Kitchen Manager
Southwest Foodservice Excellence
Scottsdale, Arizona
08.2022 - Current
Order food, inventory, cash tickets for Lincoln Elementary in Charles City
- Trained new employees on kitchen procedures and policies.
- Managed employee relations by providing guidance on job duties as well as disciplinary actions when needed.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Trained new kitchen staff on proper food handling techniques and safety regulations.
- Monitored sanitation practices to ensure that all employees adhere to health department regulations.
- Supervised food production processes ensuring high quality standards were met throughout each stage of preparation.
- Reviewed vendor invoices for accuracy before authorizing payment transactions.
- Promoted an atmosphere of teamwork among kitchen staff members by fostering open communication between team members.
- Oversaw daily operations of the kitchen including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes and plate presentation.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable local, state and federal laws governing food service operations.
- Received, organized and rotated paper goods and food ingredients.
- Kept kitchen equipment properly functioning by following manufacturer's operating instructions and educating staff on proper use.
- Maximized team performance by training new employees on proper food handling and restaurant protocols.
- Motivated kitchen staff by establishing goals to increase productivity and quality.
- Trained employees on cooking techniques, safety standards and performance strategies.