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Work History
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Laura Denett

Michigan City

Summary

Hardworking, passionate chef who loves what they do and will deliver exceptional results. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring consistent excellence in fast-paced, changing environments. Known for leadership, creativity, menu development and maintaining high standards in all culinary operations.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager

Little Caesars Pizza
Michigan City, IN
04.2012 - 06.2013
  • Oversaw daily operations
  • Managed inventory control
  • Trained staff
  • Developed employee schedules.
  • Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations
  • Enhanced customer service protocols
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Cross-trained employees
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • In charge of keeping an accurate count of money, cash drawers, and deposits.
  • Heir/ fire employees

Sous Chef

Shoreline Brewery
Michigan City, IN
06.2012 - 02.2017
  • Supervised kitchen operations, ensuring timely meal preparation and high-quality food presentation.
  • Trained and mentored kitchen staff
  • Developed new menu items using seasonal ingredients.
  • Coordinated with front-of-house staff to ensure a smooth service, addressing any customer concerns.
  • Contributed to menu design and weekly specials.
  • Lead by example in maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene.
  • Improved efficiency in kitchen, organizing workflow to ensure timely preparation and delivery of dishes.
  • Set high standards for presentation of food
  • Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
  • Assisted with menu development and planning.
  • Worked closely with front-of-house staff to understand and be able to explain what dishes are.
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering.
  • Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
  • Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
  • Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, and consistency.
  • Implemented food cost and waste reduction to save money.
  • Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
  • Developed new recipes and flavor combinations
  • Assisted in managing catering events (menus, ordering, set up/break down, ect,)
  • Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods.
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.

Sous Chef

Blue Chip Casino
Michigan City, IN
06.2017 - 01.2020
  • Trained and mentored kitchen staff
  • Developed new menu items using seasonal and local ingredients
  • Managed inventory and ordered supplies,
  • Implemented food safety protocols: health regulations and enhancing hygiene standards.
  • Assisted in managing catering events for large-scale meal services.
  • Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods.
  • Maintained open lines of communication with front-of-house management.
  • lead by example in maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene.
  • Developed successful kitchen waste management program.
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering.
  • Worked with team members to prepare orders on time.
  • Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
  • Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
  • Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings.
  • Maintained strict guidelines and regulations throughout daily operations
  • Contributed to successful catering events by coordinating meal prep and execution on or off site.
  • Led kitchen team during high-volume service times,
  • Monitored food production
  • Assisted with menu development and planning.
  • Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
  • Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.

Sous Chef

Shoreline Brewery
Michigan City, IN
01.2020 - 12.2024

Same as the previous time I was employed.

Lead Line Cook

Olympia Lanes
Michigan City, IN
07.2025 - Current
  • Supervised daily kitchen operations, timely meal preparation and quality standards.
  • Trained cooks on techniques and safety protocols.
  • Help maintain inventory levels and minimize food waste.
  • Monitored food safety compliance
  • Keep positive working atmosphere among kitchen staff and a strong sense of teamwork.
  • Maintaine well-stocked stations
  • Assisted with catering events
  • Portion control
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory and supply ordering
  • Fill in when someone calls off
  • Followed company recipes and production standards to satisfy customers.

Education

High School Diploma -

Michigan City High School
Michigan City, IN
06-2012

Skills

  • Decision-making
  • Team leadership
  • Food safety: allergen awareness, temperature, preparation, storage
  • Kitchen organization
  • Inventory management
  • Recipe development
  • Hiring, training, and development
  • Catering and events
  • Quality control
  • Positive and professional
  • Detail-oriented
  • Have passion and love for what I do

Timeline

Lead Line Cook

Olympia Lanes
07.2025 - Current

Sous Chef

Shoreline Brewery
01.2020 - 12.2024

Sous Chef

Blue Chip Casino
06.2017 - 01.2020

Sous Chef

Shoreline Brewery
06.2012 - 02.2017

Manager

Little Caesars Pizza
04.2012 - 06.2013

High School Diploma -

Michigan City High School
Laura Denett