Justin Isobe
West Hollywood,CA
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Chef
Laurel Hardware
06.2020 - Current
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Maintained a safe and sanitary work environment, adhering to health department standards and regulations.
- Increased customer satisfaction by creating innovative and diverse menus tailored to various dietary needs.
- Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
Chef de Cuisine
Laurel Hardware
06.2020 - 06.2020
- Hired in 2017 as a pastry prep cook with no previous professional cooking experience
- Advanced to line cook at the end of 2017, and sous chef in summer 2018
- Promoted to Chef de Cuisine in 2019 and have since controlled all back of house operations
- Create menu seasonally, oversee all ordering, vendor relations, and restaurant operations
- Maintained 24% food COGS, $9 million revenue annually
Crew Member
Trader Joe's
07.2016 - 11.2017
- On boarded as a crew member to fulfill daily product and customer experience tasks
- Wrote order for liquor/wine, dry goods, and produce
Summer Intern
Mixmag
06.2014 - 09.2014
- Conducted interview of record label executives for online publication
- Composed reviews of live events for online blog
Summer Intern
Big City Real Estate Services
05.2010 - 08.2010
- Canvassed vacant retail spaces
- Assisted in negotiation and securing commercial properties for clients
Sales Support
Barneys New York
05.2008 - 07.2010
- Insured stock levels for sales maximization
- Assisted in floor design moves
- Increased sales by %
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Communication
Baruch College
New York, NY05-2015
Skills
- Food safety
- Menu planning
- Cost control
- Menu development
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Executive Chef
Laurel Hardware
06.2020 - Current
Chef de Cuisine
Laurel Hardware
06.2020 - 06.2020
Crew Member
Trader Joe's
07.2016 - 11.2017
Summer Intern
Mixmag
06.2014 - 09.2014
Summer Intern
Big City Real Estate Services
05.2010 - 08.2010
Sales Support
Barneys New York
05.2008 - 07.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Business Communication
Baruch College