Curtis Frederickson
WILLOW GROVE,Pennsylvania
Summary
Talented kitchen leader and team motivator successful at maintaining staff focus and productivity in a high-volume, multiple venue operation. Experienced with foreign and domestic cuisine, modified and restricted diets, sourcing ingredients, and controlling budgets.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Supervisor
Human Good East
1515 The Fairway Jenkintown Pa. 19090
11.1987 - Current
- Directed the production and safe service of daily menus to a large population of clients with varying dietary requirements.
- Planned menus, prepared and served a variety of catered events.
- Retail sales experience in small cafe including customer service, menu planning, ordering, sanitation and POS system.
- Planned menus, created order guides and placed orders for needed products.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Maximized team productivity by expertly delegating tasks to kitchen staff.
- Addressed customer complaints with professional demeanor and used communication and problem-solving skills to resolve issues.
- Disciplined and motivated staff to achieve challenging objectives in fast-paced culinary environments.
- Supervised food presentation and plating to enhance visual appeal.
- Coordinated kitchen activities with front-of-house staff for seamless service.
- Monitored food inventory and supplies to prevent waste.
- Planned routine upkeep of kitchen equipment and facilities for safe and efficient operation.
- Stayed current with industry trends and innovations to boost competitiveness and customer appeal.
- Set and oversaw weekly and special menu plans.
- Managed team of 18+ production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
- Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Restaurant And Food Services Management
Montgomery County Community College
Blue Bell, PASkills
- Pride and Dedication in Work
- Extensive Knowledge of Food Preparation
- Adept at Food Presentation and Plating
- Excellent Customer Service Skills
- Proficient at Menu Development, Planning and Implementation
- Knowledge of Food Safety and Sanitation Practices and Implementation
- Proficient at Ordering Needed Products and Vender Relations
- Knowledge of Tools and Equipment to Produce High Quality Food Safely and Efficiently
- Passion to Learn and Continually Grow
- Knowledge of Specific Diets and Mechanically Altered Foods Needed by Client Being Served
Timeline
Production Supervisor
Human Good East
11.1987 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Restaurant And Food Services Management
Montgomery County Community College