Christian Lehmkuhl
Tucson,AZ
Summary
- Dedicated BOH team member with proven expertise in food preparation, sanitation procedures, and teamwork. Recognized for enhancing service speed and maintaining high food safety standards.
- Developed skills in fast-paced, high-demand environment, excelling in teamwork and efficiency. Demonstrated ability to maintain organization, adhere to safety standards, and support overall operations. Looking to transition into new field, eager to leverage these transferrable skills for impactful contributions.
- Experienced with maintaining clean and organized kitchen environment to support smooth operations. Utilizes effective communication and teamwork to ensure tasks are completed efficiently. Track record of adhering to food safety standards and adapting to changing needs in fast-paced setting.
- Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
BOH Team Member
Chick-fil-A
Tucson, AZ
01.2025 - 03.2026
- Employee of the Month
- Operated kitchen equipment and maintained cleanliness standards to ensure food safety compliance.
- Prepared menu items efficiently, adhering to Chick-fil-A's quality and presentation guidelines.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes, enhancing service speed.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring adequate stock levels for smooth operations during peak hours.
- Trained new staff on kitchen procedures and safety protocols, fostering a cohesive team environment.
- Implemented portion control techniques, reducing waste while maintaining product quality and consistency.
- Monitored cooking times and temperatures to guarantee optimal food freshness and safety standards.
- Engaged with front-of-house staff to coordinate timely delivery of orders, improving customer satisfaction rates.
- Maintained clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Boosted overall team morale with regular communication and collaboration in a fast-paced environment.
- Collaborated with FOH staff to ensure seamless communication between kitchen and service teams.
- Enhanced food quality for customer satisfaction, adhering to proper food handling procedures.
- Mentored new hires in BOH operations, fostering a supportive learning environment that promoted skill growth.
- Upheld restaurant''s reputation for high-quality meals, consistently executing recipes according to established guidelines.
- Reduced wait times for customers by efficiently managing multiple tasks during peak hours.
- Ensured timely completion of daily prep lists, supporting smooth shift transitions and minimizing downtime.
- Performed daily cleaning and maintenance tasks to keep kitchen clean and organized.
- Verified dishes were prepared according to restaurant recipes and quality standards.
- Maintained and sanitized service stations, prep areas, and countertops.
- Assisted with training new BOH staff members on established processes and goals.
- Checked use by dates on food and beverage stock and maintained record of wasted items.
- Unloaded and stocked kitchen supplies.
- Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
- Maintained high personal grooming standards and uniform presentation.
- Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.
- Prepared sandwiches, salads and other specialty items according to customer specifications.
- Stocked and rotated food items according to expiration dates.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
- Lifted and carried heavy materials.
- Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
- Loaded dishes, glasses and tableware into dishwashing machines.
- Pushed, pulled and transported large loads and objects.
- Trained new staff on food preparation and safety procedures.
Education
No Degree - Business
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05-2029
High School Diploma -
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05-2025
Skills
- Sanitation procedures
- Food preparation
- Food presentation
- Portion control
- Temperature monitoring
- Waste reduction
- Problem-solving
- Flexible and adaptable
- Workplace safety
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Sweeping and mopping
- Standards compliance
- Teamwork
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
Accomplishments
I was recognized on several occasions as "Top Performer" and "Employee of the Month."
Timeline
BOH Team Member
Chick-fil-A
01.2025 - 03.2026
No Degree - Business
Liberty University
High School Diploma -
Liberty University