Joseph Bartlett Email & Phone Number

Joseph M. Bartlett‪Coventry, CT 06238  |  jbart12345@sbcglobal.net  |  860.416.6242  |  LinkedIn‬Exceptionally creative culinary expert with more than 24 years’ experience which 15 years of success contributing to stellar reputations of upscale private clubs and renowned restaurants. Skillfully prepare various and distinctive appetizers, soups, entrées, a la carte dishes, sauces, and desserts. Proficient in numerous cooking techniques and cuisines, implementing locally sourced ingredients and modern techniques, complemented by a commitment to producing creative and appetizing menus. Solid record leading, training, developing, and fostering dedicated teams focused on quality, presentation, cost containment, and safety. Exquisitely well-tuned palate.  Proven expertise in:●     Creative Menu Development●     Specialty Cuisine and Presentation●     Banquets and Catering●     Purchasing and Inventory Control ●     Special / High-profile Event Planning●     Cost Containment and Reduction●     Food and Kitchen Safety●     Staff Leadership and Training PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCEProfessional Sports Catering-Hartford, CTDunkin Donuts Park- Hartford Yard GoatsExecutive Chef 2018-presentWampanoag Country Club – West Hartford, CTExecutive Chef, 2011 to 2018Manage eight to fifteen kitchen staff and facilities that included 120 seat ala carte dinning, a formal ballroom with seating for up to 250 and banquet rooms accommodating groups up to 50. Planned and supervise preparation of entrées, specialty dishes, and desserts for ala carte dinning, banquets, weddings, and dinners; oversee productivity, monitor portion size, and ensure quality presentation. Create unique menu items and standardize innovative production recipes to maintain consistent cuisine and guest satisfaction. Develop and implement policies and procedures for smooth operations and food safety. Ensure optimal equipment maintenance and sanitation of kitchen facilities. Manage inventory

Listed skills include Resorts, Hotel Management, Banquets, Menu Engineering, and 6 others.

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  Central Connecticut State University

  Sociology