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Casey Pultorak

Charlotte

Summary

Experienced cook with extensive restaurant background in Charlotte, seeking opportunities in Philadelphia. Proven ability to think critically and creatively in fast-paced environments. Strong work ethic and dedication to culinary excellence.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Sous Chef

Noble Food and Pursuits (The Jimmy)
Charlotte
05.2023 - Current
  • Ordering, Scheduling, Invoice Accounting, Employee Hiring, and Seasonal Menu Changes within one of the largest food groups in Charlotte.
  • Gained much experience with a variety of extruded and filled pastas, working with wood fire, and working with multiple local purveyors all at high volume.

Kitchen Manager

Midnight Mulligan Brewery
10.2022 - 05.2023
  • Food Ordering, Recipe/Cost Management, Scheduling.
  • Initial management experience coordinating a team to create and execute consistent and signature food for dinner, lunch, brunch, and catered events.

Line Cook

Good Food on Montford
04.2022 - 10.2022
  • Line cook, Garde Manger/Fry.
  • Working with finer ingredients to execute detailed and thoughtful petite dishes.

Line Lead

Olde Mecklenburg Brewery
04.2020 - 04.2022
  • Line cook, Expo/Control.
  • Executing fresh, handmade product in an extremely high-volume environment.

Cook/Prep

Queen City Gourmet & Craft
05.2019 - 03.2020
  • Prep/Line Cook, Expo, Dishwasher.
  • Initial scratch-kitchen experience in a casual, free-form eatery.

Cook/Prep

Hickory Tavern
11.2018 - 04.2019
  • Prep/Line Cook, Dishwasher.
  • Initial BOH training, using customer experience to cook efficiently.

Education

High School Diploma -

Sun Valley High School
06-2013

Skills

Time Management

Focused and able to work quickly under pressure Experienced with high-volume uniform prep/line cooking, whilst maintaining attention to detail and cleanliness Able to multi-task and perform duties in a timely manner

Passion

Mindful of technique and always open to learn more efficient processes to get the best work done Appreciative of good quality ingredients, and always looking for new ways to creatively use them Eager to make connections with peers who share the same ambition and mentality

Experience

Extremely familiar with industry standard food handling and holding practices Works cleanly and in tandem with other coworkers to create consistent, safe, and quality product Willing to adjust methods accordingly to achieve a mutual goal Able to direct and control an operating kitchen at high volume

Dedication

Driven to create beautiful, delicious food Always willing to gain more knowledge and hands-on experience Determined to be as efficient as possible in any situation Dependable and dedicated toward the team’s greatest interests and goals

Timeline

Sous Chef

Noble Food and Pursuits (The Jimmy)
05.2023 - Current

Kitchen Manager

Midnight Mulligan Brewery
10.2022 - 05.2023

Line Cook

Good Food on Montford
04.2022 - 10.2022

Line Lead

Olde Mecklenburg Brewery
04.2020 - 04.2022

Cook/Prep

Queen City Gourmet & Craft
05.2019 - 03.2020

Cook/Prep

Hickory Tavern
11.2018 - 04.2019

High School Diploma -

Sun Valley High School
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