Risto Danailov

Experience

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  Boston Market

  Sept 2007 - Mar 2009

  Assistant General Manager
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  Whole Foods Market

  Mar 2009 - Jun 2011

  Assistant Kitchen Manager
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  Rush Street Gaming

  Jun 2011 - Aug 2015

  Commissary Chef

  Member of pre-opening team as prep cook and quickly advanced to Sous Chef and then promoted to Production Chef. Responsible for overseeing food production for 6 outlets including VIP Lounge while maintaining food and labor costs. · Hire, train and manage sous chefs and 30+ team members· Establishes staffing needs and adjusts schedules in accordance with demand patterns, budget and local labor laws· Plan menu, assure quality control, and minimize waste· Identifies opportunities to increase revenue, decrease kitchen expenses and maximize departmental productivity without compromising guest satisfaction· Effectively manages and assists kitchen staff in producing food for 500+ annual banquets, catered events and member dining areas· Ensures smooth kitchen operation by overseeing daily product inventory, purchasing and receiving· Conducts daily inspections and maintains food sanitation and kitchen equipment safety reports· Established and maintains open, collaborative relationships with the kitchen team Show less

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  Ravinia Green Country Club

  Aug 2015 - Jun 2016

  Executive Chef

  quality control, recipe development, hire and train staff, teach proper cooking technique, menu development, assuring consistency, ordering, maintaining food cost, banquets setup and execution, schedules,

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  Factor 75

  Sept 2016 - Mar 2020

  Executive Chef