Sean Cole
Glendale ,AZ
Summary
Dynamic Sous Chef with proven expertise at TopGolf, excelling in team leadership and inventory management. Achieved food cost control under 23% while mentoring staff and enhancing kitchen operations. Instrumental in launching a new location, showcasing strong culinary skills and a commitment to food safety and quality.
Culinary professional with comprehensive experience in high-pressure kitchen environments, driving quality and efficiency. Known for exceptional culinary skills and ability to innovate while maintaining consistency. Reliable team collaborator with focus on achieving culinary excellence and adapting to evolving needs.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
TopGolf
11.2016 - Current
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure high-quality food preparation and presentation.
- Coordinated inventory management to minimize waste and optimize ingredient usage.
- Oversaw daily kitchen operations, ensuring quality plating, portion control, and consistency across all menu items.
- Monitored and managed food costs (COGS), maintaining them under 23% through careful inventory control and waste reduction initiatives.
- Trained and mentored kitchen staff, including onboarding new team members and cross-training for efficiency.
- Played a key role in opening a new Topgolf location in Avon, including recruiting, training, and integrating new playmakers and culinary staff.
- Advanced from Line Cook to Sous Chef through demonstrated leadership, culinary skill, and operational excellence.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cactus Shadows
Cave Creek, AZ05.2014
Skills
- Team leadership
- Kitchen leadership
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Safe food handling
- Supervising food prep
- Mentoring and coaching
Timeline
Sous Chef
TopGolf
11.2016 - Current
High School Diploma -
Cactus Shadows