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Halen Christman

PHOENIX,AZ

Summary

Energetic and skilled Kitchen Manager knowledgeable about best practices, safe food handling and inventory management. Personable, responsible and hardworking professional. Dedicated to innovative dishes, effective budgeting and top-of-the-line customer service.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Kitchen Manager

Chipotle Mexican Grill
11.2021 - Current
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
  • Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
  • 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.
  • Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
  • Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
  • Inspected equipment and machinery for proper working condition and directed staff to clean and repair as needed.
  • Maximized quality assurance by completing frequent line checks.
  • Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.
  • Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing beverage products consistently while creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health department standards.

Kitchen Staff Member

Crackerjax
08.2021 - 11.2021
  • Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
  • Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
  • Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
  • Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
  • Followed sanitary food handling procedures, focused on correct use of covers and labels and discarded ingredients by expiration date.
  • Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
  • Assisted in setting up and breaking down kitchen stations.
  • Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.
  • Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
  • Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit, and prepared sauces when kitchen staff was busy.
  • Labeled and stored all food items correctly and checked expiration dates routinely.
  • Managed time to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously with ease.
  • Kept supplies in sufficient stock by assessing inventory levels and reporting lower stock items.

Education

Certificate of Hospitality And Event Management - Hospitality And Event Management

Maricopa Community Colleges - Scottsdale Community College
Scottsdale, AZ
05.2024

High School Diploma -

Horizon High School
Scottsdale, AZ
05.2023

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Food Preparation and Safety
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Inspection and Observation
  • Standardized Recipes
  • Portion Sizes
  • Food Preparation Management
  • Cleaning and Sanitation
  • Servsafe Certification
  • Multitasking and Organization

Certification

  • Certified Servsafe Manager
  • Certified Food Handler

Timeline

Kitchen Manager

Chipotle Mexican Grill
11.2021 - Current

Kitchen Staff Member

Crackerjax
08.2021 - 11.2021

Certificate of Hospitality And Event Management - Hospitality And Event Management

Maricopa Community Colleges - Scottsdale Community College

High School Diploma -

Horizon High School

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