Brandon Breakfield
Biloxi,MS
Summary
Adept at kitchen management and staff training, I significantly enhanced team efficiency and food safety standards at Keg And Barrel. My expertise in food preparation and fostering professional relationships propelled restaurant operations to new heights, ensuring guest satisfaction through meticulous attention to detail and collaborative team leadership.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Keg and Barrel Ocean Springs
08.2023 - Current
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Demonstrated proficiency in using various kitchen equipment safely for efficient food preparation.
- Maintained consistent portion control, ensuring uniformity in presentation and reducing food waste.
Sous Chef
Mangiamo
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
- Trained and mentored new staff in kitchen safety, sanitation, and cooking techniques.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Set up and broke down the kitchen for service.
Kitchen Manager
Keg And Barrel
09.2020 - 07.2022
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food costs and budgets.
Kitchen Manager
Keg And Barrel
09.2017 - 03.2020
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food costs and budgets.
Education
No Degree - Culinary
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Gulfport, MS12-2024
High School Diploma -
Purvis High School
Purvis05.2010
Skills
- Food Preparation and Safety
- Chef Assistance
- Stocking and Replenishing
- Guest Satisfaction
- Garnishing and Plating
- Restaurant Operation
- Ordering and Requisitions
- Team Leadership
- Kitchen Management
- Staff Training
- Portion Standards
- BOH Operations
- Cook Consistent Dishes
- Professional Relationships
- Collaborative Relationships
Timeline
Line Cook
Keg and Barrel Ocean Springs
08.2023 - Current
Sous Chef
Mangiamo
09.2022 - 05.2023
Kitchen Manager
Keg And Barrel
09.2020 - 07.2022
Kitchen Manager
Keg And Barrel
09.2017 - 03.2020
No Degree - Culinary
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
High School Diploma -
Purvis High School
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