Derek Edwards
Arden
Summary
High-performing individual with extensive background in culinary arts, managing kitchen staff and inventory. Minor background in trade and technical work. love working with my hands and building things, wanting to expand on the skills necessary to achieve a personal goal of building my own home.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Salary Chef Manager
Plant
03.2017 - Current
- Anything and everything the restaurant needed, overtime, special events and emergency supply runs.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries.
- Developed close relationships with suppliers and wild foragers to source fresh ingredients.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen areas, coolers, storage and office.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
- Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
- Collaborated with owner to define strategic objectives and align goals with company vision.
Assistant Kitchen Manager
O'Charley's Restaurant & Bar
07.2014 - 12.2016
- Developed kitchen staff of 20+ through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Coordinated inventory management, reducing waste.
- Managed daily kitchen operations, delegating tasks among staff members to optimize workflow.
Tool Technician and Automation Engineer
Beach Mold & Tool
11.2010 - 06.2014
- Acquired skills in electrical box wiring and basic computer programming.
- Operated CNC machines, fabricating fixtures from CAD blueprints with precision.
- Implemented air pressure valves and color sensors to enhance part quality.
- Trained technicians on mold setup and maintenance, building a skilled workforce.
- Diagnosed and repaired molding malfunctions, installed up to 5 molds a day
Crew Member Team Leader
Arby's
04.2008 - 11.2010
- Ensured exceptional customer service and food quality through daily operations oversight.
- Trained new employees on operational procedures and safety protocols effectively.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly to enhance satisfaction and foster loyalty.
- Executed restaurant closing procedures, including cash deposits and daily setup.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary And Hospitality Management
Sullivan University
Louisville, KY12-2017
High School Diploma -
New Albany High School
New Albany, IN12-2010
Skills
- Electrical wiring
- Forklift and crane operation
- Minor welding
- Multitasking Abilities
- Decision-making
- Computer literacy
- Equipment Repair
- Blueprint reading
- Minor programming
- Supply ordering
- Menu planning
- Recruiting and hiring
Certification
- Serve Safe
- Forklift (expired)
- CPR/ First Aid(expired)
Timeline
Salary Chef Manager
Plant
03.2017 - Current
Assistant Kitchen Manager
O'Charley's Restaurant & Bar
07.2014 - 12.2016
Tool Technician and Automation Engineer
Beach Mold & Tool
11.2010 - 06.2014
Crew Member Team Leader
Arby's
04.2008 - 11.2010
Associate of Arts - Culinary And Hospitality Management
Sullivan University
High School Diploma -
New Albany High School