Seasoned Kitchen Manager with a proven track record at Legacy Traditional School, excelling in food safety and staff coaching. Demonstrated success in enhancing customer satisfaction and maintaining high health inspection scores. Skilled in fostering a positive workplace culture and optimizing food presentation, ensuring top-notch dining experiences.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Legacy Traditional School
06.2018 - Current
Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
Developed strong vendor relationships for consistent delivery of high-quality ingredients at competitive prices.
Consistently met or exceeded local health department inspection requirements through diligent adherence to safety protocols and maintaining thorough documentation records.
Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
Increased customer satisfaction with high-quality food preparation, presentation, and timely service.
Hired and managed entire kitchen staff.
Promoted teamwork among kitchen staff by fostering open communication, encouraging collaboration, and resolving conflicts effectively.
Executive Kitchen Manager
Clark County School District, CCSD
06.2008 - 06.2018
Improved customer satisfaction with timely and accurate food delivery.
Maintained meticulous records of health inspections, consistently achieving high scores.
Contributed to a positive workplace culture by actively engaging with staff members, promoting open communication channels, and demonstrating support for ongoing professional development opportunities.
Optimized food presentation and plating techniques, elevating overall dining experience.
Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
Facilitated special event catering coordination, ensuring timely preparation of high-quality dishes while adhering to client specifications.
Education
High School Diploma -
Eldorado
Las Vegas
05-2007
Skills
Safety audits
Food and beverage management
Cleaning and sanitation
Food safety
Customer service
Food plating and presentation
Health code compliance
Purchasing
Scheduling
ServSafe certification
Staff coaching
Menu preparation
Certification
CM - Certified Manager Certification StateFoodSafety
Manager Food Handler Card
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Legacy Traditional School
06.2018 - Current
Executive Kitchen Manager
Clark County School District, CCSD
06.2008 - 06.2018
CM - Certified Manager Certification StateFoodSafety
Manager Food Handler Card
High School Diploma -
Eldorado
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