Nicholas Wimer Email & Phone Number

20 S Orange Ave Orlando Fl 32801

Originally hired to fill the role of Sous Chef for their latest concept "Dapper Duck" and noticing my leadership potential throughout the successful opening of "Dapper Duck" I was asked to step into the role of Exec Chef for their flagship concept "The Downtown PourHouse"As Executive Chef in my first 30 days I successfully reduced food cost by 18%; increased productivity by 35-40% while maintaining staffing levels that adequately supported the business needs. Worked with the proprietors to develop an update menu from costing, design and food items. Since it's implementation in October of 2016 sales have increased 12% with 3 of the 9 new offerings constantly among the top 5 guest favorites. Scheduling, Menu Development, Profit and Loss reporting, Ordering, Guest Relations, Employee Mentoring and So Much More

Orlando, Florida Area

Orlando, Florida Area

As the Events Director I over see all of the events we cater as well as handle the staffing and management of each event. In addition to event management is catering sales, meeting with prospective clients on a regular basis to discuss all their catering needs and bringing their events to life.As Events Director I worked to create systems of "checks & balances" for both BOH & FOH that previously did not exist. These systems are still in use today and have helped Millenia to decrease overall since it's implantation. Since my departure with Millenia I have been asked back on numerous occasions by clients and operating partners alike as their event coordinator.

My time spent working for Chef's Jessica Raia-Long and Tina Hurless provided for me a better schooling then I feel attending a credited culinary school may have. Chef Jessica provided for me a backbone to classic techniques, respect for ingredients and scientific approaches to cooking whereas Chef Tina taught me to explore my adventurous side and to embrace the styles and flavors of other cultures. Together, they taught me patience, respect for the craft and how to deliver genuine hospitality through customer service.

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General Education, General