QUEON CALHOUN
Charlotte
Summary
Dynamic Executive Sous Chef with a proven track record at Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse, excelling in menu planning and staff training. Expert in food cost management, achieving over $9 million in sales in 2024. Renowned for exceptional leadership and culinary skills, driving team success in high-pressure environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Sous Chef
Del Friscos Double Eagle steakhouse
Charlotte
06.2021 - Current
- Conducted daily critical walk-throughs for opening and closing operations.
- Hired, trained, and led culinary teams to achieve operational excellence.
- Oversaw all back-of-house (BOH) operations to ensure efficiency and compliance.
- Maintained OSHA standards within kitchen environment to promote safety.
- Created spreadsheets for line checks and prep lists to optimize workflow.
- Managed food costs, inventory, and procurement of supplies effectively.
- Executed daily food preparations alongside prep team and line cooks.
- Planned menus for private events, catering, and offsite functions.
Sous Chef
The Capital Grille
Charlotte
07.2018 - 05.2021
- Managed kitchen operations and supervised 20 back-of-house team members.
- Executed daily inspections to maintain a kitchen ready for quality assurance.
- Conducted weekly inventory audits to control food costs and minimize waste.
- Developed and maintained low food cost percentages through effective inventory management.
- Coordinated staff scheduling to ensure full coverage during peak hours.
- Planned and executed successful events and banquets, meeting all client expectations.
- Traveled to various locations for managerial duties and grand opening events, fostering best practices.
- Ordered supplies from multiple distributors, ensuring timely delivery of all kitchen essentials.
Skills
- Menu planning
- Staff training
- Food cost management
- Inventory control
- Food safety compliance
- Event coordination
- Butchering steaks and fish cutting
- P&L management
Websites
Timeline
Executive Sous Chef
Del Friscos Double Eagle steakhouse
06.2021 - Current
Sous Chef
The Capital Grille
07.2018 - 05.2021