Dedicated Kitchen Manager with expertise in food safety, staff training, and compliance auditing. Proven ability to optimize kitchen operations and enhance menu management while ensuring high-quality service.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kitchen Manager
OPAA! Food Management
Frankfort, Kansas
05.2025 - 04.2026
Managed daily kitchen operations ensuring food quality and safety standards.
Supervised staff to optimize workflow during meal preparation, ensuring timely service.
Coordinated inventory management to maintain consistent supply of ingredients for menu execution.
Implemented menu changes with culinary team to align offerings with nutrition guidelines and customer preferences.
Trained new employees on kitchen procedures and safety protocols.
Dietary Manager
Frankfurt Carehome
Frankfort, Kansas
07.2023 - 03.2025
Managed daily dietary operations for residents in long-term care environment.
Collaborated with healthcare professionals to tailor dietary plans for residents' individual needs.
Managed meal preparation according to established recipes and portion control guidelines, ensuring compliance with standard operating procedures.
Trained staff on proper food handling and sanitation practices.
Performed regular audits of food inventory to ensure quality and freshness standards were met.
Attended meetings with other healthcare professionals concerning nutrition-related topics.
Dietary Cook
Community Memorial Health System
Marysville, Kansas
04.2020 - 02.2023
Collaborated with nutrition staff to develop balanced menus that addressed diverse dietary needs, enhancing patient satisfaction.
Prepared nutritious meals following dietary guidelines and patient preferences.
Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, contributing to smooth kitchen operations in a busy healthcare environment.
Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen areas, ensuring compliance with health regulations and promoting a safe dining environment.
Assisted in inventory management, ensuring proper stock levels of food supplies.