Brent Rutledge
Omaha,NE
Summary
Dynamic Executive Chef with a proven track record at Immanuel Communities, excelling in menu development and cost control. Expert in team leadership and staff training, fostering a collaborative environment that enhances productivity. Committed to maintaining high sanitation standards while delivering exceptional dining experiences, resulting in improved customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Chef
Immanuel Courtyard
06.2015 - Current
- Led culinary team in menu development and execution.
- Ensured compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless dining experiences for guests.
- Streamlined kitchen operations with effective inventory management and cost controls.
- Implemented strategic initiatives to improve process workflows and reduce turnaround time.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering professional development and enhancing team capabilities.
- Led change management efforts, facilitating smooth transitions during organizational restructuring initiatives.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
Cook
Immanuel Communities (Pacific Spring Village)
06.2025 - Current
- Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to health and safety regulations.
- Coordinated with front-of-house staff to ensure timely meal service during peak hours.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain consistency in dish preparation.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Education
High School Diploma -
Elkhorn High School
Elkhorn Nebraska 05.2016
Skills
- Cost control
- Menu development
- Strong work ethic
- Hospitality service expertise
- ServSafe certification
- Team leadership
- Hiring, training, and development
- Customer service
- Operations management
- Staff training
- Coaching and mentoring
- Creative thinking
- Staff scheduling
- Attention to detail
- Staff management
- Forecasting and planning
- Resource management
- Policy development
- Workflow optimization
- Performance assessments
- Problem and complaint resolution
- Productivity optimization
- Decision-making
- Budgeting and cost control
- Sanitation coordination
- Staff supervision and coordination
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Cook
Immanuel Communities (Pacific Spring Village)
06.2025 - Current
Executive Chef
Immanuel Courtyard
06.2015 - Current
High School Diploma -
Elkhorn High School
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