Bryan Laramore
Marissa,IL
Summary
Accomplished Kitchen Manager with a proven track record at McDonald’s, enhancing kitchen efficiency and reducing food waste significantly. Expert in safe food handling and staff management, I fostered a positive work environment while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Achieved notable improvements in customer satisfaction and profitability through strategic leadership and operational excellence.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
McDonald’s
10.2018 - Current
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen team and service areas for optimal guest experiences.
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Consistently met or exceeded local health department inspection requirements through diligent adherence to safety protocols and maintaining thorough documentation records.
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
- Developed and implemented kitchen policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for kitchen operations and comply with regulations.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with attentiveness to dietary restrictions and allergen concerns in menu offerings.
- Achieved rapid ticket times during peak service hours by effectively managing workflow distribution across various stations.
- Implemented and maintained food safety and sanitation standards to establish safe handling and preparation of food.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture by actively engaging with staff members, promoting open communication channels, and demonstrating support for ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Reviewed and analyzed kitchen performance to verify gaps and observe continuous improvement.
- Increased overall profitability with effective budget management, including cost control strategies for purchasing and labor expenses.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, addressing any skill gaps or growth opportunities through ongoing training initiatives.
- Streamlined kitchen operations through regular equipment maintenance checks, minimizing downtime due to malfunctions or repairs.
- Coordinated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service delivery during peak hours.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining meal preparation processes.
- Collaborated with management to develop strategies for increasing restaurant profitability.
- Resolved conflicts within kitchen team promptly, maintaining positive and productive work environment.
- Developed and maintained high standard of kitchen hygiene, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Reduced food waste significantly, carefully managing inventory and implementing sustainability practices.
Assistant Manager
SUBWAY®Restaurants
04.2017 - 10.2017
- 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.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
Education
Marissa High School
Marissa, ILSkills
Safe food handling
Recruitment
Order accuracy
Staff Management
Food preparation and safety
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
McDonald’s
10.2018 - Current
Assistant Manager
SUBWAY®Restaurants
04.2017 - 10.2017
Marissa High School