Steve Guidry
New Orleans
Summary
Accomplished Chef with a proven track record at Galatoires Restaurant, mastering food preparation and presentation while managing high-volume service periods. Expert in cost control and inventory management, significantly reducing waste. Demonstrates exceptional leadership in training staff and maintaining food safety standards. Skilled in cooking techniques and knife skills, ensuring quality and efficiency.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Cook
Aramark
07.2020 - 08.2024
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily production goals and deadlines.
- Observed food safety, proper cleaning and good hygiene practices to prevent food-borne illnesses.
Sous Chef
Galatoires Restaraunt
01.2008 - 03.2019
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
Chef
The Riverview Room
06.1998 - 08.2007
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
Education
High School Diploma -
Walter L. Cohen College Prep
New Orleans, LA06.1996
Skills
- Cooking methods
- Food Preparation
- Knife Skills
- Food handling
- Cooking techniques
- Food presentation
- Inventory Restocking
- Cost Control
Timeline
Production Cook
Aramark
07.2020 - 08.2024
Sous Chef
Galatoires Restaraunt
01.2008 - 03.2019
Chef
The Riverview Room
06.1998 - 08.2007
High School Diploma -
Walter L. Cohen College Prep
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