Charles Barksdale
Summary
Energetic Kitchen Manager enthusiastic about working with high-performance teams. Personable, responsible, and hardworking professional. Dedicated to innovative dishes, effective budgeting and top-of-the-line customer service. Talented leader offering over 20 years of experience in preparing and serving diverse foods. Motivates employees to exceed customer expectations in high-volume settings while maintaining strong quality and effective cost controls. Service-oriented with good multitasking, safety management and decision-making skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Mainevent Entertainment
Atlanta, GA
10.2014 - Current
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and increase efficiency in different areas.
- Continuously evaluated business operations to effectively align workflows for optimal area coverage and customer satisfaction.
- Hired, trained and managed all kitchen staff, including employee development, issuing disciplinary action and conducting performance reviews.
Culinary Professional
Yard House Restaurant
Atlanta, GA
08.2011 - 04.2015
- Developed menus and meal plans which met personnel needs, utilizing available supplies and within budget restrictions.
- Took inventory of supplies and maintained accurate stock records to minimize losses and support supply ordering.
- Inspected deliveries for accuracy and safety.
- Established food preparation procedures and guidelines to promote meal consistency and quality.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
The Art Institute of Atlanta
Atlanta, GA05.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing Research
Troy State University
Troy Alabama06.1997
High School Diploma -
Cass Technical High School
Detroit, MI05.1989
Skills
- Recipes and menu planning
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Recruitment
- Kitchen Staff Coordination
- Order Accuracy
- Cost controls
- Scheduling
- Menu development
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Mainevent Entertainment
10.2014 - Current
Culinary Professional
Yard House Restaurant
08.2011 - 04.2015
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
The Art Institute of Atlanta
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing Research
Troy State University
High School Diploma -
Cass Technical High School
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