Natasha Sims, Restaurant Manager

Natasha Sims

Restaurant Manager

J.R Crickets

Location
United Arab Emirates
Education
Diploma, Associate of Science in Culinary Arts
Experience
6 years, 5 Months

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Work Experience

Total years of experience :6 years, 5 Months

Restaurant Manager at J.R Crickets
  • United States - Georgia
  • February 2014 to October 2016

Ensure that all the food and products are consistently prepared and served according to the agreed recipes, portioning, cooking and serving standards
Serve orders to customers at windows, counters, or tables.
Take food and drink orders
To develop menus and "specials" which meet the needs of the target market and are in line with the operating concept for the restaurant.
To develop menus and set standard recipes which allow the restaurants to run at an acceptable food cost, thereby satisfying guest needs and expectations.
To have a complete understanding of, and adhere to the company’s policy relating to fire, hygiene and safety.
To ensure that operating and kitchen equipment is maintained to a good standard with minimum breakage.
Check incoming produce, ensuring that all food merchandise is in accordance with order sheets, receiving records and purchasing specifications.
Oversee and ensure restaurant mission and vision are achieved and that employee satisfaction is monitored through coaching, trainings and appraisals on a timely basis
Provide safety training in first aid, CPR, lifting and carrying and handling hazardous materials

Demi Chef / Chef De Partie at Crestline Hotel and Resorts, LLC
  • United States - Georgia - Atlanta
  • August 2015 to September 2016

Prepped food within 150 seat American restaurant, with ability to accurately cut ingredients according to specification .
Season and cook food according to recipes
Weight, measure, and mix ingredients according to recipes or personal judgment .
Observe and test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently, using methods such as tasting, smelling or utilizing thermometers .
Clean food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
Cook and package batches of food which are prepared to order or kept warm until sold.
Maintain sanitation, health, and safety standards in work areas.
Operate large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers, or griddles.
Pre-cook items in order to prepare them for later use.
Prepare and serve beverages such as coffee and fountain drinks.
Prepare specialty foods following specific methods that usually require short preparation time.
Read food order slips or receive verbal instructions as to food required by patron, and prepare and cook food according to instructions.
Clean, stock, and restock workstations and display cases.

Grande Manger/ Chef de Partie at Veni, Vidi, Vici
  • United States
  • September 2008 to April 2012

● Cooking up tasty, nutritious and well balanced five star meals made to individual requirements.
● Assisting in the basic preparation of food under the supervision of the Head Chef.
● Negotiating with sales representatives on the price of orders and supplies.
● Maintaining the correct level of fresh, frozen and dried foods in the store room.
● Constantly evaluating meals and food products to ensure that the highest quality standards are maintained.
● Overseeing the work of the junior catering staff to ensure that all duties are carried out correctly in
accordance to relevant guidelines .
● Liaising with managers and kitchen staff regarding customers orders. Making sure that leftover foodstuffs,
waste and uncooked products are properly disposed of.
● Ensuring that all administrative processes are followed and recorded as required.
● Carrying out regular temperature checks on fridges, freezers and food storage areas. Maintaining a safe
kitchen area and hygienic working environment.

Manager
  • to

2014-2016
J.R. Crickets
2617 Panola Rd, Lithonia, GA 30058
● Ensure that all the food and products are consistently prepared and served according to the agreed recipes,
portioning, cooking and serving standards
● Serve orders to customers at windows, counters, or tables.
● Take food and drink order​To develop menus and "specials" which meet the needs of the target market and
are in line with the operating concept for the restaurant.
● To develop menus and set standard recipes which allow the restaurants to run at an acceptable food cost,
thereby satisfying guest needs and expectations.
● To have a complete understanding of, and adhere to the company’s policy relating to fire, hygiene and
safety.
● To ensure that operating and kitchen equipment is maintained to a good standard with minimum breakage.
● Check incoming produce, ensuring that all food merchandise is in accordance with order sheets, receiving
records and purchasing specifications.
● Oversee and ensure restaurant mission and vision are achieved and that employee satisfaction is monitored
through coaching, trainings and appraisals on a timely basis
● Provide safety training in first aid, CPR, lifting and carrying and handling hazardous materials
● s and receive payment

