Caleb Bleau
Willimantic,CT
Summary
Accomplished Kitchen Lead at Dog Lane Café, renowned for enhancing customer satisfaction through precise order accuracy and effective team leadership. Expert in food safety compliance and inventory control, reducing waste by 15%. Adept at training staff and fostering a collaborative environment, ensuring seamless kitchen operations and exceptional service delivery.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Lead
Dog Lane Café
Storrs, CT
10.2024 - Current
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and service delivery.
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures for food safety and sanitation compliance.
- Trained new employees on kitchen equipment, menu items, and workflow processes..
- Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Maintained high personal grooming standards and uniform presentation.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate order fulfillment.
Kitchen Supervisor
Texas Roadhouse Restaurant
Manchester, CT
09.2021 - 10.2024
- Supervised daily kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards..
- Managed inventory control, minimizing waste through effective stock rotation practices.
- Collaborated with management to develop menus that enhanced customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.
- Controlled food costs and managed inventory.
- Developed and implemented training programs for new hires, focusing on kitchen procedures, safety protocols, and compliance with company standards.
Boom Lift Operations
Mohegan Sun Casino
Uncasville, CT
06.2019 - 09.2021
- Managed lift operations to ensure seamless transportation of guests throughout casino premises.
- Conducted routine safety inspections to ensure compliance with operational standards.
- Assisted guests in navigating facilities, enhancing overall customer experience
- Trained new staff on safety protocols and operational procedures for lift management.
- Managed crowd control efficiently during peak hours, ensuring a smooth flow of traffic from loading zones onto ski lifts without incident or delay for guests.
Education
High School Diploma -
Norwich Free Academy
Norwich, CT06.2017
Skills
Food preparation
Knife skills
Sanitation standards
Ordering supplies
Budgeting and cost control
Problem-solving
Attention to detail
Multitasking and organization
Cleaning and sanitation
Verbal and written communication
Team collaboration and leadership
Safe food handling
Staff training and development
First aid
Inventory control
Staff supervision
Order accuracy
Equipment maintenance
Motivational style
Performance improvement
Kitchen organization
Cooking techniques
Food safety compliance
Customer service
Timeline
Kitchen Lead
Dog Lane Café
10.2024 - Current
Kitchen Supervisor
Texas Roadhouse Restaurant
09.2021 - 10.2024
Boom Lift Operations
Mohegan Sun Casino
06.2019 - 09.2021
High School Diploma -
Norwich Free Academy