- Featured in:
-
High Quality
The best examples from thousands of real-world resumes
Expert Approved
Handpicked by resume experts based on rigorous standards
Diverse Examples
Tailored for various backgrounds and experience levels
Assistant Chef Resume Samples
No results found
Candidate Info
years in workforce
months at this job
Food Service Administration
Business Administration And Hospitality Management
Assistant Chef
Promote a positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.
- Lead and direct team members on effective methods, operations and procedures.
- Prepared for and executed new menu implementations.
- Quickly identified problem situations and skillfully resolved incidents to the satisfaction of involved parties.
- Supervised both Front/Back of the House during times a Manager wasn't present.
- Trained new employees on all Food Service operations.
- Followed HACCP standards, Servsafe Certified.
Candidate Info
years in workforce
months at this job
Aviation Maintenance
Assistant Chef
Qualifying Certificate in Food Protection, awarded September 2009
- Assisted the head chef with the daily preparation of food and baked pastries.
- Restocked merchandises on the sales floor and maintained an accurate catalog of storewide inventory.
- Served as a conduit to managers, shift supervisor, chef and cashiers to ensure that foods are preserved, prepared, and served according to the state's department of health standard.
- Ensured that the work site environment is clean and free of food bourne illness and vermin.
Candidate Info
years in workforce
years at this job
High School Diploma
Criminal Justice
Assistant Chef
Trained new employees on policies, procedures, and conflict resolution strategies
- Collaborated with 5 other individuals on a team to deliver great customer service
- Addressed dissatisfied patrons
- Improved business processes by streamlining processes
Candidate Info
years in workforce
years at this job
History / Pre-law
Assistant Chef/student Cook
Worked with 7 culinary professionals, while teaching and training other students on culinary skills and food etiquette
- Supported sales representatives with opening new accounts and upgrading existing service.
- Quickly and effectively solved customer challenges and concerns
- Maintained quality control and satisfaction records
- Performed cooking presentations for students and staff
Candidate Info
years in workforce
year at this job
Hotel And Restaurant Management
Culinary Art And Science Preparation
Business Communication
Assistant Chef- Garde Manger
Maintained daily operations while working with the Garde Manger Chef, Garde Manger Sous Chef, and fellow assistant chefs.
- Trained team members to uphold the high expectations and standards of the MGM resorts.
- Assisted with operations of the Mandalay Bay conventions and banquets, specifically with all Garde Manger Kitchen specialty cold food.
- Supervised the outlet production of Stratton Warren cost-transferred items from the Garde Manger Kitchen and maintained the recipes, quality, presentations, and yields.
- Controlled food costs to meet MGM resorts standards and satisfaction while maintaining the highest food quality possible.
Candidate Info
years in workforce
years at this job
Associate of Applied Science
Assistant Chef
Prepared menu items in a timely manner.
- Followed food handling procedures as per CDC and FDA guiding principles.
- Assisted in washing of dishes, silverware and glassware.
- Answered guests' questions regarding menu and recipes.
- Reviewed inventory and ordered supplies. Created and prepared daily specials. Performed all other assigned duties as directed by Chef.
Candidate Info
years in workforce
years at this job
Food Handling & Preparation
Assistant Chef
- Performed daily inspection of materials to prevent expiration of goods.
- Established a loss prevention matrix to better account for the receipt of goods.
- Provided an average of 4 percent cost savings to the company by negotiating lower rates from the suppliers by eliminating sole source suppliers and working with multiple vendors.
- Established positive work relations with our vendors to ensure prompt delivery of goods ordered.
Candidate Info
years in workforce
years at this job
Assistant Chef
Worked as assistant to Executive Chef Dan Palmer in a facility open from 7:00AM to 3:00AM. Duties included ala carte preparation for breakfast, lunch, dinner and banquets.
- Responsible for all dairy, produce ordering and overseeing all stock preparation, and scheduling all hot line crew for the 3.1 dollar per year operation.
- Significantly increased food sales.
- Lowered kitchen direct labor costs.
- Significantly decreased employee turnover
Candidate Info
years in workforce
years at this job
Business Administration
Finance
Assistant Chef
Coordinated kitchen operations in order to effectively serve busy lunchtime crowd
- Planned, designed, and executed lunch menu
- Organized and prepared fine dining and catering meals
- Selected and ordered quality products
Candidate Info
years in workforce
years at this job
High School Diploma
Assistant Chef
Responsible for coordinating and scheduling breading room, prep crew, dinner line cooks, and the dishwashing staffs.
