Francisco Rogel

Kitchen Mnager

The Habit Burger Grill

02.2006 - 09.2019

Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
Inspected stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
Implemented and maintained food safety and sanitation standards to establish safe handling and preparation of food.
Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
Developed and implemented kitchen policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for kitchen operations and comply with regulations.
Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
Reviewed and analyzed kitchen performance to verify gaps and observe continuous improvement.
Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
Collaborated with other departments to coordinate meal service and special events, executing smooth operations.
Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
Inspected equipment and machinery for proper working condition and directed staff to clean and repair as needed.