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Dean Kahn

Canoga Park

Summary

Highly motivated professional with over 40 years of entrepreneurial and management experience. Demonstrates exceptional ability to establish and maintain professional and loyal relationships with co-workers, staff, and clients, while effectively managing sales and employees. Equally comfortable working independently as a manager and leader, as well as collaborating as a valuable team member. Leverages extensive life experience and exercises decisive judgment to consistently meet and exceed organizational goals. Offers vast expertise in all areas of the food industry, including owning a Jamba Juice franchise and catering for numerous commercials and TV shows. A proven track record of success in diverse roles, with accomplishments spanning the entire food industry.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience

Work History

Private Chef

Alliance Health
11.2024 - 01.2025

In charge of creating all menus. Development and creation of a working client based kitchen, All ordering and inventory. In charge of cleanliness and sanitation.

  • Worked closely with clients regarding their nutritional goals and implemented meal plans accordingly.
  • Prepared high-quality meals for clients with diverse palates, emphasizing the use of fresh, local ingredients.

Private Chef

Rise in Malibu
03.2024 - 09.2024
  • Worked closely with clients regarding their nutritional goals and implemented meal plans accordingly.
  • Prepared high-quality meals for clients with diverse palates, emphasizing the use of fresh, local ingredients.
  • Adapted quickly to last-minute changes in menu requests or guest counts without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
  • Maintained a clean and organized kitchen workspace, adhering to strict sanitation guidelines and safety protocols.
  • Upheld confidentiality agreements with high-profile clientele while providing discrete personal chef services in various settings.
  • Developed innovative recipes and cooking techniques to continually exceed client expectations.
  • Demonstrated versatility by preparing various types of cuisine from around the world according to client preferences.
  • Coordinated with event planners during large gatherings or parties, ensuring seamless service and guest satisfaction.

Chef/Owner

deans catering
04.2001 - 02.2024
  • Worked with thousands of clients over the years, instilling trust and confidence in them and delivering on my promisses.
  • Supervised performance of workers with goals of improving productivity, efficiency and cost savings.
  • Oversaw staff hiring, initiating new training and scheduled processes to streamline operations.
  • Led startup and creation of operational procedures and workflow planning.
  • Resraurents, locations such a great career in diversity and cultures.
  • Oversaw project execution, many years of large size production scale of meals.
  • Enhanced operational performance by developing effective business strategies, systems and procedures.
  • With Deans catering I was able to grow from small to large events, a career in catering to the movie studios, world travel with the Survivor franchise, back to begin what would become a 200,000+ meal per year meal prep business. M career has taught me a lifetime of knowledge.
  • Hosted special events to boost brand awareness and increase community engagement.
  • Implemented strict food safety protocols by monitoring kitchen sanitation practices.
  • Researched food trends to inspire innovative menu concepts and seasonal specials.
  • Streamlined kitchen operations by organizing workflow and maintaining cleanliness.
  • Responded to customer feedback, improving menu offerings and service quality.
  • Mastered various cooking techniques by preparing diverse cuisines and menu items.

Head Chef

72Market Street
1997 - 2000
  • Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
  • Planned and prepared food product orders to maintain appropriate stock levels.
  • Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
  • Experimented with various ingredients and cooking techniques to develop new and flavorful dishes for customers.
  • Planned kitchen staff schedules to maximize coverage and encourage collaboration.

Sous Chef

Chinois on Main
1992 - 1997
  • Plated food according to restaurant artistic guidelines to promote attractive presentation.
  • Monitored food products, driving quality, freshness and integrity.
  • Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
  • Directed staff in restaurant kitchen and field to maintain department objectives, standards, guidelines and budget.
  • Performed as head chef to maintain team productivity and restaurant quality.

Education

Associate in Occupational Science - Chef And Hotel Management

SUNY College of Agriculture And Technology At Cobleskill
Cobleskill, NY
05.1985

Skills

  • Menu creation
  • A warm kitchen environment, It it the heart of any home
  • Staffing and training
  • Project estimating
  • International cuisine
  • Cooking techniques
  • suprises

Education and Training

other

Timeline

Private Chef

Alliance Health
11.2024 - 01.2025

Private Chef

Rise in Malibu
03.2024 - 09.2024

Chef/Owner

deans catering
04.2001 - 02.2024

Head Chef

72Market Street
1997 - 2000

Sous Chef

Chinois on Main
1992 - 1997

Associate in Occupational Science - Chef And Hotel Management

SUNY College of Agriculture And Technology At Cobleskill
Dean Kahn