Claudio Pino
Bowling Green,OH
Summary
Results-oriented professional with extensive experience in kitchen management and general labor. Adept in multitasking, organization, and problem-solving, consistently achieving operational efficiencies and fostering a collaborative environment to enhance overall team performance.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Chowders N Moor
Waterville, OH
05.2014 - Current
- Oversaw daily kitchen operations, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to food safety standards.
- Trained and mentored staff on cooking techniques and proper equipment usage.
- Developed and implemented inventory management systems to reduce waste and optimize supply chain.
- Conducted regular staff evaluations, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen team and service areas for optimal guest experiences.
- Consistently met or exceeded local health department inspection requirements through diligent adherence to safety protocols and maintaining thorough documentation records.
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
- Achieved rapid ticket times during peak service hours by effectively managing workflow distribution across various stations.
- Implemented and maintained food safety and sanitation standards to establish safe handling and preparation of food.
- Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
- Fostered a collaborative working environment among diverse teams of chefs, line cooks, prep cooks, dishwashers, and other support staff.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, addressing any skill gaps or growth opportunities through ongoing training initiatives.
- Resolved conflicts within kitchen team promptly, maintaining a positive and productive work environment.
- Boosted team morale and performance through effective leadership.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
General Laborer
A+ Concrete & Construction
Toledo, OH
04.2010 - 09.2014
- Maintained clean and organized worksites, minimizing hazards and promoting a safe working environment.
- Demonstrated strong work ethic, completing physically demanding tasks under varying conditions.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Assisted team members with tasks that required group effort.
- Completed tasks efficiently for timely project completion within set deadlines.
- Adapted quickly to new tasks or changes in project scope, demonstrating flexibility in skillset and problem-solving abilities.
- Efficiently loaded and unloaded trucks with necessary materials for each project phase while adhering to proper lifting techniques.
- Enhanced team morale through positive attitude, mutual support, and fostering a collaborative atmosphere during challenging projects.
- Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Used a a variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Moved and cleared debris from work sites to dispose of in designated areas.
- Loaded and unloaded materials and equipment onto and off construction sites.
- Provided labor support to carpenters, masons and other skilled trades.
- Helped with erecting scaffolding and ladders.
- Assisted in the accurate measurement and marking of construction materials for precise cutting and installation.
- Performed general construction work on both residential and commercial building projects.
- Executed daily duties to meet strict deadlines and drive forward progress.
- Finished projects by sealing paints or stains, polishing surfaces and cleaning work sites.
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
- Gathered waste and trash from job sites for placement in refuse containers to keep job sites clean and organized.
- Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
- Operated lawn maintenance equipment including mowers, trimmers, and blowers to ensure efficient service delivery.
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Maintained clean work areas by removing debris, leaves, and branches from client properties.
- Used shears, pruners, and chainsaws to prune and trim hedges and shrubs.
- Ensured proper use of safety equipment such as ppe, goggles, ear plugs, steel-toed boots, etc. to meet safety guidelines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Otsego High School
Tontogany, OHSkills
- Inventory management
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Safety protocols and procedures
- Staff supervision
- Staff training and development
- Multitasking and organization
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Team player
- Power tool operation
- Landscaping experience
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Chowders N Moor
05.2014 - Current
General Laborer
A+ Concrete & Construction
04.2010 - 09.2014
High School Diploma -
Otsego High School