Tabitha Lee
Lenoir City
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience as Head Chef at Mother Hubbards, excelling in menu development and inventory management. Proven track record of enhancing food quality and guest satisfaction while maintaining strict food safety standards. Adept at cost management and leading teams in high-pressure environments.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Derno's Chicago
Chicago
01.2024 - 06.2025
- Prepared and executed a variety of dishes in a high-volume kitchen.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations.
- Ensured that food safety and hygiene standards were met.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to manage inventory and ordering supplies.
- Assisted in developing daily specials and menu items.
Head Chef
Mother Hubbards
Chicago
05.2018 - 01.2024
- Managed all kitchen operations, including food preparation, staffing, and inventory control.
- Created and updated seasonal menus focused on quality and cost-efficiency.
- Supervised and trained kitchen staff to maintain high standards of food safety and culinary execution.
- Ensured consistent food quality, portion control, and presentation under high-volume conditions.
- Collaborated with front-of-house management to optimize guest satisfaction and streamline service.
Chef
Closet Bar and Grill
Chicago
03.1993 - 12.2023
- Prepared and cooked menu items following established recipes and presentation standards.
- Assisted in inventory management, including tracking stock levels and ordering supplies.
- Collaborated with team members to execute meal service during peak hours efficiently.
- Maintained food safety practices while handling ingredients and serving dishes.
Chef
Jam Productions
Chicago
02.1990 - 07.1999
- Prepared and served meals for cast, crew, and talent during film shoots and concert events.
- Managed on-site catering operations in fast-paced, mobile environments with tight schedules.
- Developed menus accommodating diverse dietary needs (e.g., vegan, gluten-free, halal).
- Coordinated food delivery, setup, and breakdown for multiple locations during tours and filming.
- Maintained strict health and safety standards in varying environments.
Education
Washburne Trade
Chicago, IL01-1993
Carl Shurz High
Chicago, IL01-1987
Skills
- Food preparation
- Menu development
- Inventory management
- Food safety
- Quality control
- Cost management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Chef
Derno's Chicago
01.2024 - 06.2025
Head Chef
Mother Hubbards
05.2018 - 01.2024
Chef
Closet Bar and Grill
03.1993 - 12.2023
Chef
Jam Productions
02.1990 - 07.1999
Washburne Trade
Carl Shurz High
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