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April Brown

Savannah,GA

Summary

Versatile Shift Manager with a proven track record at Checkers Restaurant, excelling in customer service and kitchen management. Mastered cooking techniques and team leadership, significantly reducing food waste and enhancing meal presentation. Trained employees, ensuring high-quality standards and efficient kitchen operations. Skilled in food preparation and special diets, consistently achieving high customer satisfaction.

Energetic Job Title with passion for food and commitment to providing customers with exceptional culinary experiences. Focuses on using fresh ingredients to create flavorful dishes appealing to different palates. Team player offers clear communication and problem-solving.

Detail-oriented professional with background creating delicious dishes. Dedicated to delivering highest quality customer service. Expert at succeeding in high pressure environments while remaining calm. Safety-minded when carefully following food handling regulations and procedures.

Experienced with managing high-paced kitchen environments and leading cooking teams. Utilizes culinary skills and leadership to ensure smooth operations and quality control. Strong understanding of kitchen safety standards and team coordination.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Cook Shift Leader

SCANA
01.2018 - 03.2023
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep work processes.
  • Improved meal presentation with innovative plating techniques, enhancing overall customer satisfaction.

Cook

Westviwe
06.2015 - 01.2018
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.

Shift Manager

Checkers Restaurant
08.1999 - 05.2015
  • Handled escalated customer issues effectively, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills while upholding company values and standards.
  • Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and job responsibilities, ensuring seamless integration into the team.
  • Trained and mentored new employees to maximize team performance.

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Team leadership
  • Cooking techniques
  • Kitchen organization
  • Food storage
  • Food preparation
  • Meal preparation
  • Kitchen management
  • Food presentation
  • Special diets

Timeline

Cook Shift Leader

SCANA
01.2018 - 03.2023

Cook

Westviwe
06.2015 - 01.2018

Shift Manager

Checkers Restaurant
08.1999 - 05.2015

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