Ruoyuan Deng
Louisville
Summary
Experienced sous chef with a track record of successfully managing diverse culinary outlets, specializing in fine dining. Adept at leading teams to uphold high standards in presentation and taste. Seeking an opportunity to contribute culinary expertise, leadership, and a commitment to excellence to a team.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sous Chef
Galt House Swizzle
Louisville
01.2024 - Current
- Oversee daily kitchen operations and manage a diverse team in a fast-paced culinary environment. Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
- Develop and implement standards for purchasing, receiving, and food storage to optimize operations. Analyzed recipes to determine menu prices based on cost of food, labor and overhead.
- Collaborate in menu development and presentation, ensuring artistic, high-quality culinary offerings.
- Lead continuous training sessions for kitchen staff, and manage hazardous materials and equipment maintenance.
- Engage with guests to answer questions about cooking processes, taste profiles, and dietary needs. Adjusted recipes as needed to accommodate dietary restrictions or allergies.
Sous Chef
BHG Malone's
Louisville
06.2021 - 12.2023
- Contributed to a successful restaurant launch, and received a promotion to Sous Chef within three months of opening in August 2021.
- Managed daily kitchen operations, maintaining an inclusive, high-performance atmosphere.
- Assisted in creating chef specials, and overseeing food presentation and quality.
- Trained and supervised line cooks to develop new skills and improve team performance. Scheduled shifts for kitchen staff according to restaurant needs.
- Conducted staff training, enforced safety protocols, and maintained excellent equipment conditions.
- Acted as a key liaison between the kitchen and guests by addressing inquiries and accommodating dietary requirements.
Line Cook
The Cheesecake Factory
Louisville
03.2018 - 05.2021
- Prepared and served a variety of dishes, specializing in grill, fry, and broil stations.
- Maintained clean and sanitary workstations, contributing to the overall cleanliness of the kitchen.
- Collaborated with the team to exceed kitchen expectations, working in various areas and departments as needed.
- Trained new team members on all kitchen stations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Murray State University
Murray, KY06-2014
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Fujian Normal University
China09.2009
Skills
- Organize and plan to achieve goals
- Culinary Leadership
- Menu diversification
- Team Management
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Food hygiene inspections
- Stock Control and Ordering
- Multinational team collaboration
- Training and Development
- Computer Proficiency
- Knowledge and passion for diverse global cuisines
- Proficient in Microsoft Office: MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel
Certification
ServSafe workplace certification, 5781402
Accomplishments
- Successfully opened BHG Malone's in Louisville in August 2021, achieving promotion to sous chef within 3 months.
- Contributed to the opening of The Cheesecake Factory at Grand Rapids, MI in November 2020.
- Awarded 'Trainer of the Quarter' for two quarters at The Cheesecake Factory.
- Dean's List at Murray State University, Fall 2011 – Spring 2014.
- Dean's List at Fujian Normal University.
- Graduated with honors under Outdoor Leaders Course (NCOBS, 04/2014).
References
- Jimmy Huston, Director of Restaurants and Bars, (502) 568-4221, jhuston@galthotel.com
- Calvin Strickland, Managing Partner of Malone’s Louisville, (859) 338-9940, cstrickland@bhglex.com
- Dave Cupolo, Executive Chef Malone’s Louisville, (502) 618-0702, davec@bhglex.com
- Brooke Mann, Executive Kitchen Manager of The Cheesecake Factory, (502) 807-7346
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin)
Full Professional
Timeline
Sous Chef
Galt House Swizzle
01.2024 - Current
Sous Chef
BHG Malone's
06.2021 - 12.2023
Line Cook
The Cheesecake Factory
03.2018 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Murray State University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Fujian Normal University
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