Resume

18 years of experience across restaurant, lodge, and cruise environments — built on exceptional food, dependable leadership, and operational excellence.

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Experience

Sous Chef

B Bar Ranch

June 2026 – October 2026

Montana

Seasonal sous chef position at a remote Montana guest ranch, managing kitchen operations through the end of the 2026 season.

Sous Chef

Alaskan Dream Cruise

April 2025 – February 2026

Sitka, AK

Delivered personalized guest dining experiences in a high-volume cruise environment. Managed galley inventory, provisioning, and food ordering for remote operations. Recognized by the captain for exceptional performance, adaptability, and execution under pressure.

General Manager & Head Chef

Old Town Rooster Cafe

October 2010 – November 2024

Cottonwood, AZ

Directed full restaurant operations including vendor management, menu development, and scratch kitchen production. Led a team of approximately 15 staff. Contributed to recognition as a Phoenix Magazine Top 10 Arizona restaurant and multiple sanitation awards.

Food & Beverage Manager

Mile High Grill & Inn

May 2007 – August 2010

Jerome, AZ

Oversaw full kitchen operations including food preparation, inventory management, and quality control across breakfast, lunch, and dinner service. Supervised 10–15 staff across kitchen, bar, and lodging operations.

Operations Manager

Leader Industries Inc

June 1998 – January 2007

Manchester, CT

Managed daily mail-order operations for a specialty automotive parts company. Supervised 5–10 staff and coordinated end-to-end warehouse operations, inventory control, and order fulfilment.

Education & Training

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration

Eastern Connecticut State University

ServSafe Manager Certification • Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)

Skills

  • Kitchen Leadership
  • Menu Development
  • Food Quality Control
  • Guest Experience & Hospitality
  • Food Safety Standards
  • Inventory Management
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Vendor Management

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Available for private groups, remote locations, and seasonal engagements.

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