Daniel Clark
Santaquin
Summary
Dynamic quick service retail professional with expertise in kitchen management and team leadership, honed at Coaches Corner. Streamlined operations, boosting efficiency by 20%. Adept in staff training and workflow coordination, ensuring exceptional service delivery and customer satisfaction. Proven track record in fostering collaborative environments and achieving operational excellence.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Chef, Bartender, Server
Coaches Corner
02.2019 - 07.2025
- Assisted in menu planning and recipe development to enhance culinary offerings.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure smooth food preparation and presentation.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen tools and work areas.
- Demonstrated exceptional leadership skills while supervising a team of chefs and kitchen staff members during peak service hours.
- Participated in daily food service operations, ensuring timely meal delivery.
Assistant Manager
Caribou Coffee
08.2017 - 10.2019
- Led team in achieving operational excellence and improving service delivery standards.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Developed and streamlined workflow processes, increasing efficiency across departments.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering a collaborative environment and encouraging professional growth.
- Oversaw inventory management systems to optimize stock levels and reduce discrepancies.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through effective problem resolution and feedback implementation.
Assistant Manager
Dairy Queen
08.2014 - 08.2019
- Implemented training programs to enhance staff performance and customer engagement strategies.
- Coordinated cross-departmental initiatives, ensuring alignment with company objectives and goals.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Scheduled staff shifts to ensure proper coverage during peak shopping hours without exceeding labor budgets.
Education
High School Diploma -
West Senior High School
Iowa City, IA05-2013
No Degree - General Education
Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IASkills
- Cooking techniques
- Sanitation practices
- Food presentation
- Kitchen management
- Team management
- Kitchen operations
Timeline
Lead Chef, Bartender, Server
Coaches Corner
02.2019 - 07.2025
Assistant Manager
Caribou Coffee
08.2017 - 10.2019
Assistant Manager
Dairy Queen
08.2014 - 08.2019
High School Diploma -
West Senior High School
No Degree - General Education
Kirkwood Community College
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