Chef de Partie at 2015-2016 Crestline Hotels/ Emory University Hotel and Conference Center
  • United States
  • to

● Prepped food within 150 seat American restaurant, with ability to accurately cut ingredients according
to specification .
● Season and cook food according to recipes
● Weight, measure, and mix ingredients according to recipes or personal judgment .
● Observe and test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently, using methods such as
tasting, smelling or utilizing thermometers .
● Clean food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
● Cook and package batches of food which are prepared to order or kept warm until sold.
● Maintain sanitation, health, and safety standards in work areas.
● Operate large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers, or griddles.
● Pre-cook items in order to prepare them for later use.
● Prepare and serve beverages such as coffee and fountain drinks.
● Prepare specialty foods following specific methods that usually require short preparation time.
● Read food order slips or receive verbal instructions as to food required by patron, and prepare and cook
food according to instructions.
● Clean, stock, and restock workstations and display cases.

Education

Diploma, Associate of Science in Culinary Arts
  • at Le Cordon Bleu
  • February 2017

GPA)

High school or equivalent, Biology
  • at Valdosta State University
  • January 2006
High school or equivalent, College Prep
  • at Southwest DeKalb High School
  • May 2003

Specialties & Skills

Food Service Management
Training
Food Safety
Hospitality
Cost Control
ADMINISTRATION
COACHING
CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT
COOKING
NEGOTIATION
PROCESS ENGINEERING
QUALITY
SUPERVISORY SKILLS

Languages

English
Native Speaker

Training and Certifications

Wine and Beverage (Training)
Training Institute:
Le Cordon Bleu Culinary School
Date Attended:
August 2016
Cost Control and Purchasing (Training)
Training Institute:
Le Cordon Bleu Culinary School
Date Attended:
April 2016
Culinary Foundations I (Training)
Training Institute:
Le Cordon Bleu Culinary School
Date Attended:
September 2015
Cuisine Across Cultures (Training)
Training Institute:
Le Cordon Bleu Culinary School
Date Attended:
May 2016
English Composition (Training)
Training Institute:
VALDOSTA STATE UNIVERSITY
Date Attended:
August 2004
Psychology (Training)
Training Institute:
VALDOSTA STATE UNIVERSITY
Date Attended:
August 2004
Public Speaking (Training)
Training Institute:
VALDOSTA STATE UNIVERSITY
Date Attended:
August 2004
Culinary Math (Training)
Training Institute:
VALDOSTA STATE UNIVERSITY
Date Attended:
August 2005
NUTRITION (Training)
Training Institute:
VALDOSTA STATE UNIVERSITY
Date Attended:
January 2005
Certified Professional Food Manager (Certificate)
Date Attended:
November 2015
Valid Until:
November 2020
Food Science and Safety (Training)
Training Institute:
Le Cordon Bleu Culinary School
Date Attended:
September 2015
FOOD IN HISTORY (Training)
Training Institute:
VALDOSTA STATE UNIVERSITY
Date Attended:
January 2005
Baking and Pastry (Training)
Training Institute:
Le Cordon Bleu Culinary School
Date Attended:
February 2016
Culinary Foundations II (Training)
Training Institute:
Le Cordon Bleu Culinary School
Date Attended:
November 2015
Restaurant Rotation (Training)
Training Institute:
Le Cordon Bleu Culinary School
Date Attended:
September 2016
Catering and Buffets (Training)
Training Institute:
Le Cordon Bleu Culinary School
Date Attended:
July 2016
Contemporary Cuisine (Training)
Training Institute:
Le Cordon Bleu Culinary School
Date Attended:
August 2016
Culinary Foundations III (Training)
Training Institute:
Le Cordon Bleu Culinary School
Date Attended:
January 2016
Hospitality Supervision and Entrepreneurship (Training)
Training Institute:
Le Cordon Bleu Culinary School
Date Attended:
April 2016