Talented kitchen leader offer over 10 years of experience in preparing and serving diverse foods. Motivates employees to exceed customer expectations in high-volume settings while maintaining strong quality and cost controls. Service-oriented with good multitasking, safety management and decision-making skills.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Supervisor
Seven Bridges Grille & Brewery
04.2020 - 06.2023
Monitored staff performance, enforcing adherence to policies, procedures, regulations, health codes, license requirements and top service standards.
Assigned tasks to employees and oversaw opening of restaurant.
Checked and monitored inventory levels weekly to help control food costs.
Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
Identified problems, conducted troubleshooting and sought repair or maintenance support to keep restaurant equipment operational.
Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers while keeping the restaurant compliant with all federal, state, and local hygiene and food safety regulations.
Main Prep Cook
Seven Bridges Grille & Brewery
08.2014 - 06.2023
Ensuring the highest quality food preparation is prepared by adhering to recipe procedures in compliance with all applicable guidelines and regulations.
Prepare, bake, and/or cook soups, meats, vegetables, dressings, sauces, cakes, pies, pizzas and more.
Packaged, arranged and labeled ingredient stock, storing at established temperatures.
Prepared cooking supplies, ingredients and workstations during opening and closing procedures to maximize efficiency.
Upheld optimal staff and customer protections by monitoring food handling, cleaning and sanitation protocols.
Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize restaurant pantry.
Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
Trained and supervised cooking staff to expertly meet daily needs.
Nutrition Coordinator
Baptist Medical Center
01.2010 - 05.2013
Oversaw tray assembly ensuring prompt and accurate tray delivery.
Took detailed personal menu selections in accordance with dietary restrictions and guidelines recommended by treating physician.
Responsible for counting cash drawers and ensuring accuracy of money count and contents of safe each night.
Food Service Associate/Grill Cook
Baptist Medical Center
12.2005 - 01.2010
Prepared grill orders for both customers and patients.
Delivered food to patient’s rooms in a efficient, friendly, and safe manner.
Maintained kitchen to the highest standards of cleanliness at all times.
Sales Floor Representative
Target
06.2004 - 09.2005
Provided courteous and professional customer service.
Directed customers and provided product information.
Stocked and restocked the store.
Skilled in merchandise display—used company-issued schematics to set product presentations according to standards.
Efficiently and accurately processed customer check-out– maintained and balanced an accurate cash drawer.
Education
Digital Media/Multimedia Production - Technical Certificate -
Florida State College
Skills
Food inspection
Teamwork
Dependable and reliable
Kitchen organization
Adherence to recipes
Quick-learning
Time management
Food spoilage prevention
Menu memorization
Food preparation and safety
Inventory Control
Kitchen Equipment Operation
Health Code Requirements
High-Volume Dining
Staff Management
Opening and Closing Procedures
Order Accuracy
Food Preparation and Safety
Equipment Maintenance
Optimal Inventory Levels
Plates Presentation
Food Plating and Presentation
Kitchen Staff Coordination
Culinary Arts
Food Production Management
Kitchen Sanitization
Task Delegation
Cleaning Abilities
Sanitizing Understanding
Meal Service Coordination
Performance Improvement
Staff Training
Food inspection
Food Portion Specification
Cash Register Counting
Cutting Techniques
Food Spoilage Prevention
Time Management
Effective Prioritization
Recipe Preparation
Regulatory Standards
Menu Memorization
Team Oriented
Cleaning and Organization
Stocking and Replenishing
Chopping Vegetables
Safe Work Practices
Proper Storage Procedures
Food Service Sanitation
Food Inspection
Equipment Sanitation
Equipment Cleaning and Maintenance
Food Safety Oversight
Food Storage
Efficient Multitasking
Attention to Detail
Safe Food Handling Procedures
Proper Portioning
Willingness to Learn
Recipes Adherence
Cleanliness and Sanitation
Kitchen Preparation
Sauce Reduction and Parboiling
Sanitary Standards
Surface Sanitizing
Garnishing and Plating
Team Collaboration
Product Rotations
Temperature Requirements
Corporate Standards
Cooking and Baking
Store Room and Walk-In Inspections
Safe Handling Standards
Kitchen Inventory Management
Work Assignments
Dietary Restrictions
Quick-Learning
Sauce Preparation
Knife Skills
Contamination Control
Food Presentation Talent
Ingredients Measuring
Portion Management
Ordering and Stocking
Quality Assurance and Control
Cooking Method Accuracy
Salad Preparation
Reliable and Trustworthy
Kitchen Equipment Management
Stock Rotation
Labor and Food Cost Control
Food Storage Procedures
Kitchen Station Setup
Food Allergen Safety
Desserts and Confections
Back of House Operations
Head Chef Collaboration
Food Safety Standards
Professional Attitude
Critical Thinking
Delegation and Task Management
Hot and Cold Food Preparation
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Kitchen Supervisor
Seven Bridges Grille & Brewery
04.2020 - 06.2023
Main Prep Cook
Seven Bridges Grille & Brewery
08.2014 - 06.2023
Nutrition Coordinator
Baptist Medical Center
01.2010 - 05.2013
Food Service Associate/Grill Cook
Baptist Medical Center
12.2005 - 01.2010
Sales Floor Representative
Target
06.2004 - 09.2005
Digital Media/Multimedia Production - Technical Certificate -