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Theo Otte

Chef/Restauranteur at 626 on Rood - Modern American Cuisine and Wine Bar

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Experienced chef and restaurateur with a background in culinary operations and restaurant management.

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Location

Palisade, Colorado, United States, US

Skills

American Cuisine
Computers
Menu Development
Food And Beverage
Inventory Management
Purchase Management
Catering
Food Service Sanitation
Accounting
Italian Cuisine
New Restaurant Openings
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Rate

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$125.0

Hourly Rate

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Okay, let’s calculate this. Theo has 26+ years of experience in the culinary industry, which is impressive. He has founded and managed several restaurants, including a fine dining wine bar. His education from Oklahoma State University adds to his credibility. Skills like menu development, food service sanitation, and inventory management are in demand. Considering his experience and education, I would estimate his hourly rate to be around $125. This is slightly lower than what I would expect for a more senior chef or restaurateur, but his background in zoology/animal biology is not directly relevant to the culinary industry, which might impact his earning potential. However, his experience in restaurant management and operations is valuable, and he has a strong track record of success. Some chefs with similar experience might charge $150-$200 per hour, but Theo's background and skills are more focused on culinary operations rather than high-level culinary expertise. So, $125 seems like a reasonable estimate.

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Theo Otte is a seasoned chef and restaurateur with 26+ years of experience in culinary operations, menu development, and restaurant management. He has founded and managed several restaurants, including 626 on Rood and Palate of Palisade, INC. Theo holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Zoology/Animal Biology from Southwestern College and a Master of Science degree in Zoology/Animal Biology from Oklahoma State University.

Experience

626 on Rood - Modern American Cuisine and Wine Bar
- Grand Junction, Colorado Area
- Chef/Restauranteur
  - Mar 2006 - Present
  - Grand Junction, Colorado Area
  626 is a full service, fine dining, wine bar restaurant. I am a founding partner of 626, along with my wife and business partner, Brenda Wray. USA Today listed 626 as one of the Top 10 wine bars in the US in December, 2012. I am responsible for all culinary operations, menu develop, and guest satisfaction. I also share GM responsibilities with Ms. Wray.
Palate of Palisade, INC
- Chef/Restauranteur
  
  Jan 2002 - Present
- Chef/Restauranteur
  
  Mar 1998 - Present
- Chef/Restauranteur
  
  Mar 1998 - Mar 2006
  
  Restaurant consulting, develop restaurant concept, cooking glasses, restaurant kitchen management
CooperSmith's Pub & Brewing
- Chef/Restauranteur
  - Sep 1989 - Feb 2002
  Manage kitchen operations with $2,000,000 in sales. Supervise a staff of 38 people.

Education

1978 - 1979

Colorado State University
Career Exploration/Awareness Skills

1978 - 1979
1975 - 1978

Oklahoma State University
Master of Science (MS), Zoology/Animal Biology

1975 - 1978
1971 - 1975

Southwestern College
Bachelor of Science (BS), Zoology/Animal Biology

1971 - 1975

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