Alexander Benitez
Burger 101
Pembroke Pines,FL
1
Certification
2027
years of professional experience
Dynamic Department Lead at Koch Foods of Alabama with a proven track record in team development and inventory coordination. Enhanced workflow efficiency through strategic process improvements, while fostering a positive work environment. Skilled in task delegation and equipment maintenance, driving productivity and employee morale to achieve operational excellence.
Diligent Desired Position with strong background leading department operations. Successfully managed teams, implemented process improvements, and enhanced productivity. Demonstrated leadership and strategic planning skills.
Work History
Department Lead
- Oversaw daily production operations, ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency across multiple departments.
- Trained and mentored team members on operational best practices and safety protocols.
- Coordinated inventory management, optimizing stock levels to reduce waste and improve supply chain efficiency.
- Mentored new hires within the department, providing guidance on company policies and procedures as well as job-specific tasks.
- Boosted overall employee morale by fostering a positive work environment and promoting open communication.
- Established communication protocols that improved information flow between departments, enhancing overall productivity.
- Delegated tasks efficiently, maximizing the use of resources while maintaining high-quality output from the team members.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
- Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
- Observed packing operations to verify conformance to specifications.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
- Communicated with managers of other departments to maintain transparency.
- Managed team schedules, department projects and quality assurance.
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and adherence to deadlines.
- Managed inventory and receiving operations to maintain optimal stock levels and meet expected demands.
- General laborer- 10 months
- Floor lead- 6 months
- Department/Team Lead - 12 months
- Forklift Operator- 8 months
BOH Line Cook
6 Months- Prepared and cooked menu items following standardized recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen stations, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently, including grills, fryers, and ovens, to produce high-quality food quickly.
- Collaborated with team members to meet peak service demands during busy shifts while maintaining food quality.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking stock levels and notifying management of supply needs promptly.
- Implemented best practices for food storage to minimize waste and ensure freshness of ingredients used daily.
- Trained new employees on kitchen procedures, safety protocols, and proper use of cooking equipment effectively.
- Ensured consistent taste and quality by adhering to standardized recipes and carefully measuring ingredients.
- Utilized strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities simultaneously under pressure during busy shifts.
- Safely operated kitchen equipment, minimizing accidents and maintaining a secure work environment.
- Helped establish a positive work culture among kitchen staff by actively participating in team meetings and offering constructive feedback for improvement.
- Efficiently rotated through various stations within the kitchen, demonstrating adaptability and strong proficiency at each position.
- Effectively communicated with front-of-house staff members on order modifications or allergy concerns for guest satisfaction.
- Managed time effectively, prioritizing tasks to ensure prompt meal service during peak hours.
- Reduced food waste through proper storage techniques and timely utilization of ingredients.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Documentation
Team development
Verbal and written communication
Task delegation
Equipment maintenance
Staff training
Team management
Team Training
Inventory coordination
Team supervision
Order processing
Order management
Certification
Tow motor
Forklift
Timeline
BOH Line Cook
Burger 101
12.2025 - 06.2026Read More
Department Lead
Koch Foods of Alabama
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Pembroke Pines Charter High
High School Diploma
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