Austen Cheeks

Train new rational customers on the rational icombi and ivario.

• Enhanced team performance by providing regular coaching, training, and performance feedback to staff members.
• Collaborated with executive leadership to establish long-term objectives, drive growth initiatives, and align regional efforts with corporate goals.
• Increased customer satisfaction with timely resolution of escalated issues and proactive communication on product updates.
• Promoted a culture of continuous improvement through ongoing process reviews, employee engagement initiatives, and open channels of communication.
• Streamlined operational processes for increased efficiency by identifying areas of improvement and implementing necessary changes.
• Supervised various locations, enforcing high-quality standards of operation.
• Established and maintained operational standards for 2 locations, keeping both food cost at or under 30% and labor at or under 20%.

• Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
• Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
• Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
• Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
• Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.
• Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen team and service areas for optimal guest experiences.
• Consistently met or exceeded local health department inspection requirements through diligent adherence to safety protocols and maintaining thorough documentation records.
• Improved kitchen efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and optimizing staff scheduling.
• Developed and implemented kitchen policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for kitchen operations and comply with regulations.

• Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
• Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
• Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
• Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
• Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals.
• Supported the success of daily operations by assisting chefs with ingredient prep work as needed.
• Maintained optimal food quality by adhering to strict guidelines for food safety and sanitation.

• Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
• Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
• Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
• Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.