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Denny Iraheta

Chelsea

Summary

Dynamic Executive Chef with a proven track record at Five Horses Tavern, excelling in menu development and cost control. Expert in food safety and team leadership, I foster a collaborative kitchen environment while optimizing inventory management. Committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences and maximizing customer satisfaction through innovative culinary creations.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Chef

Five Horses Tavern
2021 - Current
  • Developed and executed seasonal menus to enhance guest dining experiences.
  • Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to food safety standards and operational efficiency.
  • Implemented cost control measures to optimize food inventory management and reduce waste.
  • Trained and mentored junior chefs, fostering a collaborative and creative kitchen environment.
  • Collaborated with vendors to source high-quality ingredients while maintaining budgetary constraints.
  • Delivered excellent food quality and maximized customer satisfaction by preparing meals according to customer requests.

Sous Chef

Five Horses Tavern
03.2020 - 2022
  • Assisted in menu planning and development to enhance seasonal offerings.
  • Supervised kitchen staff to ensure adherence to safety and sanitation standards.
  • Coordinated food preparation activities, optimizing workflow for peak service times.
  • Trained junior chefs on cooking techniques and kitchen equipment use.
  • Evaluated dish presentations to maintain high culinary standards and guest satisfaction.

Kitchen Manager

WordenHall
07.2019 - 2020
  • Oversaw daily kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Managed inventory levels, optimizing food costs and minimizing waste.
  • Trained and mentored staff on culinary techniques and kitchen procedures.
  • Developed menus that aligned with seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
  • Implemented quality control measures to maintain high food standards.

Line Supervisor

WordenHall
04.2019 - 2020
  • Supervised daily operations to ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.
  • Coordinated workflows among team members to optimize production efficiency.
  • Trained new employees on equipment usage and company protocols.
  • Monitored performance metrics to identify areas for process improvement.

Line Cook

WordenHall
02.2016 - 2018
  • Right now I'm in charge of everything from the kitchen orders. Inventory. Specials. And menu changes.
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors, negotiating competitive prices on ingredients and supplies.
  • Maximized profitability by effectively managing food costs through portion control and minimizing waste.

Education

High School Diploma -

Chelsea High School
Chelsea, MA
11.2018

Skills

  • Food safety
  • Menu planning
  • Cost control
  • Menu development
  • Hospitality service expertise
  • Strong work ethic
  • ServSafe certification
  • Inventory control
  • Team leadership
  • Kitchen management
  • Operations management
  • Kitchen staff management
  • Food prep planning
  • Special events
  • Staff training
  • Inventory management
  • Food presentation
  • Recipe creation
  • Recipes and menu planning
  • Menu supervision
  • Food service safety training
  • Order management
  • BOH operations

Timeline

Sous Chef

Five Horses Tavern
03.2020 - 2022

Kitchen Manager

WordenHall
07.2019 - 2020

Line Supervisor

WordenHall
04.2019 - 2020

Line Cook

WordenHall
02.2016 - 2018

Executive Chef

Five Horses Tavern
2021 - Current

High School Diploma -

Chelsea High School

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