Dylan Leitner
Bay City
Summary
Detail-oriented culinary professional with expertise in kitchen management and food preparation.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook
Bayfield Assisted Living
Bay City, MI
12.2025 - Current
- Prepared nutritious meals adhering to dietary guidelines for residents with diverse dietary needs.
- Managed kitchen inventory, ensuring freshness and proper storage of ingredients.
- Collaborated with staff to develop weekly menus that cater to resident preferences.
- Trained new kitchen staff on food safety protocols and meal preparation techniques.
- Oversaw daily kitchen operations, maintaining cleanliness and order in compliance with health regulations.
- Conducted regular evaluations of meal satisfaction through resident feedback to enhance dining experience.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
- Enhanced teamwork within the kitchen staff by fostering a collaborative environment focused on meeting high standards of quality and efficiency.
- Prepared diverse cuisines to meet customer dietary needs and preferences, elevating dining experience.
Manager
Burger King
Bay City, MI
06.2020 - 12.2026
- Supervised daily operations to ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
- Trained and mentored staff to enhance customer service quality and team efficiency.
- Implemented inventory management systems to optimize stock levels and reduce waste.
- Resolved customer complaints effectively, improving overall satisfaction ratings.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Built high-performing teams through effective recruitment, onboarding, and talent development initiatives.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ubly Community Schools
Ubly, MISkills
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Kitchen organization
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Food presentation
- Sanitation practices
- Food handler certification
- ServSafe certified
Certification
- ServSafe Certification
- Food Handling Certification
Timeline
Cook
Bayfield Assisted Living
12.2025 - Current
Manager
Burger King
06.2020 - 12.2026
High School Diploma -
Ubly Community Schools