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Bergen Carman

@bergencarman

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Experienced chef with a passion for culinary excellence and leadership.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a dynamic kitchen environment that fosters creativity and teamwork, with opportunities for growth and innovation.

As a dedicated culinary professional with over eight years of experience, I have honed my skills in various kitchen roles, culminating in my current position as Chef de Cuisine at Meril in New Orleans. My journey began as a Pastry Cook, where I developed a strong foundation in dessert production and menu development. Over the years, I have taken on increasing responsibilities, including overseeing kitchen operations and managing staff, which has allowed me to cultivate a collaborative and efficient work environment.

Throughout my career, I have been committed to excellence in both food quality and team dynamics. At Meril, I not only develop and maintain the menu but also track food costs and sales, ensuring the restaurant's profitability. My experience as a Publicist has further enhanced my ability to promote culinary creations and engage with the community through social media. I am passionate about creating memorable dining experiences and continuously seek opportunities to innovate and inspire my team.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Chef de Cuisine

Meril

Feb 2021 - Mar 2024 (3 years 1 month)

Oversaw daily kitchen operations and supervised all BOH staff. Developed and maintained the menu, while tracking food costs and sales using Margin Edge.

Inventory Management

Pastry Chef

Meril

Sep 2016 - Feb 2021 (4 years 5 months)

Created and developed the dessert menu, acting as opening manager for the restaurant. Interviewed and hired applicants for the pastry department, and compiled monthly inventory using Excel.

Dessert Menu Development Hiring Inventory Management Microsoft Excel

Pastry Cook

Emeril's Delmonico

Apr 2015 - Sep 2016 (1 year 5 months)

Produced daily desserts, ice creams, sorbets, and breads for service. Managed station setup and closing, plating, and nightly inventory counts.

Dessert Production Plating Inventory Management Menu Collaboration

Publicist

Pelican Publishing Company, Inc.

Dec 2013 - Mar 2015 (1 year 3 months)

Collaborated with Editorial and Sales Departments to promote new authors and titles. Wrote copy for press releases, author biographies, and book jackets, and promoted books via social media platforms.

Public Relations Copywriting Press Release Writing Social Media Marketing Author Promotion