Randy Townes

Experience

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  Parizade

  Sept 2013 - Mar 2015

  Catering Assistant

  • Inspect and clean food preparation areas, such as equipment and work surfaces.• Ensure freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock.• Prepare and cook dishes ala minute according to service ticket and customer specifications.• Carve and trim vegetables and meats such as beef, veal, ham, pork, and lamb for production.• Check the quality of raw or cooked food products to ensure that standards are met.• Plan and produce recipes for catering clients, setup catering at location according to customer specifications, cook, plate, and clean onsite of catering.• Check the quantity and quality of received products. Show less

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  WakeMed

  Mar 2015 - Jul 2015

  Line Cook

  • Clean and inspect institution equipment, kitchen appliances, and work areas toensure cleanliness and functional operation.• Apportion and serve food to facility residents, employees, or patrons.• Prepare and cook recipes according to menus, special dietary or nutritionalrestrictions, or numbers of portions to be served.• Store food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.• Prepare a variety of foods, such as meats, vegetables, desserts, according to customers'orders or supervisors' instructions, following approved procedures. Show less

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  Carolina Ale House

  Jul 2015 - Nov 2015

  Lead Line Cook

  • Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking, and waste control guidelines.• Led shifts while personally preparing food items and executing requests based on required specifications.• Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals and kitchen sanitation.

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  The Asbury at the Dunhill Hotel

  Nov 2015 - Mar 2017

  Executive Sous Chef

  • Assists Executive and Chef de Cuisine in supervising and counseling all BOH employees in the department.• Assists with scheduling all staff to ensure kitchen productivity is at its highest and most productive.• Mentor and teach about different ingredients, cooking techniques, and procedures.• Conducts weekly "quick inventories" and prepares reports for Executive Chef to analyze, and Chef de Cuisine ordering. • Ensures that high standards of sanitation, cleanliness and safety are maintained throughout all kitchen areas at all times. • Maintains adherence to standard recipes and techniques for food preparation and presentation which helps to assure consistently high quality and minimize food cost. • Ability to produce high volume of work in a timely manner, which is accurate, complete, and of high quality. Show less

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  Compass Group

  Mar 2017 - May 2018

  Catering Assistant

  • Complete portion of inventory list and report to Sous Chef.• Prepare food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.• Verified proper portion sizes and consistently attained high food quality standards.• Maintain accurate deadline time for food to be picked up and served.

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  Zoes Kitchen

  May 2017 - May 2019

  Kitchen Manager

  • Maintained quality standards in food preparation, presentation, and service.• Inspect supplies, equipment, and work areas to ensure conformance to established standards.• Directed and motivated kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.• Developed and maintained staff schedules balancing workload and optimizing labor costs.• Controlled food waste and implemented improved processes to minimize loss.• Handled ordering processes with suppliers, and managed vendor relations to secure timely deliveries.• Ensured strict adherence to health codes, safety regulations, and sanitation protocols. Show less

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  Chef Alyssa's Kitchen

  Jun 2019 - now

  Catering Manager

  • Coordinate and plan catering services for various events, ensuring adherence to client specifications and preferences.• Schedule, train, and supervise catering staff to maintain high standards for food quality, presentation, and excellence in service delivery.• Oversee inventory management, cultivate vendor relations for ordering ensuring timely delivery of quality ingredients and equipment.• Develop and manage budgets for catering services to ensure profitability and cost control while meeting expectations.• Create diverse menus and pricing options based on client needs, dietary restrictions, and event themes.• Stay informed about health and safety regulations ensuring compliance with industry standards.• Contribute to business growth by participating in sales and marketing efforts, attracting new clients, and retaining existing ones.• Manage logistics for events, including equipment, transportation, and setup, to ensure smooth execution of catering services.• Structured catering operations to drive food sales contributing to consistent annual increases. Show less

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  Blackstownes Catering

  Mar 2020 - now

  Owner/Executive Chef

  • Develop and implement strategic plans to achieve catering business goals, including revenue targets and client satisfaction metrics.• Oversee and lead catering staff, ensuring effective communication, training, and performance management.• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs and preferences to deliver exceptional service.• Collaborate with culinary teams to create innovative and diverse menus tailored to client preferences and event requirements.• Manage catering budgets, analyze financial reports, and implement cost-effective measures while maintaining quality standards.• Coordinate and execute all aspects of catering events, from initial planning to on-site supervision, ensuring seamless operations.• Develop and implement marketing strategies to attract new clients and expand the catering business. Actively participate in sales efforts to secure new business.• Monitor and maintain high-quality standards for food presentation, service, and overall client experience.• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, licensing requirements, and other relevant industry standards.• Stay abreast of industry trends, implement new ideas, and continuously improve catering services to stay competitive. Show less