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
3160 Main Street, San Diego, CA, 92114
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
Estate Thomas, St Thomas 00802, U.S. Virgin Island
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