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Hailey Watson

Senior Sous Chef
Barboursville,VA

Summary

Professional chef with deep expertise in high-volume, fine dining environments. Proven ability to lead kitchen teams, and ensure exceptional guest experiences. Strong focus on team collaboration, flexibility, and delivering consistently high-quality results. Skilled in menu planning, food safety, cost control, and culinary arts. Recognized for reliability and adaptability in dynamic settings.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Banquet Chef/Senior Sous Chef

Early Mountain Vineyards
Madison, VA
07.2021 - Current
  • Lead and mentor kitchen staff, including prep cooks and support teams, to ensure operational excellence and adherence to culinary standards.
  • Oversee daily procurement and inventory management of produce, proteins, and other ingredients to optimize stock levels and control costs.
  • Supervise kitchen opening and closing procedures, maintaining rigorous sanitation, safety, and organizational standards.
  • Facilitate effective communication and collaboration between front-of-house (FOH) and back-of-house (BOH) teams to deliver seamless service during high-volume day and evening operations.
  • Drive quality control initiatives, ensuring all menu items meet elevated standards of taste, presentation, and consistency across diverse banquet offerings.
  • Plan, coordinate, and execute large-scale banquet events, including weddings for 200+ guests, family-style functions, cooking classes, wine dinners, and multi-course private dinners.
  • Manage event ordering and logistics, ensuring timely delivery and flawless execution of all culinary aspects.
  • Conduct monthly inventory audits, and assist in budgeting to optimize food cost efficiency and minimize waste.

Head Catering Coordinator/Shift Lead/Training Assistant

Panera Bread
Charlottesville, Virginia
12.2016 - 02.2021
  • Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
  • Motivated employees to improve performance with close mentoring and hands-on training.
  • Ensured seamless execution of events with diligent planning and attention to detail.
  • Adapted quickly to last-minute changes in event requirements, maintaining high levels of client satisfaction.
  • Enhanced event success by coordinating with clients and understanding their specific catering needs.
  • Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
  • Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
  • Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
  • Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.

Office Assistant

Roto-Rooter
Stanardsville, Virginia
05.2017 - 08.2019
  • Achieved high levels of accuracy in data entry tasks while adhering to strict deadlines.
  • Facilitated smooth operations by efficiently handling incoming mail, phone calls, and visitor inquiries.
  • Expedited document processing with accurate data entry and timely filing.
  • Improved data accuracy, entering and updating records in database with keen eye for detail.
  • Facilitated better customer service by promptly addressing inquiries and concerns via phone and email.

Education

Fine Arts

Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, Virginia
01.2020

High School Diploma -

William Monroe High School
Standardsville, Virginia
05.2019

Skills

  • Kitchen management

  • Food presentation

  • Sanitation procedures

  • Health code compliance

  • Allergen awareness

  • Banquet preparation

  • Team building and development

  • Customer service

  • Food preparing, plating, and presentation

  • Nutritional knowledge

  • Knife skills

Certification

Serve Safe

Timeline

Lead Banquet Chef/Senior Sous Chef

Early Mountain Vineyards
07.2021 - Current

Office Assistant

Roto-Rooter
05.2017 - 08.2019

Head Catering Coordinator/Shift Lead/Training Assistant

Panera Bread
12.2016 - 02.2021

Fine Arts

Virginia Commonwealth University

High School Diploma -

William Monroe High School

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