Results-driven Assistant Kitchen Manager with expertise in staff scheduling, food safety training, and menu development. Proven ability to enhance kitchen performance through effective workflow implementation and team collaboration.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Mill Street Sports Pub
Ellicottville
09.2025 - Current
Assisted in managing kitchen operations and staff scheduling.
Trained new kitchen staff on food safety and hygiene practices.
Coordinated inventory management and supply ordering processes.
Implemented efficient workflows to optimize kitchen performance.
Developed training materials for ongoing staff education programs.
Developed menus, recipes, and plate presentations that complied with company standards.
Communicated effectively with front-of-house staff to coordinate orders and delivery times.
Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
Line Cook/Assistant Kitchen Manager
Balloons
Ellicottville
01.2019 - 09.2025
Prepared high-quality dishes according to restaurant recipes and standards.
Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently to support food preparation tasks.
Stocked ingredients and supplies, ensuring freshness and availability for service needs.
Executed daily prep lists, ensuring all necessary items were ready for service shifts.
Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces, and salads.
Monitored product freshness and rotation dates to maintain quality assurance standards.
Monitored inventory levels and communicated needs for restocking supplies.
Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
Assisted in managing kitchen operations and staff scheduling.
Trained new kitchen staff on food safety and hygiene practices.
Collaborated with chefs to create new menu items and specials.
Organized inventory and placed orders for food, equipment, and supplies to maintain appropriate stock levels.
Provided ongoing coaching and mentoring to staff members to encourage professional development.
Bartender
Balloons
Ellicottville
03.2019 - 2021
Mixed cocktails using fresh ingredients and classic techniques.
Provided excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment.
Managed bar inventory and restocked supplies as needed.
Trained new staff on cocktail recipes and bar procedures.
Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
Line Cook
John Harvards
Ellicottville
2013 - 01.2019
Prepared and cooked menu items according to established recipes and standards.
Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and equipment.
Collaborated with team members to ensure timely food service during peak hours.
Assisted in inventory management by tracking ingredient supplies and usage.
Followed food safety guidelines to ensure quality and freshness of ingredients.
Trained new staff on cooking techniques and kitchen procedures for consistency.