Summary
Overview
Work History
Skills
Timeline
Generic

Trevol Smith

San Diego

Summary

Talented kitchen leader and team motivator successful at maintaining staff focus and productivity in high-volume, fast-paced operations. Experienced with Jamaican cuisine, sourcing ingredients, controlling budgets and boosting restaurant profiles. Conversational English skills.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Chef

Laylah's Jamaican Food
03.2019 - Current
  • Contributed to a significant increase in positive online reviews by consistently delivering exceptional meals that exceeded guest expectations.
  • Trained junior chefs in advanced culinary techniques and food safety procedures, helping them grow professionally within the industry.
  • Developed close relationships with suppliers to source best ingredients.
  • Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
  • Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
  • Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.

Head Chef

The Smoking Rooster
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
  • Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
  • Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
  • Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
  • Managed Food Lined

Skills

  • Professional Networking
  • Batch Cooking
  • Restaurant Operations
  • Staff Scheduling
  • Delegating Work
  • Kitchen Operations Oversight

Timeline

Head Chef

Laylah's Jamaican Food
03.2019 - Current

Head Chef

The Smoking Rooster
01.2017 - 01.2019
Trevol Smith