Daniel Barney
Charleston
Summary
Accomplished Chef Manager with a proven track record at Salthouse Catering, enhancing food quality and kitchen efficiency. Expert in culinary expertise and kitchen management, I excel in mentoring staff and optimizing food presentation. My leadership significantly improved service quality and operational standards, demonstrating a strong blend of technical skills and team development. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Organized Dining Room Attendant offering [Number] years of demonstrated success in food service environments. Highly skilled in providing excellent guest service and catering to seating preferences and special requests to foster customer satisfaction. Enthusiastic and personable with strong foundation of service industry expertise.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef Manager
Salthouse Catering
08.2021 - Current
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Implemented strict adherence to food safety regulations, ensuring the consistent delivery of safe and delicious meals.
- Kept kitchen staff in compliance with safety and food regulations to reduce opportunities for illness or accidents.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Mentored junior chefs and provided guidance in culinary techniques, fostering a supportive team environment.
- Instituted positive kitchen atmosphere for staffers through effective communication, consistent training and skill development.
- Optimized food presentation techniques for visually appealing plates that enhanced the overall dining experience.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen and dining area, improving overall service quality.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
Surf Instructor
Shaka Surf School
07.2021 - 08.2023
- Developed strong partnerships with local businesses to create mutually beneficial promotional opportunities and cross-marketing efforts.
- Facilitated beach cleanups and stewarded environmental awareness among students as part of responsible surfing initiatives.
- Enforced strict policies for safety in and out of water.
- Monitored changing weather and ocean conditions with potential to impact surf activities.
- Informed guests of good ocean practices and surf etiquette.
- Empowered guests and built confidence by training on techniques and praising good performance.
- Evaluated student performance regularly through observation and constructive feedback sessions, fostering continuous improvement in their surfing abilities.
- Led pre-surf stretching routines designed to prevent injuries during lessons or practice sessions effectively.
Food Runner/Expo Host
Snapper Jacks
06.2019 - 08.2023
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and professionally during peak hours or unexpected rushes at the restaurant.
- Maintained speed of service for food orders while minimizing errors and complaints.
- Delivered correct food items to tables according to order documentation.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritizing duties effectively for maximum productivity.
- Greeted customers and provided outstanding customer service.
- Collaborated with the kitchen staff to ensure accuracy of orders, minimizing order errors and complaints.
- Assisted with bussing tables and cleaning up spills.
Education
High School Diploma -
James Island Charter Highschool
James Islamd06.2022
Skills
- Food Safety
- Culinary expertise
- Nutritional knowledge
- Kitchen Management
- Food spoilage prevention
- Cooking skills
- Training and mentoring
- Food presentation
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Event Planning
- Kitchen Staff Management
- Food Preparing, Plating, and Presentation
- BOH Operations
Soccer
I played all throughout middle school and highschool.
Timeline
Chef Manager
Salthouse Catering
08.2021 - Current
Surf Instructor
Shaka Surf School
07.2021 - 08.2023
Food Runner/Expo Host
Snapper Jacks
06.2019 - 08.2023
High School Diploma -
James Island Charter Highschool
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