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Education
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Certification
Hobbies
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Steven Frank

Moscow

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with over 15 years of experience in high-volume kitchens. Expertise in developing seasonal menus and training kitchen staff, ensuring compliance with food safety standards while driving service efficiency and quality.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sous Chef

Lodge Pole
Moscow
02.2023 - 12.2024
  • Prepared high-quality dishes following standardized recipes and presentation guidelines.
  • Coordinated kitchen operations during peak hours to ensure smooth service flow.
  • Trained new kitchen staff on food safety standards and cooking techniques.
  • Managed inventory levels and ordered supplies to maintain kitchen efficiency.
  • Supervised line cooks to ensure timely food preparation and quality control.
  • Collaborated with management to develop seasonal menu items reflecting current trends.

Executive Chef

Menin Hospitality
Miami Beach
01.2016 - 12.2021

Developed innovative menus through research and development of new dishes.

Conducted PMIX analysis and menu costing to enhance profitability.

Opened multiple properties, including Ricki's, Halves & Wholes, Mondrian Café, and Bakehouse.

  • Oversaw kitchen operations ensuring compliance with safety and sanitation standards.
  • Developed seasonal menus focusing on local ingredients and culinary trends.
  • Collaborated with front-of-house teams to ensure seamless service delivery.
  • Created new menu items, managed food expenses and supervised quality to ensure adherence to standards.
  • Trained new staff by demonstrating mastery of all food stations and operations.
  • Managed food costs while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.
  • Oversaw budgeting and staffing to optimize restaurant performance.

Sous Chef

Think Food Group LLC
Miami Beach
07.2012 - 12.2015
  • Prepared high-quality dishes following standardized recipes and presentation guidelines.
  • Managed inventory levels and ordered supplies to maintain kitchen efficiency.
  • Assisted in budgeting for kitchen supplies while minimizing waste and costs.
  • Implemented sanitation protocols to maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment.
  • Collaborated with Executive Chef to create innovative dishes for special events.
  • Ensured food preparation and presentation met high standards of quality and sanitation.
  • Coordinated ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of food items.
  • Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate supplies on hand.
  • Complied with all health department regulations regarding proper food handling methods.
  • Assisted in menu development and recipe testing.

Education

Master of Arts - Virtual Technology And Design

University of Idaho
Moscow, ID
06-2023

Bachelor of Arts - Virtual Technolgy And Design

Univeristy of Idaho
Moscow
06-2021

Skills

  • Menu development
  • Inventory management
  • Food safety compliance
  • Culinary technique
  • Cost control
  • Kitchen operations
  • Team collaboration
  • Quality assurance
  • Staff training
  • Time management
  • Effective communication
  • Leadership skills
  • Butchery skills
  • Food presentation
  • Customer service
  • Portion control
  • Knife skills
  • Catering background
  • Seafood preparation
  • Ingredient knowledge
  • Safe handling
  • Team leadership

Affiliations

  • Volunteer with Special Olympics
  • Organize fundraisers for the local Special Olympics Club
  • Create dinners for the chamber of commerce, welcome to Moscow Dinners
  • Assisting Lodge Pole with private events

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Limited

Certification

  • Food Service License
  • First Aid Certified
  • Journeyman's License from New York in the Culinary Arts
  • 32 class certifications from the Culinary Institute of America
  • Earned a Michelin star while Chef De' Cuisine at Aquavit

Hobbies

  • I spend time exploring different techniques and experimenting with fusion dishes.
  • I go around learning about the local ingredients and the history and science behind them.
  • I love to get together with friends and play games and cook my new ideas for them.

Timeline

Sous Chef

Lodge Pole
02.2023 - 12.2024

Executive Chef

Menin Hospitality
01.2016 - 12.2021

Sous Chef

Think Food Group LLC
07.2012 - 12.2015

Master of Arts - Virtual Technology And Design

University of Idaho

Bachelor of Arts - Virtual Technolgy And Design

Univeristy of Idaho
Steven Frank