Thomas e.

smith
4871 Klosterman Oaks Blvd
Palm Harbor,Florida 34683
727-804-5905

June 16, 2010

To: Whom it may concern,

I am writing in reference for a possible Executive Chef position wi
th your organization.I am energetic, flexible individual with initiative and pra
ctical experience who can make a valuable contribution to the growth of your com
pany.
My back round has provided me with a solid experience as a working chef ,coupled
with a through knowledge of the food and beverage industry.I feel the skills I
have learned can be an asset to your business. Enclosed is a resume summarizing
my work experience and achievements for your review. Please contact me at your e
arliest convenience to schedule an interview.
Sincerely
Thomas E. Smith
Thomas E. Smith

Thomas E. Smith
4871 Klosterman Oaks Blvd
Palm Harbor,Fl 34683
Phone (727)-804-5905
E-Mail ts608e40@westpost.net
Professional Profile
Executive Chef
25 Years OF Experience as a leader in the culinary arts industry.Thrives in fast
- paced environment where handling multple concurrent priorities is the norm.
? Purchasing Agent
? Results Driven
? Food Coast Control
? Team Bulider
? Mentoring & Coaching
? Ice Sculptor
? Creative Menu Design
? Organizational Improvement
? Quality Control

Selected Achievements
Redirected the sales focus to the higher margin products in the food and beverag
e department.
Result:showed a profit of $23,000 vs. the $75,000 loss the year prior.
Established training & mentoring programs with regular reviews and assessments.
Result:Decreased the turnover rate with the staff,allowing for continued success
with service standards.
Established a new heart healthy menu.
Result:a 20 % increase in business after nine months.
Displayed consistency in personal work ethics,product quality and presentation,t
raining and mentoring skills.
Result:2004 &2005 Team Excellence Award.
Improved purching drop rate ratios.
Result:reduction in food cost from 39% to 34% average.
Professional Experience
Bobby?s Bistro/Beachcomber Restaurant,Clearwater Beach Fl
2009-present
Chef
Countryside Country Club,Clearwater,Fl
2001-2009
Executive Chef
Bayou Country Club,Largo,Fl
2000-2001
Executive Chef
Beachcomber Restaurant/Bobby?s Bistro,Clearwater Beach, FL
1999-2000
Line Cook
Holiday Inn,Shephards,Embassy Suites
1996-1999
Chef
Belleair Country Club,Belleair,Fl
1978-1996
Executive Chef 85-96,Sous Chef 80-85,Line Cook 78-80
2nd place at ACF-1980

Education

Culinary Institute of Arts-Continuing Education Courses

References

References are available upon request.