Cyren Burke
Wadsworth,OH
Summary
Creative kitchen manager known for enhancing team performance and streamlining operations. Expertise in culinary creativity, food safety, and mentoring staff to achieve consistent service quality, driving customer satisfaction and operational success.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Bratview Enterprises LLC
Broadview Heights, OH
12.2021 - Current
- Managed daily kitchen operations, ensuring adherence to food safety and sanitation standards.
- Supervised kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative environment while delegating tasks effectively.
- Developed and implemented portion control and worked vigorously on reducing food cost and overall COGS.
- Trained new line and prep cooks on culinary techniques and operational procedures for consistency in service quality and efficiency during service.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
Lead Line Cook
Tailgators Sports Pub & Grille
Wadsworth, OH
12.2020 - 08.2022
- Trained and mentored junior cooks, enhancing team performance and culinary skills.
- Ensured consistent presentation of dishes, reinforcing restaurant's brand identity and culinary excellence.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
Executive Chef
Great Oaks Tavern
Wadsworth, OH
03.2019 - 09.2021
- Directed culinary operations, ensuring high-quality food preparation and presentation standards.
- Developed seasonal menus emphasizing local produce and innovative recipes.
- Managed kitchen staff, fostering teamwork and enhancing skill development through training sessions.
- Streamlined inventory management practices to reduce waste and optimize cost efficiency.
- Implemented food safety protocols, maintaining compliance with health regulations and standards.
- Oversaw catering services for special events, ensuring seamless execution and customer satisfaction.
- Increased customer satisfaction by creating innovative and diverse menus tailored to various dietary needs.
- Helped create original menu and sauces from scratch leading to signature dishes and tastes.
Lead Line Cook
91 Wood Fired Oven
Canton, OH
11.2018 - 08.2019
- Developed and refined menu items, contributing to improved customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Cultivated a positive working atmosphere among kitchen staff, fostering camaraderie and a strong sense of teamwork.
- Produced high volume covers per day and maintained near-perfect customer satisfaction scores.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
Education
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts
The Culinary Institute of America
Hyde Park, NY05-2010
Skills
- Multitasking and organization
- Customer service
- Food safety
- Inventory management
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Bratview Enterprises LLC
12.2021 - Current
Lead Line Cook
Tailgators Sports Pub & Grille
12.2020 - 08.2022
Executive Chef
Great Oaks Tavern
03.2019 - 09.2021
Lead Line Cook
91 Wood Fired Oven
11.2018 - 08.2019
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts
The Culinary Institute of America