Culinary professional with solid history of overseeing kitchen operations and creating high-quality dishes. Known for strong collaboration skills and results-driven approach, ensuring smooth kitchen workflows and guest satisfaction. Reliable and adaptable, with proficiency in menu planning and team leadership.
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D'Vonte Pinder
Glendale,AZ
Summary
Overview
11
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Moody Concepts LLC
HEAD COOK
09.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Manage kitchen operations, ensuring food safety compliance
- Enhance operational efficiency with GM collaboration
- Lead food production, maintain high standards
- Improve workflow with new procedures
- Developed and executed seasonal menus aligned with customer preferences and dietary restrictions.
- Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
- Created visually appealing plate presentations to enhance the overall dining experience for guests.
- Implemented customer feedback system to gather insights, leading to menu adjustments that increased repeat business.
ROSATI'S PIZZA
ASSISTANT MANAGER
01.2021 - 09.2023
Job overview
- Supervised line staff, enhancing task accuracy
- Implemented process improvements
- Fostered team collaboration
- Resolved operational issues, ensuring workflow
- Contributed to customer satisfaction
Pro Staff
SANITATION SPECIALIST
06.2020 - 12.2020
Job overview
- Led sanitation team in Amazon warehouses
- Ensured compliance with health protocols
- Coordinated with management for efficient operations
Opal Grand Oceanfront Resort & Spa
HOUSEMAN/HOUSEKEEPER
02.2020 - 05.2020
Job overview
- Managed guest needs; ensured pristine room conditions
- Enhanced guest satisfaction through efficient room upkeep
- Applied organizational skills in room management
- Solved maintenance issues swiftly, improving guest experience
Grand Lucayan Resort, Grand Bahama Island
Stewarding Supervisor
09.2017 - 02.2020
Job overview
- Supervised daily operations of stewarding department, ensuring cleanliness and compliance with safety standards.
- Trained and mentored staff on proper cleaning techniques and equipment usage to enhance efficiency.
- Implemented inventory control measures, optimizing supply management and reducing waste.
- Coordinated schedules for team members, ensuring adequate coverage during peak service times.
- Conducted routine inspections of kitchen areas to maintain hygiene standards and operational excellence.
- Supervised banquet setup activities to ensure timely completion while adhering to established quality standards.
- Oversaw proper storage of china, glassware, silverware, tableware, linens ensuring minimal breakages or losses.
Uniform Shop (Dickies)
Sales Associate
06.2016 - 07.2017
Job overview
- Cultivated strong customer relationships to enhance brand loyalty and repeat business.
- Executed product demonstrations to effectively showcase features and benefits to potential customers.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring optimal stock levels and organization across sales floor.
- Trained new sales associates on product knowledge, sales techniques, and customer engagement strategies.
Caterpillar
Warehouse Worker
06.2014 - 08.2014
Job overview
- Organized inventory and maintained accurate stock levels to support daily operations.
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Streamlined packing processes, reducing errors and improving order fulfillment times.
- Assisted in developing inventory management strategies that improved stock accuracy and availability.
Education
Abaco Central HighFreeport
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA from General Studies
06.2014
University Overview
Skills
- Inventory Management
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Logistics Planning
- Procurement
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management
- Problem Solving
- Computer Skills
- Team leadership
- Food safety compliance
- Kitchen management
- Sales strategy
- Friendly, positive attitude
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 6 staff members.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
Certification
- OSHA 10
- OSHA
LANGUAGES
English (Highly proficient)
Spanish (Novice)
German
Interests
- Gym Workouts
- Martial Arts
- Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
- I like trying new recipes and food trends
- Music
- Playing Sports
- I like working with my hands and fixing things
- I love working on and learning about cars
- DIY and Home Improvement
- Fashion and Style
HOBBIES
HOBBIES
I love to stay active by playing a lot of different sports and consistently working out at the gym. On my more slower days to take it easy I make my own music in my home studioTimeline
HEAD COOK
Moody Concepts LLC
09.2023 - Current
ASSISTANT MANAGER
ROSATI'S PIZZA
01.2021 - 09.2023
SANITATION SPECIALIST
Pro Staff
06.2020 - 12.2020
HOUSEMAN/HOUSEKEEPER
Opal Grand Oceanfront Resort & Spa
02.2020 - 05.2020
Stewarding Supervisor
Grand Lucayan Resort, Grand Bahama Island
09.2017 - 02.2020
Sales Associate
Uniform Shop (Dickies)
06.2016 - 07.2017
Warehouse Worker
Caterpillar
06.2014 - 08.2014
Abaco Central High
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA from General Studies