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Elton Bryan

Elton Bryan

Chef
Montego Bay,St James

Summary

Objective: Diligent sous chef for 2+ years, experience in creating unique delicacies while effectively demonstrating my interpersonal and communication skills professionally, with the opportunity for growth and advancement. ___________________________________________________________________

The Manager

Rixos Bab Al Bahr Ras

Al Khaimah UAE

205 West Gate Hills

St James, Montego Bay 2 P.O

Jamaica W.I

Dear Sirs,

I hereby use this medium to seek employment in the capacity of Junior Sous Chef within your organization. I am an individual who is creative, enthusiastic and hardworking with a passion for Food and Food Preparation. Over the years as a chef I have had professional experience in multiple restaurants and have culinary training in seafoods. I am extremely skilled at putting my own signature on traditional dishes, creating new combinations and experimenting with new flavors while being careful not to compromise the freshness and originality of the food I prepare. I take instructions well and am a great team player. I am very responsible and will demonstrate my leadership skills and initiative as well as delegate when required. I believe my exceptional culinary expertise, positive outlook and absolute passion for this industry would make me the favorable candidate for this position. I look forward to hearing from you and discussing my suitability for this position. I will be available for an interview at a mutually convenient time. Attached is a copy of my resume for convenience.

Sincerely, _E. Bryan__

Elton Bryan (Mr)

Overview

10
10
years of post-secondary education
8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Sous Chef

Grand Palladium resorts & Spa
Lucea, Hanover
12.2019 - Current
  • Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
  • Established and updated staff schedules and assignments to optimize coverage of peak times.
  • Mentored more than 80 kitchen staff at all levels to prepare each for demanding roles.
  • Evaluated inventory levels on a 24 hour basis and placed orders to restock fresh produce and frozen and dry items before supplies ran out.
  • Kept labor at or below [Number]% to support business profit targets.
  • Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
  • Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
  • Maintain discipline and conflict management.

Chef De Partie

Royalton White Sands/Blue Waters Resorts & Spa
Falmouth, Trelawny
01.2016 - 12.2019
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • Collaborated with vendors to source desired recipe ingredients while maintaining tight cost controls.
  • Complied with portion and serving sizes as per restaurant standards.
  • Collaborated with Executive Chef and Cooks to create delicious meals for large banquets, including Birthday Parties and Wedding Ceremonies events for up to 250 people.
  • Mentored more than 8 kitchen staff at all levels to prepare each for demanding roles.

Head Cook

Wildwood's Simmer Down Eatery
Christiana, Manchester
01.2014 - 01.2016
  • Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance and cleanliness of production and service areas.
  • Collaborated with vendors to source desired recipe ingredients while maintaining tight cost controls.
  • Kept labor at or below 20% to support business profit targets.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work efficient and consistent.
  • Mentored more than 3 kitchen staff at all levels to prepare each for demanding roles.

Clerk

National Youth Service (NYS) File Clrek Lowe River Health Centre
Falmouth, Trelawny
08.2012 - 09.2012
  • Provided quality clerical support through data entry, document management, email correspondence and overseeing operation of office equipment.
  • Administer to non critical patients.

Warehouse Assistant

Grand Lido resorts & Spa
Braco, Trelawny
07.2010 - 09.2010
  • Prepared orders for shipment by systematically picking, packing and labeling merchandise.
  • Orchestrated effective materials management with strong stock rotation strategies, new order placements and shipping inspections.
  • Evaluated supplies and product inventory to check for quality and quantity issues and returned unacceptable materials to vendors.
  • Stocked warehouse efficiently by comparing item numbers with storage locations.
  • Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in/first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.

Education

Certificate - Quality Care Delivery

Heart Trust NTA, Jamaica
02.2021 - 03.2021

Diploma - Culinary Arts

Southwest TVET Institute, Newport Manchester P.O
01.2016 - Current

in Commercial Food Preparation Level 2 Certificate - Culinary Arts

Southwest TVET Institute, Newport, Manchester P.O
06.2012 - 09.2013

Diploma & Caribbean Examination Council Certified - Home Economics

Holmwood Technical High School, Christiana P.O Manchester
09.2008 - 07.2011

Skills

File and database management

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Timeline

Heart Trust NTA - Certificate, Quality Care Delivery
02.2021 - 03.2021
Sous Chef - Grand Palladium resorts & Spa
12.2019 - Current
Chef De Partie - Royalton White Sands/Blue Waters Resorts & Spa
01.2016 - 12.2019
Southwest TVET Institute - Diploma , Culinary Arts
01.2016 - Current
Head Cook - Wildwood's Simmer Down Eatery
01.2014 - 01.2016
Clerk - National Youth Service (NYS) File Clrek Lowe River Health Centre
08.2012 - 09.2012
Southwest TVET Institute - in Commercial Food Preparation Level 2 Certificate, Culinary Arts
06.2012 - 09.2013
Warehouse Assistant - Grand Lido resorts & Spa
07.2010 - 09.2010
Holmwood Technical High School - Diploma & Caribbean Examination Council Certified , Home Economics
09.2008 - 07.2011
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