Kyle Grace
White Deer Run Drug & Alcohol Facility
Montoursville
8
years of professional experience
Multi gold medalist in culinary competitions. Worked with high profile clients like Ne-yo, Blue Öyster Cult and The Temptations. Managed and ran high profile events like Grand Prix, The Ally Golf Tournament and Detroit 60th Anniversary.
Work History
Chef
7 Months- Prepared breakfast, lunch, and dinner for residents in structured treatment environment.
- Planned nutritious menus aligned with dietary restrictions and recovery-focused meal schedules.
- Monitored food safety, sanitation, and kitchen compliance with facility standards.
- Coordinated inventory, ordering, and stock rotation to maintain consistent kitchen operations.
- Adapted recipes for therapeutic diets, allergies, and physician-directed meal modifications.
- Supervised meal production workflow to ensure timely service and portion consistency.
- Maintained clean, organized prep areas, equipment, and storage spaces.
- Trained kitchen staff on safe food handling and efficient meal preparation procedures.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
Catering and Private Chef
3 Years 11 Months- Developed multicultural menu offerings to enhance guest experience.
- Coordinated daily operations to maintain efficiency in service delivery.
- Successfully managed last-minute catering changes.
- Maximized food usage to reduce waste and improve sustainability.
- Optimized food usage.
Banquet and Catering Events Manager
3 Years 4 Months- Coordinated events for 500+ attendees, ensuring seamless execution and client satisfaction.
- Collaborated with high-profile clients to ensure successful event execution.
- Trained and led a team of 20+, enhancing service delivery and event execution.
- Oversaw inventory orders to ensure adequate stock levels.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Food and Beverage Management
High School
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
Skills
Dietary fulfillment
Cost Control
Team leadership
Time management
Cooking techniques
Menu planning
Event and Function Menu Planning
Casual Dining Presentation
Beverage Program Development
Hygiene practices
Catering Operations Management
Food Safety Training
ServSafe certification
Customer service
Advanced Culinary Techniques
Wine and Beverage Pairing for Menus
Timeline
Chef
White Deer Run Drug & Alcohol Facility
03.2026 - CurrentRead More
Catering and Private Chef
Twisted Komfort
01.2022 - 12.2025Read More
Banquet and Catering Events Manager
Andiamo
08.2018 - 12.2021Read More
The Culinary Institute of Michigan
Associate of Applied Science from Culinary Arts
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Anchor Bay High School
High School
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The Culinary Institute of Michigan
Associate of Applied Science from Food and Beverage Management
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