Crystal Kirkland
kitchen floor lead
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at GOD'S LOVE WE DELIVER, excelling in employee training and team collaboration. Proven track record in maintaining high food quality standards and implementing effective safety protocols. Recognized for adaptability and attention to detail, consistently delivering exceptional meals for large groups while fostering a positive kitchen environment.
Strategic Floor Lead with substantial background managing and mentoring teams in fast-paced environment. Identifies clients needs and optimizes operations with focus on practical strategies. .
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Floor Lead/Cook
GODS LOVE WE DELIVER
06.2021 - Current
- Trained new team members on food safety protocols and meal assembly techniques to maintain high standards of service quality.
- Conducted regular quality checks on meals before distribution, ensuring compliance with health regulations and client specifications.
- Collaborated with volunteers to optimize shift schedules, enhancing team productivity during peak meal service times.
- Fostered high-quality customer service across team by modeling standards and providing employees with direction and coaching.
- Operated kitchen equipment such as grills, ovens, and fryers efficiently while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety.
- Monitored food safety procedures, maintaining compliance with health regulations during all stages of food preparation.
- Prepare meals for 5,000 people.
- Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
- Measured, weighed, and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
- Prepared and cooked a variety of dishes in accordance with menu specifications, ensuring quality and consistency in every meal served.
- Monitored food safety practices, including proper storage temperatures and sanitation procedures, to maintain a clean kitchen environment.
DELI /Grill Cook
MORGAN STANLEY
03.2018 - 05.2021
- Operated grill station during scheduled shifts, ensuring timely preparation of menu items while maintaining high food quality standards.
- Monitored food safety practices, adhering to health regulations and ensuring compliance with sanitation procedures.
- Prepared a variety of grilled meats and vegetables, utilizing proper cooking techniques to enhance flavor and texture.
- Checked freshness and quality of ingredients.
- Prepared meals according to customer specifications.
- Used cost-saving measures to maximize profits.
- Worked closely with other kitchen staff to facilitate timely completion of orders.
- Restocked stations and supplies during slower periods between rushes.
- Performed daily food preparation tasks by chopping, slicing and dicing various food and ingredients.
- Regularly cleaned and maintained grilling equipment to ensure peak performance at all times.
Head Cook
NYU Lutheran Center for Children and Families,
06.2011 - 09.2015
- Prepared balanced meals and snacks for children, ensuring adherence to dietary guidelines and food safety standards.
- Managed inventory of kitchen supplies, maintaining stock levels and ordering items as needed to prevent shortages.
- Developed weekly menus that incorporated seasonal ingredients while accommodating food allergies and preferences.
- Collaborated with childcare staff to plan special events, providing themed meals that enhanced the learning experience for children.
- Implemented sanitation protocols in compliance with health regulations, conducting regular inspections of kitchen areas for cleanliness.
- Assisted in budgeting for kitchen operations by tracking expenses related to food purchases and minimizing waste through efficient meal planning.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
- Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
Education
High School Diploma -
W.E.B DUBOIS
BROOKLYN 05.2001 -
Culinary Arts Certification - Culinary Arts
Project Renewal Culinary Arts
Manhattan 05.2001 -
Skills
Workplace safety
Employee training
Problem-solving
Team supervision
Excellent communication
Attention to detail
Team building
Team collaboration
Reliable and responsible
Decision-making
Adaptability and flexibility
Team cooperation
Timeline
Floor Lead/Cook
GODS LOVE WE DELIVER
06.2021 - Current
DELI /Grill Cook
MORGAN STANLEY
03.2018 - 05.2021
Head Cook
NYU Lutheran Center for Children and Families,
06.2011 - 09.2015
High School Diploma -
W.E.B DUBOIS
05.2001 -
Culinary Arts Certification - Culinary Arts
Project Renewal Culinary Arts
05.2001 -