Executive Chef
Current
May 2024 - Present
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Michael Learned Email & Phone Number
Executive Chef at Schooners
at
Picnic Basket Catering Collective
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@roberthallwinery.com
4 phones found area 816, 805, and 210
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Role
Executive Chef at Schooners
Location
Paso Robles, California, United States
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Michael Learned is listed as Executive Chef at Schooners at Picnic Basket Catering Collective, based in Paso Robles, California, United States. AeroLeads shows a work email signal at roberthallwinery.com, phone signal with area code 816, 805, 210, and a matched LinkedIn profile for Michael Learned.
Michael Learned previously worked as Executive Chef at Picnic Basket Catering Collective and Executive Chef at Backyard On 13Th. Michael Learned holds Bachelor'S Degree, Bachelor Of Arts In Hotel & Restaurant Management, Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Management, High Honors from Le Cordon Bleu College Of Culinary Arts, Scottsdale, Az.
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About Michael Learned
Dedicated hospitality professional with over 20 years experience in the restaurant industry. Highly knowledgeable in fine dining, resort, casual, catering and high volume dining. Most recently held General Manager, Executive Chef or Manager Roles.PROFESSIONAL PROFILE• Earned Bachelor’s Degree in Culinary Management from Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts; Graduated with Honors • Successfully Opens and Manages Restaurants from Planning through Grand Opening; Ensuring Cost Reduction within 3 to 4 Months of Operation • Active Chef Volunteer in Local Culinary Events including Menu Planning, Site Development and Staff Management• Proven Performance in Increasing Sales as well as Reduction of Labor and Food Cost SKILLS SUMMARY• Exceptional & Dependable Work Ethic • Strong Attention to Detail• Excellent Leadership Skills• Strong Computer Skills (Excel, Microsoft Office/Word, Email, Social Media)• Highly Capable in Set-Up, Training and Use of POS Systems• Experienced in Catering & Event Planning• Proficient with P&L Financials• Skilled in Innovative & Cost Effective Menu Creation• Adept in Staff Development, Training and Scheduling• Proficient in Meat Fabrication• Serve Safe Certified – Renewed in 2014
Listed skills include Catering, Culinary Management, Food, Culinary Skills, and 21 others.
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12 roles
Michael Learned work experience
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Executive Chef
Backyard On 13Th
Jun 2023 - May 2024
Executive Chef
Dec 2020 - Jun 2023
Executive Chef
Feb 2020 - Apr 2021
Executive Chef
Feb 2018 - Feb 2020
Executive Chef
Feb 2018 - Feb 2020
Chef De Cuisine & Pastry Chef
Estrella Restaurant
- Assisted in Opening New Restaurant
- In Charge of Daily Kitchen Operations, Cost Control, Inventory, Ordering, Kitchen Staff Training, Running Multiple Stations, Creating Daily Lunch, Dinner & Dessert Specials
- Creates Rotating Dessert Menu; Executes all Dessert Baking on Daily and Weekly Basis
- Leads Front of House Food Education & Training Program
- Responsible for Initiating and Executing a Successful Monthly Beer Dinner Event
- Manages Beer Dinner Menu/Pairing Creation & Brewery Relations
Dec 2011 - Dec 2017
Corporate Chef De Cuisine, General Manager, Restaurant Consultant
Kansas City Power And Light Concepts
- Planned, Opened and Set Up Operations for 7 Restaurants and 5 Bars
- Trained Opening Staff, Monitored Chef’s and Kitchen Managers to Ensure Training Schedules and Skills were being Implemented Properly
- Ordered, Planned and Purchased Small Wares and other Preopening Items with Budget Ranging from $12,000 - $50,000
- Designed and Created Menus
- Successfully Aligned Costs within 3 months of Grand Opening
Sep 2008 - May 2009
Chef, Restaurant Manager
Buster’S Bar And Grill
- Reworked the Menu and Facilities in Order to Improve Sales
- Improved Sales Volume by 20% over a 6 month Period
- Updated and Changed Menu by Adding Seasonal Options
Sep 2006 - Nov 2008
Kitchen Manager, Restaurant Manager
Old Spaghetti Factory
- Started as Kitchen Manager and was Promoted within 8 months to Restaurant Manager Overseeing 3 Kitchens while Averaging 500 – 700 Covers Nightly
- Increased Kitchen Production and Profitability, Lowered Food and Labor Cost by 5% within 3-4 months
- Updated and Changed Menu by Adding Seasonal Options
Oct 2005 - Sep 2006
Sous Chef
Lodge Restaurant Of Castle Hills
- Dinner Service for this 4 Star Fine Dining Kitchen Averaged 90 – 150 Covers Nightly
- Managed a Kitchen Staff of 4 while Responsible for Purchasing, Ordering, Scheduling, Running Shifts and Food Costing
- Invited to act as Sous Chef with Executive Chef, Preparing Food for James Beard House Honorary Event
Mar 2004 - Oct 2005
General Manager
Mr. Goodcents
- Maintained as the Number 1 Location in Sales for 2 years out of 100 Locations
- Controlled Food and Labor Costs to Budget or Under Budget
- Oversaw Test Kitchen/Location for Menu and Facility Changes
Oct 1999 - Oct 2002
2 education records
Michael Learned education
Bachelor'S Degree, Bachelor Of Arts In Hotel & Restaurant Management, Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Management, High Honors
Le Cordon Bleu College Of Culinary Arts, Scottsdale, Az
Associate'S Degree, Associate Of Occupational Studies Degree In Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts, Graduated With Honors, May 2003
California Culinary Academy, San Francisco, Ca
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What company does Michael Learned work for?
Michael Learned works for Picnic Basket Catering Collective.
What is Michael Learned's role at Picnic Basket Catering Collective?
Michael Learned is listed as Executive Chef at Schooners at Picnic Basket Catering Collective.
What is Michael Learned's email address?
AeroLeads has found 1 work email signal at @roberthallwinery.com for Michael Learned at Picnic Basket Catering Collective.
What is Michael Learned's phone number?
AeroLeads has found 4 phone signal(s) with area code 816, 805, 210 for Michael Learned at Picnic Basket Catering Collective.
Where is Michael Learned based?
Michael Learned is based in Paso Robles, California, United States while working with Picnic Basket Catering Collective.
What companies has Michael Learned worked for?
Michael Learned has worked for Picnic Basket Catering Collective, Backyard On 13Th, Robert Hall Winery, Schooners, and Cass Winery.
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What schools did Michael Learned attend?
Michael Learned holds Bachelor'S Degree, Bachelor Of Arts In Hotel & Restaurant Management, Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Management, High Honors from Le Cordon Bleu College Of Culinary Arts, Scottsdale, Az.
What skills is Michael Learned known for?
Michael Learned is listed with skills including Catering, Culinary Management, Food, Culinary Skills, Butchery, Personal Chef Services, Project Management, and Culinary Education.
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