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Objective Resolute and skilled Executive Chef with expertise in culinary arts, staff management, and event coordination seeking a challenge to leverage my culinary creativity, leadership, and diverse culinary training. Experience*November 2021 - Present:***Cleghorn Ventures, Annapolis, MD - Personal Executive Chef**- Educated principle and staff on nutrition.- Prepared specialized meals, accommodating keto, gluten-free, Mediterranean diets.- Hosted large galas and corporate events, demonstrating adaptability.*June 2021 - November 2021:***Barcelona Wine Bar, Washington, DC - Executive Chef**- Led and trained kitchen staff, serving as a licensed health and sanitation manager.- Efficiently managed payroll, orders, and inventory.- Implemented strategies to keep food costs below 20%.*Feb 2018 - May 2021:***Lily and the Cactus @ the Hilton Garden Inn, Washington, DC - Director of Food & Beverage/Partner**- Managed and trained a team of 40, ensuring effective QuickBooks usage.- Hosted banquets for up to 400 guests, showcasing organizational skills.- Maintained weekly and monthly cost reports to achieve food cost goals.*July 2009 - March 2018:***Kora Restaurant Bar Lounge, Arlington, VA - Executive Chef/Partner**- Successfully maintained food costs below 20%.- Demonstrated proficiency in hiring, training, and managing a large team.*July 2006 - June 2009:***Farrah Olivia Restaurant, Alexandria, VA - Executive Chef/Partner**- Implemented and maintained a successful wine program.- Adapted to new culinary trends and recipes.*Aug 2002 - Dec 2005:***Signatures, DC - Executive Chef**- Nominated for Best Chef by RAMW, with an 8-page spread in Art Culinaire.- Ensured compliance with health code regulations and company standards.*Aug 1998 - Dec 2002:***Red Sage, DC - Executive Chef**- Collaborated with renowned southwestern chef Mark Miller.- Demonstrated adaptability to industry trends.Education Food Protection Manager Certified (SERV Safe) Food Protection Manager License (DC Dept of Health) Certificate in Computer Programming CPR CertificationKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities- Proficient in Sales Pro, Microsoft Office, Adobe Software, POS Systems (Micros, Clover, Restaurant Manager, Posi touch), QuickBooks.- Skilled in multiple payroll systems, online marketing tools, menu design, and recipe writing.- Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.- Accomplished spokesperson for Dove Chocolate.- Recognized with various accolades, including RAMW nominations and media features. Awards and Recognition Dove Chocolate spokesperson (Kora/Lily and the Cactus) Best New Restaurant by RAMW as Executive Chef/ Partner for Farrah Olivia 6-page spread in Art Culinaire #87 (Farrah Olivia) Washingtonians top one hundred Restaurants at #12 and #22 (Farrah Olivia) Appeared on Iron Chef America against Bobby Flay Appeared on the first season on the Next Iron Chef 8-page spread in Art Culinaire #74 (Signatures) Attained Four Mobile Stars as Executive Chef of Red Sage Nominated for Best Chef by RAMW for two consecutive years. (Red Sage) Appeared on the Today Show, TBS Dinner, and a Movie. (Red Sage)**References**Available upon request.