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Nick Konyha

Nashville

Summary

Dynamic Senior cook with a proven track record at Flora and Fauna Nashville, excelling in culinary menu planning and recipe creation. Adept at training staff and enhancing kitchen efficiency, I consistently deliver high-quality dishes while fostering a collaborative team environment. Recognized for innovative food presentation and effective forecasting skills.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Chef

Flora and Fauna Nashville
01.2023 - Current
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Arranged for kitchen equipment maintenance and repair when needed.
  • Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
  • Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.

Plumber

Hillers Plumbing
01.2019 - 01.2023
  • Independently worked on projects, while offering process coordination and cooperation with other teams.
  • Offered guidance and training to junior team members.
  • Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
  • Repaired plumbing systems, components, and equipment.

Plumber

Randy's Plumbing
01.2015 - 01.2021
  • Communicated with customers to provide recommendations on repairs, determine project estimation costs and define project completion dates.
  • Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
  • Obtained precise results by performing accurate hydrotesting.
  • Inspected structures to avoid any obstruction and delays throughout project.
  • Selected type and size of piping required for each project.
  • Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.

Cook

Frothy Monkey
01.2013 - 01.2018
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN

Skills

  • Recipe creation
  • Culinary menu planning
  • Forecasting and planning
  • Food presentation

Timeline

Senior Chef

Flora and Fauna Nashville
01.2023 - Current

Plumber

Hillers Plumbing
01.2019 - 01.2023

Plumber

Randy's Plumbing
01.2015 - 01.2021

Cook

Frothy Monkey
01.2013 - 01.2018

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

Middle Tennessee State University
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