- Designed all dinner specials, bar menus, all new unique menu items, and designed new sauté station and sauté menu.
- Managed inventory and food costs.
- Filled in for any position needed from prepping the kitchen to assisting the line cooks.
- Prepared all soups, sauces, and dinner portioning.
Candidate Info
years in workforce
years at this job
High School Diploma
Assistant Chef
Prepared breakfast and lunch menu items according to customer specifications
- Prepped all food items needed to prepared menu items
- Completed inventory on all kitchen supplies and perishables, created order lists
- Unloaded kitchen items from delivery truck and stocked in respective kitchen areas
Candidate Info
years in workforce
years at this job
Culinary
Specialized
Assistant Chef
Direct responsibility for two back-of-house employees. Trained and supervised the dishwasher and janitorial team.
- Improved customer satisfaction by planning successful local community events (Nick Wallenda Viewing Event-Italian Bistro Theme) Assisted the Executive chef with creation and implementation of all menu items and special event plans.
- Monitored and controlled labor and food costs and negotiated favorable prices from vendors to support profitable operations.
- Organized and directed arrangements for private banquets with up to 300 guests, ensuring efficient setup, accurate menu billing, and created a positive work environment and a pleasant dining experience to patrons.
Candidate Info
year in workforce
year at this job
Culinary Arts Program
Assistant Chef
Specialized in Latin food to include appetizers, main course, and dessert platters.
- Assisted with catering for private events of up to 250 people.
- Maintained proper food safety standards in food preparation.
- Kept inventory of food and additional merchandise.
Candidate Info
years in workforce
years at this job
High School Diploma
Assistant Chef
Prepared and presented daily menus including a variety of entrees from Italian to American cuisine
- Supervised and delegated assignments to twenty-three employees
- Responsible for open/close of restaurant as well as labor and food cost control, kitchen sanitation and expediting coffee shop line
- Prepared all required daily paper work to be submitted to Executive Chef
Candidate Info
years in workforce
years at this job
Assistant Chef
Assistant Chef for restaurant serving Italian, French, and Southern cuisine, producing $1.4 million in revenues.
- Train, and direct two cooks
- Conducted Inventory, which assures quality control and minimizes waste.
- Edited menu to be use in the Fall Season.
Candidate Info
years in workforce
months at this job
Hospitality Management
Assistant Chef
Assisted with the care of the area's homeless citizens.
- Managed the schedule of activities for the center.
- Provided encouragement and motivational speeches to the homeless citizens.
- Assisted the head chef in preparing the daily meals for the homeless citizens.
Candidate Info
years in workforce
years at this job
Business Management
Liberal Arts
Assistant Chef
Prepare meals for customers in efficient, timely manner.
- Provide assistance in handling different food production sections including menus, recipes, cooking, plating and staff.
- Ensured all procedures related to health, safety and hygiene are maintained throughout kitchen area.
- Supervised routine kitchen operations and reported directly to Executive Chef.
Candidate Info
years in workforce
years at this job
High School Diploma
Liberal Arts
Assistant Chef
Provide assistance for storing and disposing food items every 4 hours.
- Precook food items for large catering events for up to 50 people.
- Provided assistant to help ensure that all food items were fully cooked
- Conducted inventory of all supplies and materials on a daily basis
- Familiar with safety and sanitation practices
- Demonstrate strong knowledge for culinary utensils and kitchen supplies
- Able to work in a fast-paced work environment
- Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills to ensure all job functions are completed in a timely manner
Candidate Info
years in workforce
year at this job
High School Diploma
Culinary Arts Course
Culinary Arts Trainee/assistant Chef
Demonstrated working knowledge of OSHA standards/precautions for industrial kitchens
- Identified cuts/grades of meats used for meal planning, preparation and cooking.
