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Bennie Reed

Topeka

Summary

Meticulous Restaurant Manager, excellent at juggling multiple tasks and working under pressure. Broad industry experience includes Healthcare, Cafeteria, Catering and Fine Dinning Willing to relocate to Colorado.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Specialty Chef

Three Fires Steakhouse, Prairie Band Casino and Resort
07.2024 - Current
  • Train and mentor newly hired cooks in all cooking techniques
  • Create and cost out monthly specials

Food Service Director

Aramark San Luis Valley Health
01.2023 - 05.2024
  • Multi-unit director of hospital nutritional services
  • Implemented cost saving measures resulting in a $50,000 yearly savings
  • Expanded cafeteria offerings resulting in 20% sales increase

Executive Chef

Aramark University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus
12.2018 - 01.2022
  • Purchased and inventoried stock within budget for a kitchen with averaging $1.3 Million a year
  • Effectively screened, interviewed, and hired associates for a team of 30
  • Created quarterly menus within required parameters for nutrition and popularity.

Food Service Supervisor

University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus
04.2016 - 12.2018
  • Led and directed team of 30 on effective methods, operations and procedures.
  • Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each guest received exceptional food and service.
  • Maintained safe working and guest environment to reduce the risk of injury and accidents.

General Manager

BurgerFi
12.2013 - 03.2016
  • Managed staff of 20 by recruiting, selecting, hiring, orienting, training, assigning, scheduling, supervising, evaluating and enforcing discipline when necessary.
  • Correctly calculated inventory and ordered appropriate supplies.
  • Prepared for and executed new menu implementations.
  • Conducted timely performance evaluations for a staff of 20.
  • Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, including completion of the proper paperwork for new hires and terminations.

Kitchen Manager

Hy-Vee
10.2011 - 10.2013
  • Worked with customers to plan catered events. Including menus, food preparations and serving of food.
  • Maintained skilled kitchen staff of 25 by properly coaching, counseling and disciplining employees.
  • Developed menus, pricing and special food offerings to increase revenue and customer satisfaction. Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, food storage, use of kitchen equipment and utensils, sanitation and safety issues.
  • Ensured all staff understood expectations and parameters of kitchen goals and daily kitchen work.

General Manager

Spangles
09.2005 - 07.2011
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
  • Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
  • Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Food and Beverage Management

Johnson County Community College
Overland Park, KS
01.2015

Skills

  • Serv-Safe certified
  • Knowledge of standard portion sizes and recipes
  • Extensive food/beverage knowledge
  • Management and leadership experience
  • Experience with catering and events
  • Proficient in labor and food cost control

Timeline

Specialty Chef

Three Fires Steakhouse, Prairie Band Casino and Resort
07.2024 - Current

Food Service Director

Aramark San Luis Valley Health
01.2023 - 05.2024

Executive Chef

Aramark University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus
12.2018 - 01.2022

Food Service Supervisor

University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus
04.2016 - 12.2018

General Manager

BurgerFi
12.2013 - 03.2016

Kitchen Manager

Hy-Vee
10.2011 - 10.2013

General Manager

Spangles
09.2005 - 07.2011

Associate of Applied Science - Food and Beverage Management

Johnson County Community College

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