Violet Doss
Colorado Springs
Summary
I am always dedicated and enthusiastic to complete my work with the utmost satisfaction of the customer in mind. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. I have experience operating in a high-energy workspace constantly prioritizing tasks in ensuring they are achieved in a timely manner. Ability to multitask effectively without losing focus or quality.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Restaurant manager
Quality Seafood Market
Austin
11.2023 - 12.2025
- Supervise all kitchen staff, including line cooks, and prep workers.
- Schedule shifts and ensure adequate staffing during service hours.
- Maintain discipline, teamwork, and communication across departments.
- Ensure dishes meet the restaurant's standards for taste, portion, and presentation.
- Conduct regular quality checks on both prepared dishes and raw ingredients.
- Implement and monitor standard recipes.
- Recruit, train, and mentor kitchen staff to improve skills and efficiency.
- Conduct regular performance evaluations.
- Foster a positive and professional work culture.
- Enforce food safety regulations and proper hygiene practices.
- Ensure compliance with local health codes and safety standards.
- Train staff on safe food handling and kitchen equipment use.
- Demonstrated proficiency in various cooking techniques, food preparation, and followed recipe specifications and recipe execution, portion control, and maintained a clean and organized workspace.
- Coordinated with team members to ensure timely and accurate preparation of multiple dishes, maintaining the flow of the kitchen.
- Thrived in a fast-paced kitchen environment by effectively managing time and prioritizing tasks.
- Uphold the highest standards of food quality, hygiene, and safety. Handled diverse ingredients and created high-quality dishes with attention to flavor, presentation, and consistency.
Executive chef
Auberge
05.2019 - 10.2023
- Responsibility for the overall culinary operation my role combined creative, managerial, and organizational skills.
- Design and update menus based on seasonality, customer preferences, and food trends.
- Develop new recipes and ensure consistency in taste and presentation.
- Balance creativity with cost-efficiency.
- Manage food and labor costs to meet financial targets.
- Control inventory and minimize waste.
- Work with suppliers to secure quality ingredients at the best prices.
- Enforce food safety regulations and proper hygiene practices.
- Ensure compliance with local health codes and safety standards.
- Train staff on safe food handling and kitchen equipment use.
- Work closely with management and front-of-house teams.
- Coordinate with event planners or customers for special menus and events.
- Represent the kitchen in staff meetings or promotions.
- Stay updated on culinary trends, techniques, and industry innovations.
- Experiment with new ingredients, plating styles, and cooking methods.
Education
Culinary Art -
Auguste Escoffier Culinary Art School
Austin, TX08.2010
Business Management and Sciences: Business Principles, Principles of Marketing, Business Law, Principles of Management, Business Ethics, Philosophy Ethics, Speech Communication, Psychology, Intermediate Algebra, Statistics, Fundamentals of Biology, Anatomy and Physiology, Personal Health, Human Nutrition, Chemistry, Microbiology
Austin Community College
Austin, TX06.2008
Skills
- Excellent Leadership skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Exceptional ability to multitask and set priorities
- Creative problem solver
- Effective communicator
- Flexible and adaptable to varying work environments
- Proficient in Microsoft Office apps and general computer use
Timeline
Restaurant manager
Quality Seafood Market
11.2023 - 12.2025
Executive chef
Auberge
05.2019 - 10.2023
Culinary Art -
Auguste Escoffier Culinary Art School
Business Management and Sciences: Business Principles, Principles of Marketing, Business Law, Principles of Management, Business Ethics, Philosophy Ethics, Speech Communication, Psychology, Intermediate Algebra, Statistics, Fundamentals of Biology, Anatomy and Physiology, Personal Health, Human Nutrition, Chemistry, Microbiology
Austin Community College