Carter Miles
Forest,MS
Summary
Dynamic kitchen manager with a proven track record at The Corner Pocket, excelling in food safety and inventory management. Skilled in multitasking and staff supervision, I enhanced kitchen efficiency and reduced waste, while fostering a collaborative team environment. Committed to delivering high-quality meals and exceptional customer service.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kitchen Manager
The Corner Pocket
07.2025 - Current
- Assisted in maintaining kitchen safety and hygiene standards.
- Supported inventory management and food ordering processes.
- Learned preparation techniques for menu items under supervision.
- Helped train new kitchen staff on operational procedures.
- Ensured proper use of kitchen equipment and tools.
- Contributed to daily meal prep activities for service readiness.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations to ensure efficient workflow.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Collaborated with team members to deliver high-quality meals consistently.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- 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.
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen team and service areas for optimal guest experiences.
- Consistently met or exceeded local health department inspection requirements through diligent adherence to safety protocols and maintaining thorough documentation records.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and optimizing staff scheduling.
- 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.
Kitchen Leader
The Back Porch
03.2025 - 06.2025
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and adherence to safety standards.
- Trained new employees on kitchen procedures and equipment usage to enhance team performance.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing waste and improving stock availability.
- Collaborated with management to optimize menu offerings based on customer feedback and seasonal ingredients.
Prep Cook
Longhorn Steakhouse
08.2024 - 02.2025
- Prepared ingredients by chopping, slicing, and marinating to support kitchen operations.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of workstations to ensure safety standards.
- Followed recipes and portion guidelines to create consistent menu items efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food prep processes during peak hours.
- Utilized kitchen equipment safely, ensuring proper maintenance and functionality at all times.
- Executed daily prep tasks independently while adapting to changing menu requirements quickly.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
Education
Intro To Culinary Arts
Northwest Rankin Highschool
Flowood, MS05.2023
Skills
- Multitasking and organization
- Customer service
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Staff supervision
Certification
I am a ServSafe manager.
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
The Corner Pocket
07.2025 - Current
Kitchen Leader
The Back Porch
03.2025 - 06.2025
Prep Cook
Longhorn Steakhouse
08.2024 - 02.2025
Intro To Culinary Arts
Northwest Rankin Highschool