Dylan Hoodenpyle
Chattanooga,TN
Summary
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Healthcare Food Service/Dishwasher
Compass Group USA
Chattanooga, TN
11.2023 - Current
- Scrubbed and sanitized dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and other kitchen equipment.
- Operated industrial dishwashers to clean plates, glasses, silverware, and cooking utensils.
- Loaded dirty dishes into the dishwasher racks and unloaded clean dishes from the washer onto carts or shelves.
- Stocked service areas with clean plates, bowls, cups, and other items as needed.
- Cleaned food preparation areas such as countertops, cupboards, appliances exteriors, walls floors and sinks.
- Removed garbage and trash to designated disposal areas in accordance with health regulations.
- Disposed of glassware that had been broken or chipped according to safety procedures.
- Checked temperatures of dishwashing machines to ensure proper functioning.
- Maintained adequate levels of cleaning supplies for washing dishes.
- Swept and mopped floors in the kitchen area at regular intervals throughout shift.
- Assisted in preparing salads and desserts when requested by chefs or supervisors.
- Filled out daily logs regarding temperature readings of dishwashers as required by health department regulations.
- Inspected all returned dishes for cleanliness before restocking them on shelves.
- Organized trays with cutlery prior to serving meals to customers.
- Informed supervisors immediately if any machine malfunctions were observed during operation.
- Followed all safety guidelines while handling sharp objects like knives or forks.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning filters in the dishwashing machine.
- Sanitized surfaces after each use following standard sanitation practices.
- Ensured that workstations were kept neat and tidy throughout the shift.
- Unloaded deliveries from vendors ensuring that all items were accounted for.
- Replenished soap dispensers with detergent when necessary.
- Maintained accurate records of all inventory used during shifts.
- Scrubbed pots, pans and trays by hand or cleaned using industrial washing machine.
- Kept dishware, glasses and utensils ready for customer needs by quickly scraping, washing and restacking items.
- Loaded and unloaded dishwashers, washing by hand large pots or items used on continuous basis.
- Sanitized counters and wiped down surfaces following food preparation to prevent cross-contamination from raw meats.
- Developed great team spirit with other personnel by pitching in and helping with task completion.
- Operated and maintained dishwasher, handwash stations, pot-scrubbing station and trash compactor.
- Maintained assigned areas to keep organized and clean by mopping floor.
- Backed up kitchen team members during heavy work periods to maximize team coverage.
- Replaced clean utensils in storage bins for easy access.
- Restocked main kitchen areas with items from shelves, coolers and freezers.
- Removed built-up waste and potential contaminants from waste receptacles, machinery and cooking equipment.
- Unloaded trucks to move food and supplies from delivery vehicle to storage areas.
- Swept and mopped floors at end of shift to comply with sanitary regulations.
- Sorted clean dishes in appropriate storage areas for easy and accessible use.
- Cleared trash and washed work area tables, walls, refrigerator equipment, cooking equipment and floors to keep sanitized kitchen.
- Re-stocked clean washcloths, paper towels, sponges and other cleaning supplies.
Food Service Supervisor
Jacks
Red Bank , TN
03.2019 - 09.2022
- Supervised and coordinated activities of food service personnel to ensure efficient operation of the restaurant.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in all areas of the kitchen.
- Developed menus that met nutritional requirements while staying within budget guidelines.
- Maintained inventory of supplies, equipment, and food items needed for daily operations.
- Ordered necessary supplies from approved vendors to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Provided direction to staff on proper preparation techniques for menu items.
- Reviewed customer feedback forms to identify areas needing improvement in quality or customer service.
- Conducted weekly training sessions with staff members on food safety practices and standards.
- Monitored portion sizes and plate presentation to ensure consistency across all dishes served.
- Investigated complaints regarding food quality or customer service issues promptly and effectively resolved them.
- Performed regular inspections of kitchen equipment and storage areas for cleanliness and functionality.
- Ensured compliance with applicable local laws regarding alcohol sales, sanitation, hygiene.
- Managed financial aspects such as tracking expenses, calculating costs per meal served.
- Analyzed operational reports to determine trends related to labor costs or customer satisfaction ratings.
- Implemented strategies designed to increase profitability through cost savings initiatives or improved efficiency measures.
- Worked closely with management team to develop promotional campaigns or other marketing efforts aimed at increasing sales volumes.
- Trained workers in food preparation, money handling and cleaning roles to facilitate restaurant operations.
- Monitored food storage, handling, preparation and delivery to maintain health and safety standards.
- Created and adjusted department schedules and individual shift assignments.
- Purchased food and supplies according to department needs.
- Oversaw work and guest areas to provide clean, tidy and properly sanitized facilities according to established guidelines.
- Collaborated with server trainees to promptly resolve potential customer concerns.
- Performed continuous evaluations of employee performance and service levels.
- Developed and implemented strategies to enhance team performance, improve processes and boost results.
- Guided trainees to boost safety and inventory waste management to meet pre-established business thresholds for operation.
- Produced detailed documentation to outline potential worker issues.
- Delivered food prep training so that employees could effectively feed staff personnel.
- Reviewed daily task list with employees and assigned tasks for completion.
- Managed inventory and rotated food products in storage to avoid spoilage and waste.
- Adhered to company food, safety, quality and sanitation policies.
- Investigated and resolved customer complaints concerning food quality and service.
- Performed frequent checks to maintain consistently high quality of food preparation and service.
- Responded to customer concerns efficiently, accurately and with detailed information.
- Monitored actions of staff and customers to uphold health and safety standards.
- Hired and trained new food service personnel to maintain high productivity levels of staff.
- Reconciled daily transactions, balanced cash registers and deposited restaurant's earnings at bank.
- Supervised portion control and quantities of preparation to minimize waste.
- Scanned kitchen and service areas for items that needed to be cleaned or replenished and directed staff to complete tasks.
- Reduced food waste by overseeing and planning ingredients, anticipated customers and popularity of items.
- Served customers by phone to take orders and answer product or service questions.
- Trained and mentored up to a couple dozen new employees each quarter.
- Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
- Explained goals and expectations required of trainees.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sequoyah Highschool
Soddy, TN05.2019
Skills
- Safe Food Handling
- Grilling
- Order Review
- Customer Service
- ServSafe Certification
- Math
- Science
- History
- Calm Under Pressure
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Relationship Building
- Leadership
Certification
- ServSafe
Timeline
Healthcare Food Service/Dishwasher
Compass Group USA
11.2023 - Current
Food Service Supervisor
Jacks
03.2019 - 09.2022
High School Diploma -
Sequoyah Highschool