Brittany Simpkins
Florissant,MO
Summary
Driven leader with strong problem-solving and customer service skills. Dedicated to providing highest level of service to customers and creating pleasant work environment for staff. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Tower Bowl North
09.2016 - Current
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Inspected stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Implemented and maintained food safety and sanitation standards to establish safe handling and preparation of food.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Designed and maintained menus to offer variety of high quality and consistency of dishes.
- Calculated prices of ingredients to monitor food costs and control expenses.
- Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing beverage products consistently while creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health department standards.
- Developed and maintained professional relationships with suppliers to acquire high-quality ingredients and products with reasonable prices.
- Developed and implemented kitchen policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for kitchen operations and comply with regulations.
- Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust purchasing decisions accordingly.
Education
No Degree - Veterinary Technician
Penn Foster College
Scottsdale, AZ10.2024
High School Diploma -
Mccluer North High School
Florissant, MO05.2018
Skills
- Kitchen Equipment Operation
- Room Preparation
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Food Preparation and Safety
- Employee Scheduling
- Food Item Purchasing
- Inspection and Observation
- Kitchen Scheduling
- Safe Food Handling
- Equipment Maintenance
- Order Accuracy
- Menu Planning
- Customer Service
- Disciplinary Action
- Cost Control
- Portion Sizes
- Team Leadership
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Purchasing Strategies
- Annual Business Planning Support
- Multitasking and Organization
- Servsafe Certification
- Sales and Marketing
- Food and Beverage Management
- New Employee Recruitment
- Workflow Optimization
- Brand Loyalty
- Recruitment and Hiring
- Shift Scheduling
- Attention to Detail
- Staff Management
- Performance Improvement
- Budget Management
- Strategic Planning
- Staffing and Sales Reporting
- Supply Ordering and Management
- Anticipating Problems
- Managing Reservations and Large Parties
- Counting Money
- Microsoft Word
- Control Inventory Costs
- Work Assignments
- Training
- Delegating Assignments and Tasks
Certification
- ServSafe, Crest Bowl - 08-18-2021/08-18-2026
- Certified Kitchen Trainer, Crest Bowl - 06-8-18/Present Day
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Tower Bowl North
09.2016 - Current
No Degree - Veterinary Technician
Penn Foster College
High School Diploma -
Mccluer North High School
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