William Will
Carlsbad
Summary
Adept Executive Chef with a proven track record at Guckenheimer, enhancing team performance and guest satisfaction through innovative menu development and effective kitchen management. Skilled in food preparation techniques and budgeting, I excel in banquets and catering, ensuring high-quality, visually appealing meals. My leadership fosters a collaborative environment, driving operational excellence.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Chef
Guckenheimer
Carlsbad
10.2009 - Current
- Improved performance of team members resulting in high-quality meals produced daily.
- Implemented and maintained excellent service to achieve guest satisfaction.
- Suggested and prepared promotional dishes according to ingredient availability and customer preferences.
- Monitored meals served for temperature and visual appeal.
- Managed kitchen staff team and assigned tasks for various stages of food production.
- Provided guidance and support for Sous Chefs during peak service hours.
Banquet Sous Chef
US Grant Hotel
San Diego
10.2007 - 08.2009
- Assisted executive chef in menu planning and development of new recipes.
- Liaised closely with kitchen and front-of-house personnel.
- Checked food presentation before serving it out for banquets.
- Monitored food products, driving quality, freshness and integrity.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
California Culinary Academy
San Francisco, CA02-2000
Skills
- Food preparation techniques
- Budgeting and cost control
- Signature dish creation
- Banquets and catering
- Business operations oversight
- Forecasting and planning
Accomplishments
- Employee of the Year 2010 Southern California
Certification
- Servsafe
Timeline
Executive Chef
Guckenheimer
10.2009 - Current
Banquet Sous Chef
US Grant Hotel
10.2007 - 08.2009
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
California Culinary Academy
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