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Travis Hall-Fleenor

Chicago

Summary

Creative and passionate chef with experience in leading kitchen operations, menu development, and team management. Skilled in crafting innovative dishes that cater to diverse palates while ensuring high standards of food safety and quality. Demonstrated ability to improve kitchen efficiency and enhance dining experiences through effective leadership and culinary skills. Successfully elevated guest satisfaction by consistently delivering exceptional meals and fostering a positive working environment for the culinary team.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Sous Chef

The Gage
Chicago
02.2025 - Current
  • Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
  • Determined schedules and staff requirements necessary to prepare and plate food.
  • Coordinated ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of food items.
  • Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
  • Trained and supervised line cooks to develop new skills and improve team performance.
  • Conducted frequent line checks to keep food at proper temperatures in holding zones.
  • Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
  • Developed daily specials utilizing seasonal ingredients.

Sous Chef

Grill on 21
Chicago
09.2022 - 01.2024
  • Trained new hires in proper cooking techniques and recipes.
  • Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
  • Contributed to the successful execution of catered events from start to finish.
  • Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
  • Oversaw kitchen employee scheduling to meet coverage needs and avoid wasted labor.
  • Supervised food preparation staff to deliver high-quality results.

Line Cook

Monteverde Group
Chicago
02.2021 - 08.2022
  • Assisted in restocking kitchen supplies when necessary.
  • Kept work area clean at all times by sweeping floors, wiping down counters, tables with sanitizer solution and washing dishes, utensils properly after each shift.
  • Stored foods in designated areas by following standard wrapping, dating and rotation procedures.
  • Ensured all food was cooked to the correct temperature as per health code regulations.
  • Helped other staff members complete job tasks during peak times to keep kitchen running efficiently.

Chef De Tournant

Boka Restaurant Group
Chicago
10.2017 - 03.2020
  • Worked at Gt prime from 0ct 2017 - Oct 2018
  • worked at Momotaro Oct 2018 - Mar 2020
  • Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
  • Performed other related duties as assigned by the Head Chef or Kitchen Manager.

Line Cook

Boka Restaurant Group
Chicago
04.2014 - 10.2017
  • Maily worked at Little Goat Diner from April 2014 to July 2017.
  • Worked part-time as a butcher at Girl and the Goat, May 2015 - Sep 2015.
  • Worked as a cook at Duck Duck Goat, February 2017 - October 2017.

Line Cook

Mity Nice
Chicago
03.2013 - 04.2014
  • Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
  • Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.
  • Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
  • Performed workstation prep prior to shift start.

Skills

  • Dish preparation
  • Recipe creation
  • Plating
  • Safety management
  • Order delivery practices
  • Menu planning
  • Positive and professional
  • Team leadership
  • Seafood preparation
  • Kitchen management
  • Kitchen organization
  • Knife skills
  • Allergen awareness
  • Butchery skills
  • Station oversight
  • Staff motivation

Timeline

Sous Chef

The Gage
02.2025 - Current

Sous Chef

Grill on 21
09.2022 - 01.2024

Line Cook

Monteverde Group
02.2021 - 08.2022

Chef De Tournant

Boka Restaurant Group
10.2017 - 03.2020

Line Cook

Boka Restaurant Group
04.2014 - 10.2017

Line Cook

Mity Nice
03.2013 - 04.2014

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