Kevin Gage
San Diego
Summary
Dynamic Executive Chef with a proven track record at Bourbon & Bones, well known for being creative with menu development. Fostering a work environment that is fun, yet very skilled. Team collaboration and operational efficiency are my strong suits, ensuring exceptional dining experiences while maintaining high food safety standards.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Chef
Bluewater Grill
Phoenix
03.2021 - 01.2022
- Created new menu items, managed food expenses, and supervised quality to ensure adherence to standards.
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
Executive Chef
Bourbon & Bones
Scottsdale
10.2017 - 03.2020
- Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to food safety and sanitation standards.
- Developed seasonal menus highlighting local ingredients and unique flavor profiles.
- Managed inventory, ordering supplies to maintain optimal stock levels for operations.
- Trained new chefs in culinary techniques and restaurant-specific procedures.
Chef de Cuisine
Steak 44
Phoenix
01.2016 - 10.2017
- Scheduled shifts for kitchen staff of 50 plus according to restaurant needs.
- Developed strategies to increase efficiency in the kitchen.
- Created recipes that kept customers coming back for more.
- Private chef for governor Doug Ducey
Executive Chef
Prestons Steakhouse
Scottsdale
06.2012 - 01.2016
- Successful opening of a new concept
- Fostered and created all new menu items
- Hired and trained staff in culinary etiquette and technique
Education
Associates in Restaurant Management -
Arizona Culinary Institute
Scottsdale, AZCPR in Emergency Medical Services -
Paradise Community College
Phoenix, AZHazmat -
Yavapai Community College
Prescott, AZSkills
- Bartending
- Kitchen management
- Butchery
- Communication skills
- Menu and costing development
- Operations management
- Personnel management
- Partnership development
- Business launch
Certification
• ServSafe
• Title 4 liquor
• CPR
• Title 4 liquor
• CPR
References
- Julie Cobos, (480) 370-4458, basscalf@aol.com, Personal
- Garrett Ward, (602) 350-2325, gward@joinedalloys.com, Personal
- Rick Schweizer, (623) 227-9227, Rickschweizer@bisutoro.com, Professional
Timeline
Executive Chef
Bluewater Grill
03.2021 - 01.2022
Executive Chef
Bourbon & Bones
10.2017 - 03.2020
Chef de Cuisine
Steak 44
01.2016 - 10.2017
Executive Chef
Prestons Steakhouse
06.2012 - 01.2016
Associates in Restaurant Management -
Arizona Culinary Institute
CPR in Emergency Medical Services -
Paradise Community College
Hazmat -
Yavapai Community College