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Alexandra Cox

Santa Barbara

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience, excelling in customer service and food preparation. Skilled in recipe development for food and beverage, I consistently delivered high-quality dishes while fostering strong guest engagement. Recognized for problem-solving skills, I effectively managed dietary needs and enhanced customer satisfaction in fast-paced environments.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Server/Sous Chef/ Bartender

Slate Catering
Santa Barbara
08.2024 - Current
  • Provided drink suggestions to customers based on their preferences.
  • Stocked ice bins and coolers as needed throughout shift.
  • Recommended food and drinks to patrons based on preference, pairings and special promotions.
  • Remained calm and poised during busy periods, promoting great customer service to guests.
  • Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
  • Measured and mixed house ingredients to prepare both custom and menu drink orders.
  • Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment.
  • Focused on customer satisfaction, creating delicious cuisine to impress diners.
  • Planned and prepared food product orders to maintain appropriate stock levels.
  • Supervised the preparation of meals to ensure consistency in taste, presentation, and portion size.

Sous/Bartender

Private Chef Robin
Ventura
04.2024 - Current
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
  • Modified standard recipes to address customer requests for substitutions or allergen concerns.
  • Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
  • Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
  • Checked completed orders for correct quantity and quality.
  • Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
  • Measured ingredients accurately using measuring cups and spoons.
  • Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
  • Prepared ingredients for use in cooking, such as washing, peeling, cutting and slicing vegetables.
  • Utilized excellent knife skills to chop and slice vegetables and carve and grind meats and cheeses.

Server/Sous Chef

Epicurean SB
Santa Barbara
03.2024 - Current
  • Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
  • Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
  • Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
  • Communicated with hosts, bussers and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.
  • Arranged place settings with clean tablecloths, napkins and tableware to prepare for incoming guests.
  • Circulated within assigned areas to assess and address customer needs, effectively prioritizing tasks during peak hours.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and delivery of orders.
  • Garnished dishes and beverages to serve visually appealing menu items.

Head Chef

Self Employed Web
Santa Barbra/ Los Angeles
01.2015 - Current
  • Ordered food supplies from vendors to maintain adequate stock levels.
  • Developed innovative recipes to suit complicated dietary requirements for customers.
  • Analyzed financial data related to labor costs, inventory expenses, and menu pricing changes, making recommendations as needed.
  • Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
  • Regularly interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
  • Supervised food preparation staff to deliver high-quality results.
  • Created tasty dishes using popular recipes, delighting patrons and generating return business.
  • Placed frequently used ingredients in proper storage containers and placed perishable items in refrigerator.
  • Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or service promptly and professionally.
  • Built and managed relationships with local vendors to obtain fresh, quality ingredients at cost-effective prices.
  • Experimented with various ingredients and cooking techniques to develop new and flavorful dishes for customers.
  • Met with clients to discuss menus and meal options for weddings and banquets.
  • Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes and garnishing of dishes to ensure that food was prepared in accordance with the restaurant's recipes and presentation standards.
  • Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
  • Monitored quality, presentation and quantities of plated food across line.

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Food preparation
  • Cocktail mixing
  • Recipe modification
  • Health safety compliance
  • Order accuracy
  • Menu planning
  • Problem solving
  • Relationship building
  • Table bussing
  • Guest engagement
  • Menu item recommendation

Timeline

Server/Sous Chef/ Bartender

Slate Catering
08.2024 - Current

Sous/Bartender

Private Chef Robin
04.2024 - Current

Server/Sous Chef

Epicurean SB
03.2024 - Current

Head Chef

Self Employed Web
01.2015 - Current

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