Ebony Kirksey
Charleston,SC
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional manager with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Chef
Kiawah Island Resort
08.2020 - Current
- Developed seasonal menus in collaboration with management, taking into account guest preferences and market trends.
- Reduced staff turnover through effective training, mentoring, and performance evaluations.
- Demonstrated exceptional leadership skills while supervising a team of chefs and kitchen staff members during peak service hours.
- Fostered an inclusive work environment where employees from diverse backgrounds felt valued.
- Increased customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality dishes in a timely manner.
- Continuously improved culinary techniques through professional development opportunities such as workshops, seminars, and industry conferences.
- Implemented cost-saving measures, increasing profitability without compromising on food quality or presentation standards.
Transporter, Instacart
01.2021 - Current
- I shop for the customers groceries and deliver them to the customer
- Making sure that the order is accurate and efficient, while being sanitary!
- Chef, In-Room Dining, Server Asst
Restaurant Manager
Ruby Tuesday
03.2011 - 01.2022
- Conducted regular staff performance reviews
- Created the work schedule for the restaurant staff
- Demonstrated effective skills in safe food handling and conducted workshops with staff to promote cleanliness and safety in the kitchen
- Developed new marketing strategies in order to increase volume
- Elevated the guest experience by spending time focusing on top quality food, service and a pleasing atmosphere
- Recruited, trained and oversaw a staff of 15 servers and 10 cooks in a fast-paced restaurant.
Education
GED -
Home School
San Antonio, TX01.2001
Skills
- Flexible and open minded
- Servsafe
- Restaurant Management
- Innovative and bright
- Food Safety
- Recruiting
- Management
- Multi-tasking ability
- Effective time management
- Leadership Experience
- Organized and efficient
- Customer Service
- Catering
- Food Handling
Certification
Food Handler Certification
Personal Information
- Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
- Authorized To Work: US for any employer
Timeline
Transporter, Instacart
01.2021 - Current
Lead Chef
Kiawah Island Resort
08.2020 - Current
Restaurant Manager
Ruby Tuesday
03.2011 - 01.2022
GED -
Home School
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