Tyresa Earnest
Modesto
Summary
Executive chef with over 17 years of experience in food preparation and kitchen operations management. Proven track record of enhancing revenue while effectively reducing labor and food costs. Versatile background includes work in hotels, restaurants, special events, and assisted living facilities, complemented by strong leadership and mentorship skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sous Chef
Great Wolf Lodge
Manteca
04.2022 - 06.2025
- Oversaw daily operations for back-of-house functions to ensure efficiency.
- Facilitated new employee onboarding and training on standard operating procedures.
- Engaged with customers to provide tailored dietary options.
- Maintained strict adherence to food quality and preparation standards.
- Executed scheduling based on operational needs and forecasts.
- Managed inventory and purchasing processes to optimize resources.
Sous Chef
Heritage Estates
Livermore
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Developed enticing menu options by testing and refining various dishes for optimal guest experience.
- Ensured quality by sampling dishes during preparation and inspecting all items for presentation.
- Increased operational efficiency and reduced food waste through implementation of innovative processes.
- Trained new kitchen staff on essential culinary techniques to enhance productivity.
- Conducted onboarding sessions for new hires to facilitate smooth integration into the team.
- Scheduled staff shifts to maintain adequate coverage and streamline operations.
Executive Chef
Samaritan Village
Hughson
08.2018 - 09.2020
- Optimized kitchen operations through structured reviews, boosting productivity and reducing labor costs.
- Facilitated staff onboarding, scheduling, and training for new and experienced employees.
- Enhanced restaurant reputation by introducing innovative dishes through menu updates.
- Reduced operational costs by renegotiating vendor contracts for better pricing.
- Established sanitation protocols tailored to each shift, achieving excellent health department ratings.
- Hired and trained high-performing kitchen staff to improve food preparation efficiency.
- Implemented systematic improvements to streamline workflows and minimize delays.
- Maintained effective communication among staff to ensure cohesive execution of daily tasks.
Food and Beverage Director/ Executive Chef
Elk Grove Senior Living
Elk Grove
08.2014 - 08.2018
- Developed and monitored departmental budget, managing monthly expenses effectively.
- Implemented quality assurance program, significantly improving resident satisfaction.
- Collaborated with chefs to design diverse, nutritious menu items for enhanced dining experience.
- Hired and trained new team members, strengthening operational efficiency.
- Conducted annual performance evaluations to assess staff performance.
- Ensured inventory accountability through systematic tracking processes.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness by establishing strict protocols for all employees.
Sous Chef
Dale Commons Assisted Living
Modesto
03.2012 - 08.2014
- Streamlined kitchen maintenance and stock management to minimize food wastage from expiration.
- Collaborated with Executive Chef to develop new recipes, expanding food offerings for residents.
- Maintained clean workstations and ensured stylish food preparation, enhancing customer experience.
- Assisted in hiring and training of new Cooks, Stewards, and Servers.
Education
Human Resource Certification - Human Resources Training
San Joaquin Valley College
Salida, CA11-2021
High School Diploma -
Modesto High School
Modesto01.2000
Skills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Culinary expertise
- Cost control
- Food service management
- Kitchen operations
- Menu design
- Staff mentorship
- Inventory control
- Waste reduction
- Guest experience
Staff motivation
- Communication skills
- Employee scheduling
- Sanitation procedures
- Food preparation supervision
Education Certifications
- Serv Safe Certification, 2022
- RCFE Admin. License Certification, 2022
- Human Resource, San Joaquin Valley College, 2021
- High School Diploma, Modesto High School, 2000
Certification
- Servsafe Certification, # 23862777
- Serv Safe Allergens Certificate, # 6307821
- Alcohol Record of training, #313303905
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sous Chef
Great Wolf Lodge
04.2022 - 06.2025
Sous Chef
Heritage Estates
09.2021 - 04.2022
Executive Chef
Samaritan Village
08.2018 - 09.2020
Food and Beverage Director/ Executive Chef
Elk Grove Senior Living
08.2014 - 08.2018
Sous Chef
Dale Commons Assisted Living
03.2012 - 08.2014
Human Resource Certification - Human Resources Training
San Joaquin Valley College
High School Diploma -
Modesto High School