Brandon Podhaski
Eau Claire
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Texas Roadhouse in enhancing kitchen operations and team performance. Specializes in inventory management and staff training, achieving significant cost savings and quality control. Excels in fostering team leadership and ensuring food safety, demonstrating a strong ability to boost efficiency and morale.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager/hourly Manager
Texas Roadhouse
02.2012 - 09.2024
- Managed kitchen operations, ensuring smooth and efficient workflow.
- Streamlined food preparation processes to enhance kitchen productivity.
- Improved team performance by implementing effective training programs.
- Reduced waste and controlled costs by optimizing inventory management.
Processing Manager
Goldstar Tech
08.2015 - 09.2018
- Promoted safe working practices to maintain compliance with established policies and procedures.
- Mentored departmental team, boosting efficiency, success and morale among employees.
- Implemented cost reductions and developed reporting procedures and systems resulting in Number% cost savings.
- Implemented workflow processes and pre-production of Type product by analyzing production reports.
Assistant Manager
Applebees
10.2009 - 02.2012
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Outback Steakhouse
09.2006 - 08.2009
- Managed daily kitchen operations, delegating tasks among staff members to optimize workflow and maintain high-quality standards.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing feedback promptly and implementing necessary adjustments to kitchen procedures.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
Facility Maitaince/even Set Up.
Eau Claire Golf and County Club
03.2005 - 08.2006
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Education
High School Diploma -
North High School
Eau Claire, WI06.2006
Skills
- Inventory management
- Food safety
- Team leadership
- Menu planning
- Staff training
- Quality control
Timeline
Processing Manager
Goldstar Tech
08.2015 - 09.2018
Kitchen Manager/hourly Manager
Texas Roadhouse
02.2012 - 09.2024
Assistant Manager
Applebees
10.2009 - 02.2012
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Outback Steakhouse
09.2006 - 08.2009
Facility Maitaince/even Set Up.
Eau Claire Golf and County Club
03.2005 - 08.2006
High School Diploma -
North High School
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