Brian Root
Youngstown,OH
Summary
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Supervisor
The Grand Resort
03.2019 - Current
- Supervised daily kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
- Trained and mentored kitchen staff on food preparation techniques and quality control measures.
- Developed and implemented efficient workflow processes to enhance productivity in the kitchen.
- Trained new team members on kitchen procedures, safety protocols, and company standards.
- Monitored food preparation, production, and plating for quality control.
- Managed inventory levels, conducting regular audits to minimize waste and optimize supply use.
- Manage order placements as needed
Line Cook
Stonebridge Grill & Tavern
01.2017 - 02.2019
- Prepared and cooked high-quality dishes in fast-paced environment.
- Trained new kitchen staff on cooking techniques and safety protocols.
- 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.
Front End Manager
K-Mart
07.2014 - 01.2017
- Led front-end operations, ensuring exceptional customer service and efficient workflow.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices in merchandising and sales techniques.
- Implemented inventory management strategies to optimize stock levels and reduce shrinkage.
- Developed promotional displays that enhanced product visibility and increased sales performance.
- Coordinated team scheduling to align with peak customer traffic times for improved service efficiency.
- Oversaw cash handling procedures, minimizing discrepancies in end-of-day reports through diligent monitoring of transactions.
- Monitored cash drawers in 10 checkout stations to verify adequate cash supply.
- Oversaw cashier operations, bookkeeping, and security.
- Supervised and guided new employees and responded quickly to questions to improve understanding of job responsibilities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Liberty High School
Youngstown, OHSkills
- Food safety
- Inventory control
- Operations management
- Staff training
- Team management
- Kitchen organization
- Health code compliance
- Policy enforcement
- Allergy awareness
- Order accuracy
- Menu development
- Order delivery practices
- Ordering supplies
- Recipe creation
Timeline
Kitchen Supervisor
The Grand Resort
03.2019 - Current
Line Cook
Stonebridge Grill & Tavern
01.2017 - 02.2019
Front End Manager
K-Mart
07.2014 - 01.2017
High School Diploma -
Liberty High School