David Stevens

Experience

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  Prato

  Jul 2016 - Oct 2017

  Grill Cook

  Expanded cooking and kitchen management knowledge at this trendy, fast-paced restaurant.〉 Handled complete station responsibility from butchery and preparation to cooked according to the specific restaurant standards.〉 Expanded cooking experience while working on a wood-fired oven at the station.

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  Orlando Meats LLC

  Oct 2017 - Apr 2018

  Production Chef/ Butchery Stage

  Full-service butcher offering grass-fed, locally sourced meats for restaurant and client orders.〉 Educated customers and diners on charcuterie, fermentation, and whole animal butchery.〉 Established relationships with sustainable farmers, meat producers, and butchers.

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  Tarratine Club Of Dark Harbor

  May 2018 - Sept 2018

  Junior Sous Chef

  Seasonal role in supporting the management of a small yacht club’s kitchen. Ensured adherence to quality and safety standard for food preparation.

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  Luke's Kitchen and Bar

  Sept 2018 - Apr 2019

  Production Chef

  Worked closely with the Executive Chef to promote the restaurant’s culture, mission, and philosophy. 〉 Maintained timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals and kitchen sanitation.〉 Monitored food costs, ordered products, and ensured top quality produce from distributors.〉 Led a team of Prep Cooks utilizing strong interpersonal skills and served as a resource to them.

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  Confidential Employer

  Nov 2018 - Aug 2021

  Private Chef / Estate Gardener

  Plan menus and prepare delicious, healthy meals that meet dietary requirements and nutritional goals.〉 Source organic, sustainable, and local ingredients to ensure principals’ and their guests’ daily wellness.〉 Implement and enforce strict health and hygiene standards in the kitchens and pantries.〉 Establish culinary standards, deliver creative meal presentation, and provide formal table service.〉 Plan, prep, execute, and serve dinners for the executive couple five days a week.〉 Initiate and maintain relationships with local farmers and culinary artisans.〉 Standardize recipes and establish portion control.〉 Researched and implemented a 330 square foot raised bed garden of organic herbs, vegetables and flowers; incorporating this produce into weekly meal planning.〉 Established COVID-19 sanitation plans for the kitchen and pantry of the residence and office. Show less

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  Private Estate

  Aug 2021 - Jun 2023

  >Sourced local, organic, and sustainable ingredients in alignment with the principals' nutritional goals.> Established culinary standards, executed creative meal presentations, and elevated meals to formal service.> Implemented and enforced strict health and hygiene standards in the kitchens and pantries.> Provided lunch at the corporate office five days a week and planned, executed, and served dinners Monday to Friday.> Submitted weekly menus comprised of lunches, dinners, and desserts for the principals’ approval.> Organized and inventoried a 250+ bottle wine cellar and implemented a wine inventory app. Show less Serve as an integral component of a Chef Team providing full coverage of meals for principals and staff at various properties of the executive couple’s estate.> Provide comprehensive nutritional information for all composed dishes, sides, and snacks.> Plan daily menus for principal employer’s approval for lunch, dinner, and dessert.> Record food and beverage preferences, allergies, and restrictions of the principals, immediate family members, frequent guests, and VIPs.> Provide culinary continuity across various properties of the estate and improve standards of operation to elevate the efficiency of the team’s kitchen.> Execute staff meal across two shifts, five days a week.> Report to the Estate Manager and Executive Chef on fulfilment of the culinary needs of each property.> Coordinate with Chef Team for monthly parties and large family gatherings while providing coverage for Chef Team due to estate-wide travel, vacation, and personal leave.> Plan, pack, and coordinate meals for inflight preparation for principals, working with flight attendants to maintain standards and reflect onboard appliances capabilities onto inflight menu’s practicality.> Maintain a 350 sq. ft. organic raised bed garden with vermicomposting and incorporate the estate’s produce into menus. Show less

  • Private Chef and Estate Gardener

    Feb 2023 - Jun 2023

  • Private Chef and Estate Gardener

    Aug 2021 - Feb 2023
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  Elite Athlete

  Jun 2023 - now

  Private Chef/ House Manager

  >Optimize the principal athlete’s success through nutrition in collaboration with the team’s nutritionist while ensuringmeals are tailored to their spouse’s unique dietary needs and fitness objectives.>Source organic, sustainably grown local ingredients to ensure principals’ and their guests’ daily wellness. >Create meals with top-quality proteins and produce that are correctly portioned and flavorful.> Plan, prepare, and pack meals for business and personal travel. >Execute meals for the principal employer and guests based on dietary restrictions and personal preferencesHouse Manager Duties>Source new vendors, schedule preventative maintenance, and oversee repair technicians onsite in the home>Liaison with the contractor on the property on warranty items and punch list >Direct housekeeper on high-priority tasks to the employer’s desired standard Show less