James Lyons
Suitland
Summary
Seasoned Executive Chef with ten years of culinary experience. Maintains and handles all operations for establishment and staff. Creative Chef driving and sustaining remarkable restaurant growth by offering unparalleled customer experiences.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Chef
Nipsy's
08.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with vendors and suppliers to obtain quality recipe ingredients while adhering to company budgets.
- Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
Executive Chef
Abrams Assisted Living
03.2022 - 08.2023
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
Line Cook Supervisor
Penn Royal Station
05.2021 - 11.2022
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Monitored food inventory and supplies to prevent waste.
- Maximized team productivity by expertly delegating tasks to kitchen staff.
- Disciplined and motivated staff to achieve challenging objectives in fast-paced culinary environments.
Line Cook
Hawk 'n' Dove
01.2019 - 03.2021
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
Education
High School Diploma -
Central High School
Capitol Heights, MD06.2002
Skills
- Food spoilage prevention
- Inventory Rotation
- Plating and presentation
- Banquets and catering
- Food Safety Regulations
- Kitchen Management
- Workflow Optimization
- Purchasing management
- Cost Control
Certification
- ServSafe Certification, #219-39182 - 4/4/2022 - 4/4/27
Timeline
Head Chef
Nipsy's
08.2023 - Current
Executive Chef
Abrams Assisted Living
03.2022 - 08.2023
Line Cook Supervisor
Penn Royal Station
05.2021 - 11.2022
Line Cook
Hawk 'n' Dove
01.2019 - 03.2021
High School Diploma -
Central High School
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