Anthony Cole
Buffalo,NY
Summary
Dynamic Kitchen Manager with extensive experience at The Cheesecake Factory, excelling in inventory management and staff training. Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction through innovative culinary events. Strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to food safety compliance ensure a high-quality dining experience while reducing waste. Front of the house experiences as well as doing inventory for the bar area.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kitchen Manager
The Cheesecake Factory
Buffalo
07.2018 - Current
- Assisted in food preparation, ensuring adherence to safety and hygiene standards.
- Supported inventory management by tracking stock levels and ordering supplies.
- Learned kitchen equipment operation and maintenance procedures for efficient workflow.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline meal service processes, enhancing efficiency.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Enhanced dining experience by introducing themed culinary events and specials.
- Implemented effective inventory control systems to reduce food spoilage and waste.
- Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.
- Purchased food and cultivated strong vendor relationships.
- Coordinated with catering staff to deliver food services for special events and functions.
- Developed unique events and special promotions to drive sales.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bennett High School
Buffalo, NY06.1998
Skills
- Multitasking and organization
- Customer service
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Staff supervision
- Staff training and development
- Kitchen management
- Inventory control
- Waste reduction
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Ordering supplies
- Staff management
- Vendor relations
- Operations management
- Recipes and menu planning
- Food and beverage management
- Food safety compliance
- Inventory coordination
- Employee scheduling
- ServSafe certification
- Staff coaching
- Cost control
- Health inspections
- Purchasing
- Scheduling
- Cost controls
Certification
Serve safe certificate
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
The Cheesecake Factory
07.2018 - Current
High School Diploma -
Bennett High School