- Read/followed recipes to specification
- Baked, roasted, broiled and steamed meats, fish, vegetables and other foods
- Demonstrated the use, care and cleaning of all professional kitchen equipment
- Cleaned, stocked and restocked work stations
- Served 150 - 300 people on monthly basis through catered events on/off campus
- Helped staff make meals for the students on campus during lunch and dinner times
Candidate Info
years in workforce
years at this job
High School Diploma
Assistant Chef
Prepared breakfast and lunch menu items according to customer specifications
- Prepped all food items needed to prepared menu items
- Completed inventory on all kitchen supplies and perishables, created order lists
- Unloaded kitchen items from delivery truck and stocked in respective kitchen areas
- Helped head teacher in conducting educational activities for children
- Created lesson plans that were used to teach children basic levels of reading and numbers
- Created games encouraging children to learn self grooming skills
- Supervised children during play time to ensure security and avoid liabilities
Candidate Info
years in workforce
years at this job
High School Diploma
Assistant Chef
Prepared breakfast and lunch menu items according to customer specifications
- Prepped all food items needed to prepared menu items
- Completed inventory on all kitchen supplies and perishables, created order lists
- Unloaded kitchen items from delivery truck and stocked in respective kitchen areas
- Helped head teacher in conducting educational activities for children
- Created lesson plans that were used to teach children basic levels of reading and numbers
- Created games encouraging children to learn self grooming skills
- Supervised children during play time to ensure security and avoid liabilities
Candidate Info
years in workforce
months at this job
Associate of Applied Science
Hospitality Management
Hospitality Management B
Assistant Chef
Supervise kitchen personnel and equipment to insure proper sanitation.
- Assist the kitchen manager and the restaurant manager in ensuring smooth coordination between the kitchen and restaurant activities.
- Make certain food is prepared and served to the customers in right quantity, of right quality and within the prescribed time limit.
- Ensure high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen area.
- Plan the special menu for occasion like New Year, Christmas and other party events. Get the menu approved from the head chef.
- Perform the food handling procedures as per the procedures prescribed by the Center for Disease Control and Food and Drug Administration.
Candidate Info
years in workforce
years at this job
Culinary Arts And Restaurant Management
Assistant Chef
Managed Pre and post meal meetings
- Aided in counting and storage of inventory (produce, proteins, and dry storage)
- Helped manage and facilitate temperature spreadsheets, sanitation logs, and deep cleaning records
- Inspired unique menu creations and event
- Conducted menu chats and food demonstrations
- Prepped food and serviced the line
- Helped raise resident satisfaction from 37% (when I first got there) to 70%
Candidate Info
months in workforce
months at this job
Assistant Chef Instructor
Instructed students in quantity food production.
- Assisted in production of 1800 meals per day.
- Demonstrated proper culinary skills to a vast array of international students.
- Prepared menus according to classical recipes.
- Assist in development of complete food budget.
Candidate Info
years in workforce
years at this job
High School Diploma
Supply Chain Management
Assistant Chef
Organized work assignments, scheduling, managed staff
- Supervised food prep, food service and customer services
- Performed weekly inventory
- Ordered supplies to maintain adequate inventory
- Collaborated with suppliers to ensure accurate and prompt delivery
Candidate Info
years in workforce
years at this job
Assistant Chef
- Worked as a chef on a catering truck making food for A-list clients for the film and T.V. industry.
- Marketed for OTS by promoting our services to production managers for new hires.
- Ordered and Maintained stock for daily consumption on catering trucks.
- Organized daily clerical data for head chef while assisting with other daily pertinent duties.
Candidate Info
years in workforce
years at this job
High School Diploma
Assistant Chef
Supervise and participate in the skilled cooking and preparation of a wide variety of food.
- Estimate food needs, review inventory to assure that adequate supplies are available.
- Coordinate food service activities to have meals prepared at scheduled time.
- Train, instruct and supervise employees in cooking, food preparation and food handling techniques.
- Package and freeze samples of all served food to comply with health regulations.
- Assist in evaluating new recipes and products.
- Responsible for many aspects of troubleshooting
- And repair of wide range issues, such as electrical
- Plumbing, pumps, a/c unit & more.
Candidate Info
years in workforce
years at this job
Assistant Chef
Review production schedule to determine quantity of food needed for the day
- Deep knowledge of methods and materials needed for mass quantity
- Kept log for inventory and ordering correctly
- Created a variety of dishes which boosted sales by 30% over 2 years
- Catered special events as required
Candidate Info
years in workforce
years at this job
Assistant Chef
Assists with maintaining the profitability of the Culinary Program, controlling expenses and meeting revenue goals. To date I am the top revenue generating chef.
- Chef Instructor-teach 6-7 classes per week
- Plan, implement classes; menu ingredient ordering and preparation
- Minimal supervision and scheduling of culinary staff
- Received numerous accolades from customers on classes I have taught
Candidate Info
years in workforce
months at this job
Culinary Arts
Assistant Chef
Catering large events
- Coordinates food service activities to have meals prepared at scheduled time.
- Supervises storage and use leftover foods and uncooked product.
- Participates in the cleaning of kitchen.
