Chris Manning
Crystal Lake,IL
Summary
Dedicated Kitchen Lead with experience in training staff, managing kitchen operations, and enforcing food safety standards. Skilled in maintaining equipment, managing inventory, and ensuring timely and appealing food presentation. Strong communication fosters a collaborative and efficient kitchen environment.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Lead
Wings Etc
Crystal Lake, Illinois
04.2024 - Current
- Managed kitchen opening and closing procedures to facilitate smooth transitions between shifts.
- Trained new hires on kitchen procedures and equipment use
- Executed food preparation and cooking tasks to meet service demands
- Supported kitchen staff and maintained food safety compliance.
- Monitored inventory levels and organized supplies to streamline kitchen operations.
- Created prep and cut lists to enhance workflow for kitchen staff.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen areas throughout shifts.
- Enforced proper handling and storage of food items to minimize waste.
- Cleaned fryers in the mornings and filtered/rotated oil
Education
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PA06-2024
Skills
- Culinary preparation
- Food safety compliance
- Inventory management
- Kitchen workflow optimization
- Waste reduction
- Staff training
- Problem solving
- Communication techniques
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
German
Full Professional
Certification
- Food Protection Manager-Always Food Safe Organization-2026
Timeline
Kitchen Lead
Wings Etc
04.2024 - Current
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster Career School