Christopher Padilla
Knoxville,TN
Summary
My goals include excelling in the kitchen manager position and having the opportunity to move up to a more prominent position within the company.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Scrambled Jakes
10.2020 - Current
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
- Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on timing of dish completion.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep tasks and effectively organizing workstations.
- Increased kitchen productivity by keeping tools organized for easy access when needed.
- Boosted employee morale through positive attitude, willingness to assist others when needed.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
Kitchen Manager
Big Kahuna Wings
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Responsibilities include hiring and training kitchen staff, ordering food and supplies, maintain inventory levels and conduct full weekly inventory
- Maintaining and cleaning all kitchen equipment
Shift Manager
Buffalo Wild Wings
01.2014 - 01.2019
- Responsibilities included overseeing daily operations of the restaurant including managing multiple employees, helping in front and back of house
- Maintain a great experience for the guests
- Handle checkouts, cash drawers and deposits at closing
Cook
Cracker Barrel
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Responsibilities included maintaining prep levels throughout the day
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Smoky Mountain Brewery
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Responsibilities included opening the restaurant, make prep list, keep inventory stocked accordingly throughout the day
- Managing inventory levels and placing truck orders
Education
High School Diploma -
North Valley Charter Academy
01.2010
Skills
- Culinary Experience
- High Pressure Environment
- Management Experience
- Flexible Scheduling
- Communication Skills
- Training Skills
Timeline
Line Cook
Scrambled Jakes
10.2020 - Current
Kitchen Manager
Big Kahuna Wings
01.2019 - 01.2020
Shift Manager
Buffalo Wild Wings
01.2014 - 01.2019
Cook
Cracker Barrel
01.2013 - 01.2014
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Smoky Mountain Brewery
01.2011 - 01.2013
High School Diploma -
North Valley Charter Academy