Chris Lee Hardy
Lorton,VA
Summary
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Baker
Water & Barley
Lorton
09.2025 - 04.2026
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations to ensure safety standards.
- Streamlined production process by organizing workspace for maximum efficiency.
- Optimized baking processes for consistency in size, texture, and taste across all products.
Assistant General Manager
Papa John's
Gainesville, VA
01.2015 - 08.2022
- Handled day to day operations, creating food orders, counting inventory, store organization and cleanliness, and training new team members.
- Opened and closed at 8 locations within the franchise to help other managers at their stores – ability to adapt to new environments and lead teams quickly.
- Extensive knowledge and care with food safety and store cleanliness.
Prep Cook
Momofuku Kawi
New York, NY
09.2019 - 10.2020
- Trained by professional Michelin Star chefs and sous chefs in a high paced kitchen environment.
- Taught and trained to cook and prepare traditional and inspired Korean cuisine. Learned about many ingredients and cooking methods/preparations.
- Responsibilities included preparing numerous dishes such as stews and baked whole chickens to then be prepared. Along with many tasks throughout the shift and rushes.
Shift Leader
Cinnamon Snail
New York, NY
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Worked inside a food hall located above Penn Station and next to Madison Square Garden which allowed for a steady flow of business.
- Trained and oversaw shifts under the supervision of the owner and chef. The versatile vegan menu included vegan donuts and vegan food all prepared by cooks onsite or at the bakery.
- Duties included working closely with team during rush hours, organizing food fridges, upholding store cleanliness, issues with customers and orders.
Education
Food Safety & Handling Certification -
11-2020
General Education Diploma - undefined
01-2013
Skills
- Managing and directing teams
- Knife and cooking skills
- Literate and able to communicate efficiently
- Poised under high pressure environments
- Experienced in both front and back of house restaurant positions
- Hardworking, efficient and sincere
- Digital 2D animation and 2D character & concept design artist
- Taken classes with focuses on storyboarding, animation, perspective art, color theory and more
- Extensive experience using programs such ClipStudio Paint, Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator
Timeline
Baker
Water & Barley
09.2025 - 04.2026
Prep Cook
Momofuku Kawi
09.2019 - 10.2020
Shift Leader
Cinnamon Snail
08.2018 - 08.2019
Assistant General Manager
Papa John's
01.2015 - 08.2022