Candidate Info
years in workforce
year at this job
Associate of Applied Science
Assistant Chef
Standardized Recipes for Banquet Protein Production
- Designed new Buffet and VIP Menu Items
- Worked with Executive Chefs to implement new company wide menu changes
- Implemented all ServSafe standards to all employees under me.
Candidate Info
years in workforce
years at this job
Certificate
Hospitality & Management
Hospitality & Management
Assistant Chef
Cooked for menu of student body at private school of 150+ students on a daily basis.
- An effective communicator to monitor actions of employees to ensure proper health and safety standards are maintained.
- Highly proficient to supervise and train employees to include organizing, prioritizing and scheduling work assignments to maximize kitchen productivity and staff performance.
- Ensured kitchen areas are consistently clean: ranges, cooler, freezer, mixer, slicer, floor, pots and pans and dining hall.
Candidate Info
months in workforce
months at this job
Business / Marketing / Catering
Assistant Chef
Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Verified proper portion sizes and consistently attained high food quality standards.
- Regularly interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
- Properly labeled and stored all raw food ingredients including produce, meat, fish, poultry, dairy and dry goods in the appropriate storage room, walk-in refrigerator, freezer or cooler.
- Positively engaged with customers, offering menu information, providing suggestions and showing genuine appreciation for their business.
- Practiced safe food handling procedures at all times.
- Promptly reported any maintenance and repair issues to Executive Chef
Candidate Info
years in workforce
years at this job
Applied Science
Marketing And Human Resources Management
Assistant Chef
Selected to run, prepare and organize restaurant produce and stations. Also supervise and assist employees on a daily basis. Some of the main duties include organize and execute special event, delegate tasks to employees on events and on a daily basis. And report to Chef de Cuisine.
- Organize, assist and execute in the planning of special events
- Maintain daily inventory of produce, condiments, dry goods used in restaurant and café
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Assist in the creation of seasonal menus for the restaurant
- Supervise and assist employees in daily work tasks
Candidate Info
years in workforce
months at this job
Visual Arts
Studio Art
Assistant Chef
- Responsible for desserts, appetizers, and salads
- Created daily and weekly dessert specials and appetizer specials
- Collaborated in the creation of new menus and menus for large-scale functions including weddings, receptions, and local fund-raising and charity events
- Responsible for conceptualization, preparation and execution of daily specials
- Assistance in creation of new menu, February 2012
- Scheduling responsibilities, inventory and food-cost regulation
Candidate Info
years in workforce
years at this job
Business Management
Office Administration / Secretarial Program
Assistant Chef / Server
- Shopped and prepared meals, sandwiches, and desserts for meal service and all events
- Set up, served, and cleaned at events and cooking classes as required
- Maintained clean work areas, utensils, and equipment at kitchen and at all events
- Discussed menus and setup with customers
Candidate Info
years in workforce
years at this job
Journalism And Mass Communication
Assistant Chef
Responsible for buying, transporting, preparing, and serving two meals daily for as many as 1,200 people.
- Sustain an energetic, friendly, and professional attitude while working long hours under stress.
- Orchestrate a team that spreads from kitchen staff, service crew, to dishwashers.
- Adapt to customers and environmental changes.
- Act as liaison between assistant directors and our staff.
- Develop and execute plans to serve new meals in new locations every day.
- Prioritize high volume of tasks in the always changing and fast-paced world of a movie set.
- Maintain a fleet of three kitchen trucks and two support vehicles.
- Exceed expectations to generate a solid reputation among crew members and production departments.
- Consistently generate new business through sourcing and building relationships.
- Recent Films: Transformers 3, New Years Eve, The Dictator, Batman: Dark Knight Rises, Inside Llewyn Davis,
Candidate Info
years in workforce
year at this job
Assistant Chef
Prepare and serve meals to clientele
- Assist in agenda preparation
- Keep a healthy, clean, and safe eating environment
- Ensure the cleanliness of all rooms bathroom and kitchen included
- Perform laundry duties such as washing, drying, ironing, steaming and folding
- Usage and proper storage of all chemical and cleaning supplies
Candidate Info
years in workforce
year at this job
Assistant Chef
Prepare and serve meals to clientele
- Assist in agenda preparation
- Keep a healthy, clean, and safe eating environment
- Ensure the cleanliness of all rooms bathroom and kitchen included
- Perform laundry duties such as washing, drying, ironing, steaming and folding
- Usage and proper storage of all chemical and cleaning supplies
Candidate Info
years in workforce
years at this job
Applied Science
Assistant Chef
Organized store room and fridges on daily bases
- Assisted Managers with Expediting on busier days
- Developed new items for pastry specials and daily specials
- Train new employees or interns
Candidate Info
years in workforce
year at this job
Assistant Chef
In charge of preparation of a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, starches and other food items for cooking
- Serve customers in a high volume setting for breakfast and lunch shifts
- Assist Executive Chef with ideas to increase revenue for corporation
- Perform basic food preparation tasks under Executive Chef's direction, such as sautéing, cooking, baking, and roasting
- Cook orders in a timely manner according to memorized standard recipes. Maintain inventory of station and order stock
- Monitor food production to ensure that quality standards are met; maintains all hot and cold prepared food at proper temperatures
- Possess considerable knowledge in food preparation, presentation and portion control
- Assist Executive Chef with catering accounts
Candidate Info
years in workforce
years at this job
Assistant Chef
Worked directly with Chef, completing tasks assigned per production sheets or verbal daily assignments.
