Brent COOK
Chandler
Summary
Accomplished Executive Chef and Restaurant General Manager with a proven track record at Giolas, enhancing customer satisfaction through innovative menu development and effective cost control. Skilled in fostering strong relationships and mentoring teams to excellence. Achieved significant sales growth by implementing strategic special events and promotions. Expert in food safety and operations management, ensuring top-notch hospitality service.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Chef/Restaurant General Manager
Giolas
03.2020 - 11.2024
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Increased customer satisfaction by creating innovative and diverse menus tailored to various dietary needs.
- Implemented food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money.
- Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
- Implemented special events promotions such as theme nights or cooking demonstrations to attract new clientele and boost sales revenues.
- Managed budgeting and financial planning to ensure profitability and sustainable growth.
- Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, and paperwork for new hires and terminations.
Territory Manager
Hamilton Meats & Provisions
02.2019 - 03.2020
- Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
- Cultivated relationships with key accounts in territory and provided support to drive customer satisfaction.
- Exceeded sales quotas and increased profitability through effective sales strategy and business planning.
- Developed strong relationships with key decision-makers, fostering trust and loyalty in the assigned territory.
- Delivered customized solutions tailored to individual client needs, increasing overall customer satisfaction levels significantly.
- Improved customer satisfaction and retention through frequent visits, timely response to inquiries, and effective problem resolution.
- Analyzed sales data to identify areas for territory improvement and implemented strategies to maximize sales growth.
Executive Chef
The Crossings at Carlsbad
06.2016 - 02.2019
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Increased customer satisfaction by creating innovative and diverse menus tailored to various dietary needs.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, negotiating competitive prices on ingredients and supplies.
- Maintained a safe and sanitary work environment, adhering to health department standards and regulations.
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
Banquet Chef Executive
Monte De Oro Winery
03.2013 - 06.2016
- Wrote, maintained and updated banquet menu specifications, recipes and production forecasts.
- Adapted quickly to last-minute changes in client requests or event specifications, ensuring successful outcomes despite potential challenges.
- Grilled, roasted, baked and performed other cooking techniques to produce high volume meals.
- Directed and managed banquet functions for [Number]-person event.
- Analyzed banquet event orders and planned and coordinated functions with catering staff to meet or exceed customer expectations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Culinary/ Restaurant Management
The Art Institute
Santa Monica, CA05-2010
Skills
- Food safety
- Menu planning
- Cost control
- Menu development
- Strong work ethic
- Hospitality service expertise
- ServSafe certification
- Hiring, training, and development
- Operations management
- Customer service
- Special events
- Coaching and mentoring
Timeline
Executive Chef/Restaurant General Manager
Giolas
03.2020 - 11.2024
Territory Manager
Hamilton Meats & Provisions
02.2019 - 03.2020
Executive Chef
The Crossings at Carlsbad
06.2016 - 02.2019
Banquet Chef Executive
Monte De Oro Winery
03.2013 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Culinary/ Restaurant Management
The Art Institute
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