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Thorsten Karns

Papillion

Summary

Culinary professional with track record of delivering exceptional menu items and maintaining rigorous food safety standards. Adept at fostering collaborative kitchen environment and consistently achieving culinary excellence. Known for reliability and adaptability to dynamic kitchen needs, with strong skills in recipe development and culinary techniques.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef De Partie

Marriott
03.2025 - 07.2025
  • Provided support in all areas of the kitchen as needed, demonstrating versatility and adaptability under pressure.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple stations during busy service periods.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.

Master Cook

Mezzo Bistro And Wine
04.2024 - 01.2025
  • Consistently met tight deadlines in a fast-paced kitchen, ensuring timely service for customers without compromising quality.
  • Supervised food preparation processes, maintaining the highest standards of taste, texture, and presentation while minimizing waste.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality dishes prepared according to standardized recipes.

Cook

Sabitionos Pizza
09.2022 - 04.2024
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.

Line Cook

Millers Tavern
02.2021 - 05.2022
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.

Education

High School Diploma -

Centennial High School
Las Vegas, NV

Skills

  • Kitchen organization
  • Team management
  • Knife skills
  • Food presentation
  • Stock making
  • Plating and presentation
  • Proper food handling
  • Menu development
  • Recipe creation
  • Hospitality

Timeline

Chef De Partie

Marriott
03.2025 - 07.2025

Master Cook

Mezzo Bistro And Wine
04.2024 - 01.2025

Cook

Sabitionos Pizza
09.2022 - 04.2024

Line Cook

Millers Tavern
02.2021 - 05.2022

High School Diploma -

Centennial High School
Thorsten Karns