Private Chef tariq Philadelphia, PA, United States

food is my life

Comfort food

Tariq Sous Chef/Catering Manager 2273 N. Bancroft St - Philadelphia, PA 19132 lewiscatering18@gmail.com - (267) 584-2179 A dedicated, hardworking, and detail oriented chef who is passionate about producing high quality  food and cooking. I have 10 years of professional experience in culinary arts & training preparing  a wide variety of soups, entrees, appetizers, and sauces.    HIGHLIGHTS     • Kitchen Management • Special Events and Catering  • Meal Preparation • Cost Containment and Reduction  • Project Management • Staff Leadership and Training  • Purchasing and Inventory Control • Unique Menu Design Work Experience Sous Chef/Catering Manager ARAMARK  -   Lawrenceville, NJ 2012 to Present Oversees all production for operation  • Prepares and cooks complete meals such as sauces, soups, meats, poultry and fish dishes  • Provides high quality food in a professional and efficient manner and in compliance with all health and safety regulations  • Develops, manages, and motivates staff and provides culinary leadership in a high volume account  • Instructs/trains cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food  • Management of back of the house kitchen staff and on floor stations Sous Chef-Hall of Fame Club Level ARAMARK  -   Philadelphia, PA 2004 to 2012 Managed personnel/Catering team leader  • Implemented diverse menus  • ensured staff and food safety  • menu costing and inventory  • traveled for various Aramark accounts

American, BBQ, Caribbean, Chinese, Soul/Southern, Vegan