Gage Caylor
Torrance,CA
Summary
Food service professional with extensive experience in kitchen management and culinary operations. Known for maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety while fostering collaborative team environment. Reliable and adaptable, with strong skills in leadership and problem-solving.
Energetic Kitchen Manager enthusiastic about working with high-performance teams. Personable, responsible and hardworking. Top-of-the-line customer service.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Lamppost Pizza
Torrance, CA
12.2021 - Current
- Oversaw daily kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Monitored food quality and presentation standards to maintain high customer satisfaction levels.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- 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.
- Reviewed and analyzed kitchen performance to verify gaps and observe continuous improvement.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, addressing any skill gaps or growth opportunities through ongoing training initiatives.
Crew Member
McDonald's
Torrance, CA
10.2020 - 09.2021
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently to prepare food items according to company standards.
- Delivered exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain cleanliness and organization in work areas.
- Worked front counter, drive-thru and other areas.
- Monitored food safety compliance consistently, maintaining high standards of quality control.
- Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, handling multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or efficiency.
- Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
Education
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts
Los Angeles Harbor College
Wilmington, CA06-2027
Skills
-Great Customer Support
-Outstanding Communication Skills
-Knowledge of Food Safety & Sanitation
-Food Protection Manager Certified
-Great Under Pressure
-Learns and Adapts to Surrounding Situations
-Great Listener
-LeaderShip Mentality
-Staff Training and Development
-Kitchen Management
-Problem Solving
-Inventory Management
-Culinary Skills
Certification
ANAB Accredited ServSafe California Food Handler
ANSI, ANAB, CFP, Accredited ServSafe Food Protection Manager
NRA Certified for Mastering Competencies in Purchasing 2.0
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Lamppost Pizza
12.2021 - Current
Crew Member
McDonald's
10.2020 - 09.2021
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts
Los Angeles Harbor College