Jack Frommelt
Elmhurst,NY
Summary
Dynamic Kitchen Manager with proven success in team collaboration, food safety, and menu development. Committed to enhancing operational efficiency while fostering a positive kitchen environment.
Overview
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Language
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Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Cook
Panda Express
Morristown, New Jersey
12.2024 - 08.2026
- Prepared and cooked high-quality dishes according to company recipes.
- Trained new kitchen staff on cooking techniques to enhance skill level and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely food preparation.
- Implemented food safety practices to maintain health standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in the kitchen area.
- Conducted regular inspections of kitchen areas for cleanliness and instructed staff on sanitation protocols.
- Prepared ingredients by washing, slicing, peeling, and cutting to streamline food preparation process.
- Analyzed forecast sheets and production plans to prepare ingredients for daily menu.
- Managed inventory and ordering of food supplies to ensure efficient operations.
- Monitored inventory levels and reported shortages to management.
- Promoted team cohesion by fostering a collaborative and respectful kitchen environment.
- Used computer to store and retrieve data and online orders.
Kitchen Manager
Market Street Mission
Morristown, New Jersey
01.2023 - 12.2024
- Oversaw daily operations of the kitchen including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes and plate presentation.
- Developed and implemented kitchen policies, procedures and quality standards.
- Supervised kitchen staff and coordinated training for new team members.
- Resolved staffing issues and maintained effective team communication.
- Created weekly staff schedules based on projected business volume to ensure adequate kitchen coverage.
- Developed menu items that aligned with the mission's nutritional goals.
- Collaborated with volunteers to streamline meal preparation processes, improving efficiency.
- Developed and implemented strategies that enhanced team dynamics and improved kitchen operations.
- Inspected equipment regularly to identify necessary repairs or replacements.
- Ordered and maintained inventory of food supplies and kitchen equipment.
- Ordered and tracked inventory of ingredients and supplies to ensure kitchen efficiency. to maintain adequate inventory levels for the kitchen.
- Performed weekly inventories of food items stored in refrigerators or freezers.
- Worked with vendors to establish strong relationships and maintain proper inventory supplies.
- Analyzed financial data including sales reports, budgeting information and cost analysis reports to make operational decisions.
- Interviewed, hired and supervised back of house staff to clean tables, remove dishes, take food to tables and assist servers and bartenders.
- Promoted an atmosphere of teamwork among kitchen staff members by fostering open communication between team members.
Kitchen Manager
College Diner
Wilmington, NC
04.2020 - 12.2022
- Oversaw daily operations of the kitchen including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes and plate presentation.
- Managed daily kitchen operations and ensured compliance with health standards.
- Streamlined food preparation processes to enhance efficiency in the kitchen.
- Supervised kitchen staff and coordinated training for new team members.
- Created weekly schedules for kitchen staff members based on anticipated business volume.
- Promoted an atmosphere of teamwork among kitchen staff members by fostering open communication between team members.
- Supervised food production processes ensuring high quality standards were met throughout each stage of preparation.
- Ordered and maintained inventory of food supplies and kitchen equipment.
- Ordered ingredients and supplies to maintain adequate inventory levels for the kitchen.
- Conducted regular staff meetings to discuss menu changes, safety protocols and performance reviews.
- Utilized various preparation and cooking methods to create menu items in accordance with recipes.
- Assisted in developing menus according to seasonal availability of ingredients as well as customer preferences.
- Resolved staffing issues and maintained effective team communication.
- Evaluated employee performance through observation of work habits, attitude toward customers and adherence to company policies.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining a positive attitude towards guests at all times.
- Managed employee relations by providing guidance on job duties as well as disciplinary actions when needed.
- Kept kitchen equipment properly functioning by following manufacturer's operating instructions and educating staff on proper use.
- Performed weekly inventories of food items stored in refrigerators or freezers.
- Assisted restaurant owners with pricing by providing ingredient costs and portioning information.
- Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lakeland
Wanaque, NJ06-1992
Skills
- Cooking techniques
- Recipe development
- Menu design
- Food safety
- Quality control
- Inventory management
- Team collaboration
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Certification
- Serve safe manager
Timeline
Lead Cook
Panda Express
12.2024 - 08.2026
Kitchen Manager
Market Street Mission
01.2023 - 12.2024
Kitchen Manager
College Diner
04.2020 - 12.2022
High School Diploma -
Lakeland