Guy Spottswood
Ruther Glen
Summary
Dynamic Executive Chef with expertise in inventory management, food safety compliance, and menu development. Proven ability to lead kitchen operations and train staff to uphold high-quality food production standards.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Chef
Warriors Heart
Milford
10.2023 - 12.2025
- Managed inventory and ordered supplies to maintain stock levels and minimize waste.
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient operations and high-quality food production.
- Implemented food safety protocols to comply with health regulations and standards.
- Directed kitchen staff in food preparation and presentation to ensure high quality standards were met.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
Director of Food and Beverage
Mattaponi Spring Golf Club
Ruther Glen
07.2022 - 10.2023
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Responsible for the total operation of the culinary/catering department.
- Created and costed new menus in order to promote higher revenue across the clubhouse, restaurant, and lodge catering events.
- Trained all employees on the proper cooking procedures and presentation of all food and beverage items.
- Controlled inventory and ordering on a weekly/monthly basis to stay within budgetary limits.
- Monitored and complied with all federal, state, and local regulations in the safety of food handling.
- I was constantly looking for ways to improve our food and beverage menu selections to capture greater revenue.
Sous Chef
Auburn Hill Senior Living
Midlothian
06.2020 - 07.2022
- Developed weekly menus focusing on nutrition and resident preferences.
- Trained new cooks on food safety standards and kitchen procedures.
- Collaborated with dietary staff to accommodate special dietary needs of residents.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations and maintained a clean kitchen environment.
- Assisted in budgeting for food costs and supplies for the dining program.
- Coordinated catering services for special events within the senior living community.
- Directed kitchen staff in day-to-day operations including food production, sanitation, safety practices, and personnel management.
- Collaborated with Executive Chef to create innovative dishes for special events.
- Ensured food preparation and presentation met high standards of quality and sanitation.
- Assisted in menu development and recipe testing.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate supplies on hand.
- Conducted frequent line checks to keep food at proper temperatures in holding zones.
- Enforced portion control guidelines to minimize costs associated with overproduction.
- Assisted with interviewing, hiring and training kitchen personnel.
Sous Chef
Lakewood Manor Senior Living
Richmond
05.2013 - 08.2017
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and service.
- Managed inventory to maintain optimal stock levels and minimize waste.
- Collaborated with dietary staff to accommodate special dietary needs of residents.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations and maintained a clean kitchen environment.
- Directed kitchen staff in day-to-day operations including food production, sanitation, safety practices, and personnel management.
- Ensured food preparation and presentation met high standards of quality and sanitation.
- Complied with all health department regulations regarding proper food handling methods.
Education
High School Diploma -
Poughkeepsie High
New York, NY06-1986
Some College (No Degree) - Culinary Arts
Stratford University
Virgilina, VASkills
- Inventory management
- Food safety compliance
- Menu development
- Catering coordination
- Staff training
- Effective communication
References
References available upon request.
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteTimeline
Executive Chef
Warriors Heart
10.2023 - 12.2025
Director of Food and Beverage
Mattaponi Spring Golf Club
07.2022 - 10.2023
Sous Chef
Auburn Hill Senior Living
06.2020 - 07.2022
Sous Chef
Lakewood Manor Senior Living
05.2013 - 08.2017
High School Diploma -
Poughkeepsie High
Some College (No Degree) - Culinary Arts
Stratford University