Jacob Schafer
Waterloo
Summary
Detail-oriented Kitchen Manager with over five years of experience in supervising staff and ensuring compliance with food safety standards. Skilled in training employees and implementing effective inventory management practices to minimize waste and improve operational efficiency.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Holiday Inn Suites
07.2021 - Current
- Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to food safety and sanitation standards.
- Developed and implemented efficient kitchen workflows to enhance service speed and quality.
- Trained new employees on operational procedures and culinary techniques, fostering team development.
- Managed inventory levels, reducing waste through precise ordering and storage practices.
- Collaborated with front-of-house teams to coordinate timely meal service and guest satisfaction.
- Oversaw menu planning and preparation, integrating seasonal ingredients for improved offerings.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Consistently met or exceeded local health department inspection requirements through diligent adherence to safety protocols and maintaining thorough documentation records.
Inbound Warehouse Associate
Target
10.2019 - 05.2020
- Operated material handling equipment to efficiently transport goods within warehouse.
- Streamlined inbound processes by accurately receiving, sorting, and storing incoming shipments.
- Unloaded pallets and deliveries and organized products in warehouse.
- Maintained strict adherence to safety protocols, reducing workplace accidents and fostering a safe working environment for all employees.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cedar Falls High School
Cedar Falls, IA05-2006
Skills
- Multitasking and organization
- Customer service
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Staff supervision
- Food preparation
- Staff training and development
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Ordering supplies
- Vendor relations
Certification
- Food Safe Certification
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Holiday Inn Suites
07.2021 - Current
Inbound Warehouse Associate
Target
10.2019 - 05.2020
High School Diploma -
Cedar Falls High School