I am a seasoned Private Chef looking for the right situation. I have many years of experience working in upscale private homes and in catering and event management. I am dependable, flexible and very hard working. I am also experienced with other household management responsibilities.
I have been involved in the food and hospitality industry since 1983. I have worked as a Private Chef in East Hampton, New York, Vail and Colorado Springs, Colorado. I have worked on a 120-foot private yacht as Executive Chef. I have managed my own catering company, and worked with many other companies in New York, San Francisco, Minneapolis and Vail. I began my career in food working at a gourmet food store, which also included a cafe/restaurant and catering division in New York City. I am also a trained Massage Therapist and have incorporated this with some of my past Private Chef clients.
All meals are prepared with gentle hands and use the least amount of fat and preserved foods as possible. Seasonal, organic vegetables and fruits are selected for meals, and food is presented in an abundant and beautiful manner. All meals can be adapted to meet dietary preferences and family favorites. I am meticulous in the kitchen, and feel comfortable working individually, as well as part of a team. I always go the extra mile, and take pride in preparing the most creative, beautiful and delicious meals possible.
TIMOTHY LEE DAILEY
San Francisco, California 94114
415.431.3530 timdsr@yahoo.com
HIGHLIGHTS:
Manager and Executive Chef on private yacht, Mariner III out of New York Harbor.
Private Chef; East Hampton, New York and Vail, Colorado.
Catering Manager at E.A.T. in New York City.
Manager at Bacchanal Restaurant in South San Francisco.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Event Manager/Chef San Francisco, California 2001-Present
Chef and Event Coordinator for corporate and private functions throughout Bay area. Responsible for sales, cost planning, event design, staffing and food preparation. Excellent organizational and production skills, ability to oversee a myriad of staff. Respectful and gracious demeanor.
Private Chef Vail, Colorado and East Hampton, New York 1994-2004
Private Chef in East Hampton, New York and Vail, Colorado. Worked seasonally with families in private homes, providing three meals per day. Conceptualized all menus, purchased and prepared food for both family and guests, adhering to dietary needs and requests. Presented food in a creative and elegant manner. Performed other household responsibilities when appropriate.
Restaurant Manager Bacchanal Restaurant, South San Francisco, California 2000-2001
Part of transitional management team for a 150 seat, fine dining establishment. Responsible for all aspects of restaurant operations including; staff management, strategic problem solving, vendor communications, scheduling, purchasing and business administration.
Chef /Event Manager Special Events, Southampton, New York 1998-2000
Chef for large catering company in Southampton, New York. Worked with culinary staff in kitchen and on-site preparing food for large, thematic and private events. Participated with all elements of event production.
Owner Just Me Catering, Vail, Colorado 1994-1999
Owner of a catering company in Vail, servicing private and corporate groups. Managed sales, oversaw employees, designed and prepared food, managed daily operations, executed floral design & produced all events.
Manager/Executive Chef Mariner III, New York, New York 1990-1994
Executive Chef on a private 120-foot motor yacht, which accommodated private and corporate events of up to 100 guests. Generated sales and booked all events. Managed staff and crew, including all food preparation, and visual presentation. The Mariner was a highly successful vessel that sailed along the Eastern seaboard.
Chef/Stylist New York, New York 1988-1990
Freelance caterer and stylist for corporate and private events throughout the New York area. Clients included; Digital Corporation, Spin Magazine, Stephen Meisel and the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Catering Manager E.A.T., New York, New York 1985-1988
Worked for Eli Zabar at E.A.T. as team captain in the restaurant, gourmet food, and catering divisions. Developed displays for Madison Avenue windows, designed gift baskets, generated unique food concepts.
EDUCATION:
Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ Theatre and Agriculture
International Center of Photography, New York, NY Photojournalism
CERTIFICATES:
Swedish Institute of Massage, New York, NY Swedish and Shiatsu massage
Esalen Institute, Big Sur, CA Esalen approach to massage
Classic Floral Design, Chicago and Japan IchiBana
References, photographs and sample menus upon request
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