Caydon May
Lakewood,CO
Summary
Energetic kitchen professional with excellent leadership and organizational skills. Focused on increasing team productivity while meeting exacting standards for presentation and taste. Accomplished multitasker with disciplined approach.
Developed management and coordination skills in high-paced kitchen environment, seeking to transition into new field. Experienced in leading teams and ensuring operational efficiency, with focus on quality control and staff training. Looking to bring these transferrable skills to new and dynamic role.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Supervisor
First Watch
12.2023 - Current
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Monitored food preparation, production, and plating for quality control.
- Disciplined and motivated staff to achieve challenging objectives in fast-paced culinary environments.
Kitchen Supervisor
Snooze AM Eatery
05.2021 - 09.2023
- Demonstrated proficiency in using various kitchen equipment safely for efficient food preparation.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Line Cook
Texas Roadhouse
05.2019 - 05.2021
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
Education
High School Diploma -
Faith Christian Acadamy High School
Arvada, CO05-2019
Skills
- Food safety
- Kitchen organization
- Food preparation
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Food plating and presentation
- Opening and closing procedures
- Allergy awareness
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Kitchen Supervisor
First Watch
12.2023 - Current
Kitchen Supervisor
Snooze AM Eatery
05.2021 - 09.2023
Line Cook
Texas Roadhouse
05.2019 - 05.2021
High School Diploma -
Faith Christian Acadamy High School
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