With over 15 years of progressive experience within respected culinary organizations, the variety of roles, endeavors, and environments in which I have worked has allowed me to hone a strong skillset, all while establishing myself as a high-performing professional. Leveraging excellent analytical skills and a keen attention to detail, I excel at managing stock, ordering, and accounts payable/receivable in an efficient manner, ensuring product availability at minimal cost.My extensive background as a Chef and as an Instructor has also helped me refine my knowledge of culinary best practices, which I transfer to customers, students, and team members with a contagious passion. A flexible collaborator, I take pride in tackling challenges with a can-do attitude, communicating effectively with various stakeholders to remain abreast of their needs, and leveraging excellent adaptive skills to thrive in fast-paced environments. Following are a few of my career highlights: Purchased products for two major departments, overseeing responsibilities which were previously assumed by two employees. Managed relations and communicated weekly with over 50 vendors, leveraging various systems for efficiency. Assessed historic data and projections to revamp purchasing patterns based on seasonal changes and events. Directed, guided, and inspired staff to achieve and uphold high standards of speed and quality. My core competencies include: Menu Design, Development, & TestingCulinary Courses Design & DeliverySourcing & Procurement Purchase Order Entry Demand Planning & AnalysisSupplier Quotation Review Product Receiving Invoice ApprovalContinuous Learning & Improvement Inventory Management Mentoring, Education, & Public SpeakingLet’s connect to discuss how I can help your organization achieve its objectives!