DANIEL ROWE
Chicago
Summary
Seasoned food service professional with a focus in wine pairing and curating memorable guest experiences. Known for effective collaboration and teamwork. Former back of house experience supports extensive food knowledge.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Food & Beverage Director
Steppenwolf Theatre Company
Chicago
08.2022 - Current
- Curates engaging patron pathways and full-service menu for three theaters, accommodating up to 1000 patrons.
- Executes consistent food production while adhering to portion controls and recipes to manage costs.
- Maintains high standards of food safety and sanitation throughout all operations.
- Hires, trains, and develops a team of 20 part-time unionized employees to deliver world class customer service.
Executive Chef /Owner
Hinton Cannery
Chicago
05.2015 - 07.2022
- Managed production and quality control, ensuring food costing accuracy and effective inventory management to optimize resources.
- Hired, trained, coached, and developed production and market staff to build a skilled and efficient team.
- Implementation of business, marketing, sales, and distribution strategies.
- Formulated and tested recipes for pickled fruits, pickled vegetables, relishes, and jams to ensure product quality and flavor consistency.
Resturant Manager
Neiman Marcus
Northbrook
08.2018 - 09.2020
- Managed scheduling, P&L, budgets, food costing, and inventory while effectively communicating with various management teams.
- Maintained quality controls to ensure world class customer service standards.
- Executed health and safety regulations by conducting regular inspections.
- Design, cost, and execute custom menus for vendor events and private clients.
Production Manager
Rare Bird Preserves
Oak Park
05.2014 - 12.2015
- Managed quality control over entire product line, oversight of recipe testing, and new product creation.
- Managed production practices, sanitation, and staffing to ensure operational efficiency and product quality.
- Coordinated shipping and receiving of products, maintaining accurate invoicing and streamlining order management processes.
- Acted as product expert at trade shows and farmers markets, engaging customers and providing informative product insights.
Pastry Cook
Westtown Bakery
Chicago
04.2013 - 05.2014
- Produced wholesale items, including cupcakes, muffins, cookies, and macarons, ensuring consistency in quality and presentation.
- Prepared, served, and maintained dessert service station at Homestead on the Roof, contributing to efficient service and customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with team to develop a gourmet ice cream line, enhancing dessert offerings and customer experience.
Education
L' Art Du Patisserie -
The French Pastry School
Chicago, IL07-2013
Skills
- Wine and food pairing
- Pastry expertise
- Culinary curation
- Menu development
- Food safety compliance
- Inventory management
- Customer service excellence
- Team collaboration
Certification
• ServeSafe Food Safety Manager
• Illinois Alcohol Certification - Basset
• Allergen Awareness Certification
• Illinois Alcohol Certification - Basset
• Allergen Awareness Certification
Wine - Certifications
- Certified Sommelier, Court of Master Sommeliers
- WSET Level 2 Award in Wine
Timeline
Food & Beverage Director
Steppenwolf Theatre Company
08.2022 - Current
Resturant Manager
Neiman Marcus
08.2018 - 09.2020
Executive Chef /Owner
Hinton Cannery
05.2015 - 07.2022
Production Manager
Rare Bird Preserves
05.2014 - 12.2015
Pastry Cook
Westtown Bakery
04.2013 - 05.2014
L' Art Du Patisserie -
The French Pastry School