MACKENZIE RUSSELL
Athens,GA
Summary
Hardworking, highly motivated professional eager to use combined knowledge and skills to enhance business performance. Operates well in both individual and team capacities, leveraging seasoned work ethic to quickly adapt to different processes and drive company objectives. Resourceful and results-driven with a passion for growth and efficiency to meet company needs and increase service value.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef
5&10
02.2023 - Current
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Adapted menus seasonally, incorporating fresh produce to create visually appealing and flavorful dishes.
- Developed unique events and special promotions to drive sales.
General Manager
5&10
02.2023 - 06.2023
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Developed and implemented cost-saving strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners within the community.
- Analyzed trends and competitor activities to create competitive advantages.
Kitchen Lead
Chucks Fish
04.2019 - 02.2023
- Established effective communication between cooks, servers, bartenders, and management team to ensure smooth operation of services.
- Assisted in developing cost-effective strategies for purchasing ingredients and supplies while maintaining high quality standards.
- Improved food quality and consistency by implementing new, diverse recipes.
Garde Manger
The Falls
09.2018 - 05.2019
- Exhibited versatility by stepping into other kitchen roles as needed.
- Assisted with training of new staff members.
- Showed high-level understanding of fine dining standards and practices.
Lead Bartender
The Georgia Club
05.2017 - 08.2018
- Exceptional customer service skills with the ability to handle difficult situations.
- Proven proficient in POS systems, cash handling, and inventory management.
- Showed strong organizational skills with the capacity to prioritize tasks effectively.
Education
Completed Coursework Towards Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Georgia Gwinnett College
Lawrenceville, GA05.2017
Skills
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Operations Management
- Training and Development
- Expense Tracking
- Team Collaboration
- Strategic Planning
Certification
- EMT - Emergency Medical Technician
Timeline
Chef
5&10
02.2023 - Current
General Manager
5&10
02.2023 - 06.2023
Kitchen Lead
Chucks Fish
04.2019 - 02.2023
Garde Manger
The Falls
09.2018 - 05.2019
Lead Bartender
The Georgia Club
05.2017 - 08.2018
Completed Coursework Towards Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Georgia Gwinnett College
- EMT - Emergency Medical Technician
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