Dante Osborne
Evans
Summary
Experienced food service management professional with a passion for exceeding customer expectations. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sous Chef
Highland Trail
05.2024 - 04.2025
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
Dietary Manager
Greenhouse Homes
03.2022 - 04.2024
- Visited with residents to inquire about satisfaction, quality, and personal preferences.
- Consulted with dietitians to plan menus appropriate for patient needs.
- Purchased food supplies for department according to budget limitations.
- Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
- Maximized quality assurance by completing frequent line checks.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
Homemaker/Grocery
Greenhouse Homes
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
Cook
Kenton Manner
07.2016 - 08.2021
- Managed daily operations of the kitchen including scheduling shifts, assigning tasks.
- Monitored food production processes to ensure compliance with health codes and regulations.
- Created menus based on approved nutritional guidelines that met the needs of diverse populations.
- Worked with coworkers to complete tasks.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and flexible.
- Participated in ongoing training to enhance own job skills and knowledge.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment, appliances, and utensils.
- Demonstrated ability to work quickly and accurately in high-pressure environments.
- Cooked food according to recipes set by establishment.
Cook
Greeley Place
08.2014 - 03.2016
- Monitored food items, maintaining minimum guidelines for temperature, taste, and quality.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Adjusted food preparation techniques to accommodate for changing dietary needs.
- Visited with residents to inquire about satisfaction, quality, and personal preferences.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing satisfaction.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jefferson High School
05.2015
Skills
- Quality assurance
- Record keeping
- Interpersonal skills
- Task prioritization
- Order delivery practices
- Customer service
- Staff training
- Team leadership
- Garnishing and plating
- Special dietary requirements
- Food handling
- Recipe-based cooking
- Attention to detail
- Health and safety compliance
Accomplishments
- Certified Food Manager (CFM) - November, 2023
Certification
Certified Dietary Manager
Timeline
Sous Chef
Highland Trail
05.2024 - 04.2025
Dietary Manager
Greenhouse Homes
03.2022 - 04.2024
Homemaker/Grocery
Greenhouse Homes
08.2021 - 03.2022
Cook
Kenton Manner
07.2016 - 08.2021
Cook
Greeley Place
08.2014 - 03.2016
High School Diploma -
Jefferson High School
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