Chef/Owner

Current
Gringo Loco Taco

Columbus, Ohio Area

Serving Fresh, Local Organic Tacos at a farmer's Market, brew Pub or catering event near you.

Dec 2013 - Present

Certified Executive Chef (Cec)

Current

Professional orginization of Chefs and culinarians that I am an active member of.

May 2000 - Present

Executive Chef

Columbus, Ohio

Mange a staff of 45 at the main building, Plaza 1, of Nationwide InsuranceDaily head count of approximately 2,500- 3,000 people plus Catering and Executive DiningDaily sales at the 9 stations in the café average $10,000 plus catering events. Weekly sales total are $85,000 plus including cateringARAMARK standards implemented, including daily production sheets, waste log management, modified HACCP plan to include temperature logs, final cook temperature, hot and cold holding in addition to consistent cleaning and sanitizing logs to include both dish machine and Quat sanitizer Weekly inventory as well as purchasing tool used to track allocated budgeted food expenseConsistently passing with zero critical violations from local health departmentResponsible for all menu development, training, and implementationTraining and supervising staff in hands on working environment

May 2013 - Dec 2013

Executive Chef

Restaurant Associates

Managed staff of 15 at one of five buildings campus wide that fed breakfast, lunch and catering daily to 10,000 World Bank employees. Budgeted sales were $12 million campus.wide.Oversaw 8 action stations plus coffee bar and catering events. Action station menus changed daily to entice cliental.Outside Auditor conducted monthly health inspections and consistently scored the highest campus wide.Implemented HACCP plan with temperature and time logs, production logs, recipe specs, waste sheets, cost of goods analysis and weekly inventory.Specialized in Southeast Asian and Latin cuisine in addition to being famous campus wide for soup.

Oct 2008 - May 2009

Executive Chef Consultant

Briarwood Country Club

Managed staff of 20 at 1,000 member full service private club in retirement community including a 18 hole golf course, pool, tennis, banquets, and full service restaurant while they underwent Executive Chef Search. Food and beverage sales were $1.8 million with 40% food cost.Analyzed and improved sanitation systems including HACCP resulting in significantly favorable compliance with local health department.Streamlined order process, created accurate inventory resulting in a reduction of product purchased and significant reduction in waste. Institute par levels.Oversaw daily operations for multiple dining and banquet outlets in addition to holiday meal service, wine dinners, member golf tournaments and weddings.

Dec 2007 - May 2008

Executive Chef

Mesa Country Club

Managed 15 employees at 525 member full service private club including 18 hole golf course, pool, tennis, two snack shops, banquets, and full service restaurant.Upgraded restaurant and banquet menus increasing sales by 30%. Food and beverage sales were $1.5 million. Shrank food cost from 45% average to 35%. Performed 4% under budget pertaining to labor and operating costs.Standardized menus with recipes, food cost of items and photos for consistency.Implemented modified HACCP plan to improve sanitation and food safety.All meat and fish fabricated on site as well as soups, sauces and stocks.Special events include monthly family nights, holiday meal service, wine tasting, chef cooking demos, weddings and member guest golf tournaments.

Dec 2004 - Nov 2007

Chef Tournant

Phoenix Country Club

Worked at prestigious 1,500 member private club. Assisted in the Banquet department serving up to 700 person functions.Cut all meat and fish, preparation of sauces and appetizers, other work as needed.Worked broiler as part of a two person team feeding up to 250 people for a la carte cook out featuring Prime and Kobe Beef.

Jul 2003 - Dec 2004

Executive Chef

Managed a staff of fifteen at 600 member exclusive faculty and alumni club located on ASU campus. Oversee two daily restaurants and banquet facilities in addition to extensive off site catering.Food and beverage sales were $650 thousand with 42% budgeted food cost. Food, labor and controllable expense budget met.Identified and decreased food cost 8% by altering purchasing patterns.Implemented recipe specs for consistency and accurate costing. Coordinated logistics needs with Sun Devil Stadium Executive Chef for NFL Cardinals, and ASU Sun Devils home games to include overseeing Suite Service for two Fiesta Bowls and game day events as needed.

Aug 2001 - Jul 2003
5 education records

Will Sheats, Cec education

Bachelor Of Science, Culinary Food Service Management

Activities and Societies: Executive Summary Team Leader on Final Project in Beverage Operations Management class. Team Leader.

High School, General Studies

Santa Monica High School

High School, General Studies

Northfield Mount Hermon
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What company does Will Sheats, Cec work for?

Will Sheats, Cec works for Gringo Loco Taco.

What is Will Sheats, Cec's role at Gringo Loco Taco?

Will Sheats, Cec is listed as Chef and Owner at Gringo Loco Taco.

Where is Will Sheats, Cec based?

Will Sheats, Cec is based in Columbus, Ohio, United States while working with Gringo Loco Taco.

What companies has Will Sheats, Cec worked for?

Will Sheats, Cec has worked for Gringo Loco Taco, American Culinary Federation (Acf), Aramark, Restaurant Associates, and Briarwood Country Club.

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What schools did Will Sheats, Cec attend?

Will Sheats, Cec holds Bachelor Of Science, Culinary Food Service Management from Johnson And Wales University.

What skills is Will Sheats, Cec known for?

Will Sheats, Cec is listed with skills including Menu Development, Banquets, Cuisine, Culinary Skills, Catering, Recipes, Sanitation, and Cooking.

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