Freeman Da'Von
Texas City,TX
Summary
Dynamic Cook Manager with a proven track record at Sonic Drive-In, excelling in kitchen management and waste reduction. Expert in training and mentoring staff while ensuring compliance with sanitation standards. Achieved significant improvements in efficiency and customer satisfaction through effective inventory supervision and portion control. Passionate about fostering a collaborative team environment.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook Manager
Sonic Drive-In
04.2022 - Current
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep processes and optimizing ingredient usage.
- Adapted cooking methods to accommodate special dietary requests without compromising dish integrity or taste.
- Reduced food waste by implementing proper portion control techniques and monitoring inventory levels.
- Trained new hires on kitchen procedures, safety protocols, and recipe execution to maintain consistency in service quality.
- Maintained a high standard of cleanliness, ensuring a safe and sanitary work environment for staff and customers.
- Collaborated with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations during peak meal times.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, providing constructive feedback aimed at improving overall skill set and kitchen efficiency.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Inspected equipment and machinery for proper working condition and directed staff to clean and repair as needed.
General Manager
K&S Restaurants
02.2018 - 03.2022
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
Fast Food Cook
Sonic Drive-In
08.2006 - 02.2018
- Worked in fast-paced environment with sense of urgency to serve guests quickly.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, contributing to a positive and safe work environment.
- Cooked menu items according to specified instructions.
- Handled high-pressure situations gracefully, maintaining professionalism even during peak business periods.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth workflow during peak hours, optimizing service efficiency.
- Practiced proper safety and sanitation standards.
- Utilized advanced multitasking skills when managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or consistency.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
- Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
- Excelled at quickly identifying and addressing customer concerns or complaints, striving to always provide exceptional service.
- Reduced food preparation times with strong organizational skills in arranging tools and ingredients before starting tasks.
Sales Associate
Wal-Mart Supercenter
10.2012 - 03.2013
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
- Contributed to visual merchandising efforts by creating eye-catching displays that showcased products effectively and enticed shoppers to make purchases.
Education
Process Technology
College of The Mainland
Texas City, TXBasics
College of The Mainland
Texas City, TXTexas City High School
Texas City, TXNo Degree -
Ball High School
Galveston, TXSkills
- Kitchen management
- Sanitation standards
- Temperature control
- Cross-contamination prevention
- Food storage
- Waste reduction
- Ordering supplies
- Portion control
- Allergy awareness
- Cost control
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Cooking skills
- Food safety
- Food safety regulations
- Training and mentoring
- Kitchen operations
- Recruiting and hiring
- Inventory supervision
- Equipment inspection
- Supply ordering
- Food spoilage prevention
- Consumption tracking
- Order control
Certification
Texas Food Handlers Certified
Timeline
Cook Manager
Sonic Drive-In
04.2022 - Current
General Manager
K&S Restaurants
02.2018 - 03.2022
Sales Associate
Wal-Mart Supercenter
10.2012 - 03.2013
Fast Food Cook
Sonic Drive-In
08.2006 - 02.2018
Process Technology
College of The Mainland
Basics
College of The Mainland
Texas City High School
No Degree -
Ball High School
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