Anthony Thomas
Sumter,SC
Summary
Experienced in production floor supervision with a focus on facility management and workflow optimization. Regularly inspected equipment to ensure operational efficiency and compliance with health codes, while overseeing inventory management processes to maintain adequate supply levels. Implemented strategies that enhanced kitchen operations, resulting in reduced waste and improved overall efficiency. Demonstrated effective communication skills while coordinating catering events, ensuring all aspects were executed smoothly from menu selection to staffing.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Parkersav
Savannah, GA
04.2025 - Current
- Inspected equipment regularly to identify necessary repairs or replacements.
- Performed weekly inventories of food items stored in refrigerators or freezers.
- Ordered ingredients and supplies to maintain adequate inventory levels for the kitchen.
Executive Sous Chef
Kiawah Island
Charleston, South Carolina
07.2020 - 02.2025
- Oversaw the daily cleaning of all cooking surfaces, utensils, and equipment according to health codes.
- Coordinated catering events from start to finish including menu selection, staffing needs, equipment rentals.
- Implemented strategies to reduce waste and improve efficiency in the kitchen operations.
Sanitation Supervisor
Mccall Farms
Effingham, South Carolina
11.2016 - 06.2019
- Periodically reviewed safety data sheets related to chemicals used in the facility's sanitizing process.
- Analyzed data collected from tests performed on water samples for trends or abnormalities that may indicate potential contamination issues.
- Documented corrective actions taken when deficiencies are identified during routine inspections or audits.
Material Handler
Adams Steel
Florence, South Carolina
04.2014 - 10.2016
- Monitored stock levels and placed orders when necessary to replenish supplies.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with appropriate material handling equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily production goals.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Restaurant And Culinary Management
Art Institute of Charleston
Charleston, SC 08.2015 - 05.2018
Skills
- Facility management
- Workflow optimization
- Scheduling and calendar management
- Training and coaching
- Customer relations
- Effective communication
- Equipment maintenance
- Inventory management
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Parkersav
04.2025 - Current
Executive Sous Chef
Kiawah Island
07.2020 - 02.2025
Sanitation Supervisor
Mccall Farms
11.2016 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Restaurant And Culinary Management
Art Institute of Charleston
08.2015 - 05.2018
Material Handler
Adams Steel
04.2014 - 10.2016
Certification
- Food protection and safety (Cerf safe equivalent)
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