- Assured food production areas and equipment were in good condition, properly sanitized and free of safety hazards.
- Worked as a relief cook and dietary aid as needed.
- Maintained an inventory of all food and related supplies.
Candidate Info
years in workforce
years at this job
Assistant Chef / Prep Cook
Staring up Test Kitchen first thing in the morning.
- Making sure all utilize are clean and ready to us.
- Keeping work area and station clean and organized at all times of the day
- Helped chefs with modification and finishing recipes along with samples recipes
- Making sure all samples have the right yield, date, labels, and are benign cool and bagged properly.
Candidate Info
years in workforce
years at this job
Assistant Chef
- Performed duties of Chef
- Performed duties of Vegetable Cook
- Performed baking, salad preparation, and opening and closing duties.
- Performed many on-site and off-site catering functions
- Coordinated with other team members on inventory to handle 8,000-10,000 guest per week
Candidate Info
years in workforce
years at this job
Chemistry
Assistant Chef
- Resolve conflicts, train members, and collaboratively work on a 3-person team
- Organize, improvise, and meet strict 4-hour deadlines to successfully complete projects
- Execute, motivate, and assertively take initiative on projects to support the team leader
- Assess and master challenging new skills on a weekly basis
Candidate Info
years in workforce
years at this job
Classic Culinary Arts
Assistant Chef
Assist in the preparation of a wide variety of foods for retail and catered events
- Assist head chef with tracking inventory
- Assist chef with ordering of supplies and ingredients
- Cater and serve several private parties ranging from 25 to 100 + guests
Candidate Info
years in workforce
years at this job
Theatre Performance
Music And Theatre Performance
Assistant Chef
Preparing a variety of dishes for guests with speed, efficiency and careful attention to presentation and guest modifications
- Preparing various meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other prepared food items for cooking in ovens, sauté burners, flat top, grills, fryers and a variety of other kitchen equipment
- Adhering to health and safety standards at all times
- Performing other duties in the areas of food and final plate preparation including plating and garnishing
- Completing daily food prep based on current and past sales trends and current inventory needs
- Portioning food products prior to cooking based on established portion sizes and recipe specifications
- Assisting Head Chef and Kitchen Manager control food cost by strict adherence to recipes and portion sizes
- Maintaining clean and sanitary work stations including prep tables, grills, fryers, oven, sauté burners, flat top, convection oven, steam tables, soup well, slicers, knives and other utensils and refrigeration equipment
- Stocking and maintaining sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period
- Closing the kitchen safely and thoroughly by following the closing checklist for all kitchen stations and surfaces
Candidate Info
years in workforce
years at this job
English Language And Literature
Volunteer Line Captain and Assistant Chef
Head server for a weekly meal outreach program targeting homeless and underprivileged members of the community.
- Lead a team of five people, serving an average of 100 people per meal.
- Greet patrons and help them feel safe and welcome in the dinner environment.
- Assist in the kitchen as needed.
Candidate Info
years in workforce
years at this job
Culinary Arts
Assistant Chef
- Manage a kitchen staff of twelve in a fine dining restaurant, with average nightly covers of 175.
- Oversee all aspects of morning preparation and evening dinner service.
- Manage food and labor costs.
- Daily inventory, purchasing, and receiving.
- Butchering of meat and fish.
Candidate Info
years in workforce
months at this job
Assistant Chef
Commitment to improving kitchen sanitation lead to promotion from dishwasher to assistant chef
- Enhancing customer service by implementing a variety of requested cuisine options
- Resolving high stress kitchen situations in a fast-paced work environment
- Mentor and train supporting kitchen staff
Assistant Chef Resume Success Stories
