Christopher B. Way
P.O Box 7474
Laguna Niguel, Ca 92607
+1 (303) 396-3090
Email: eyesonly90210@aol.com

OBJECTIVE: 
Seeking a responsible and Challenging position as a Sushi Chef. Where my abilities and experience can be utilized to their full potential. 
QUALIFICATION:
•	Over 15 years of experience in the restaurant business as manager and chef 
•	Extensive knowledge of the Japanese & Asian fusion style cuisine 
•	Excellent customer service skills 
•	Great leadership skill to maximize the potential of others to perform at their best 
•	Excellent knife skill 
•	Strong eyes for details 
•	Quick and efficient 
•	Great understanding that a clean working environment, good communication and consistency    leads to customer satisfaction 
•	Proficient in both Chinese and English, French language
WORK EXPERIENCE: 
2013-2015     Blue wasabi Asian bistro 
               Thousand Oaks, Ca 91362
               Sushi Chef
               
2009 ~ 2011:  Koto Japanese bistro
              Richmond, Kentucky USA
              Head Sushi Chef
Responsible for all food purchase, preparation and production, menu development, specifications and recipes.
Menu planning for special occasion and events. 
Hiring, training and supervision of all sushi bar and kitchen staff 
Development and monitoring of food and labor budgets.
Development of standard recipes and techniques for cost efficiency 
Maintaining highest professional food quality and sanitation standards    
2007 ~ 2008:   Sushi Banzai 
               Denver, Colorado USA
               Sushi Chef. 
Responsible for all sushi preparation and presentations Preparation work for all other menu dishes    
2004-2007:  Jin Chan Restaurant 
                  Boulder, Colorado USA
            Assistant Manager & kitchen Head chef 
Report to work on time in the proper uniform, 
Use the prep list to determine the amount of product needed to reach prep levels. 
Use the recipe book when producing any items. 
Set up and break down the station. Keep the station properly stocked and clean during the
shift. 
Observe all guidelines of safety and sanitation. 
Perform all station operation duties i.e.: prepare all items consistently and in a timely manor 
Assist others as needed. Practice teamwork. 
keep equipment and utensils clean and sanitary. 
Properly rotate and storage of all products. In form Kitchen helper and kitchen chefs of inconsistent
product. 
Has a positive attitude regarding job and communication with management and fellow employees. 
2001 ~ 2004:  Taigun Japanese Sushi Bar
              Broomfield, Colorado USA
              Sushi Kitchen Head Chef
Job Responsibilities included training kitchen Chefs and Sushi helpers, cook rice, prep fishes, meats, veggies, dish washer, deep frying, order product, keeps all work area's clean, labeling and dating of product, food storage ( All items are to be rotated), oversee Temperature Zone, keep food covered whenever possible, refrigerated foods to be 38 to 40 degrees, hot foods to be held at minimum of 14 degrees, frozen foods to be at least 10 degrees, cold foods cold/hot food hot. 
1997 ~ 2001:  Sushi Den, Denver 
              Colorado USA
              Sushi Chef
1992 ~ 1997:  Empress of China
              Littleton, Colorado. USA
              kitchen Assistant Manger 
Job Responsibilities included major cooking on two hot woks, Perform other duties as instructed by boss. Maintain a kitchen environment free from noise, distraction, and / or horseplay. Organized and Coordinate Schedules and Correspondence; Compiling, Evaluating. 
Responsible for all floor operations, including training and supervision of staff, scheduling of work hours and insuring customer satisfaction.

REFERENCES:   Available upon Request.