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James Bailey

Knoxville,TN

Summary

Dynamic Senior Kitchen Manager with extensive experience at Texas Roadhouse, excelling in inventory management and cost control. Proven track record in employee training and fostering vendor relationships, driving kitchen productivity and maintaining high food safety standards. Recognized for implementing effective strategies that enhanced operational efficiency and team performance.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Kitchen Manager

Texas Roadhouse
Powell, TN
02.2024 - Current
  • Inspected equipment regularly to ensure proper operation at all times.
  • Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
  • Participated in weekly meetings with front-of-house managers regarding upcoming events or promotions.
  • Assisted with ordering supplies such as utensils, cookware, cleaning materials.
  • Trained employees on cooking techniques, safety standards and performance strategies.
  • Monitored food costs, labor costs, and other expenses to maintain budget goals.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Motivated kitchen staff by establishing goals to increase productivity and quality.
  • Conducted regular inventory checks to monitor stock levels and order additional items when needed.
  • Scheduled staff shifts for optimal coverage in the kitchen.
  • Reviewed invoices for accuracy prior to submitting payment requests for approval.
  • Implemented surface and equipment schedules and standards to maintain clean, neat and sanitized kitchen.
  • Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.

Kitchen Manager

Texas Roadhouse
Knoxville, TN
02.2021 - 02.2024
  • Trained new employees on kitchen procedures and policies.
  • Received, organized and rotated paper goods and food ingredients.
  • Explained goals and expectations required of trainees.
  • Trained new kitchen staff on proper food handling techniques and safety regulations.
  • Created weekly schedules for kitchen staff members based on anticipated business volume.
  • Managed employee relations by providing guidance on job duties as well as disciplinary actions when needed.
  • Worked with vendors to establish strong relationships and maintain proper inventory supplies.
  • Maintained accurate records of food costs, labor costs, waste management and other related expenses.

Shift Leader Manager

Texas Roadhouse
Knoxville, TN
04.2014 - 02.2021
  • Read and interpreted work order specifications and information to plan, schedule and carry out jobs effectively.
  • Conducted training in equipment operations and safety procedures, briefing employees of hazards associated with work.
  • Resolved conflicts between employees or customers in an efficient manner.
  • Assisted customers with inquiries, complaints, and concerns in a timely manner.
  • Performed inventory cycle counting and identified discrepancies.

Military Mechanic

Army National Gaurd
Alcoa, TNq
10.2008 - 10.2015
  • Checked vehicle mileage and determined necessary belts, fluids flushing or gasket replacements.
  • Diagnosed and repaired vehicles during road call situations.
  • Repaired or replaced worn parts such as brake pads and wheel bearings using hand tools and power tools.
  • Adhered strictly to safety requirements when operating machinery or handling hazardous materials.
  • Performed preventive maintenance services, such as oil changes and tune-ups, on trucks.
  • Attended safety and training meetings to learn techniques to avoid injuries and mishaps.
  • Recovery vehicle driver for any truck broke down.

Line Cook

Texas Roadhouse Restaurant
Knoxville, TN
08.2013 - 04.2014
  • Portioned food onto plates, added garnishes and sauces and handed off to wait staff for serving.
  • Helped other staff members complete job tasks during peak times to keep kitchen running efficiently.
  • Executed proper techniques when preparing menu item ingredients.
  • Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
  • Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.

Education

High School Diploma -

Carter High School
Strawberry Plains, TN
05-2007

Skills

  • Inventory management
  • Food safety
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Cost control
  • Employee training
  • Vendor relationships
  • Windows excel

Timeline

Senior Kitchen Manager

Texas Roadhouse
02.2024 - Current

Kitchen Manager

Texas Roadhouse
02.2021 - 02.2024

Shift Leader Manager

Texas Roadhouse
04.2014 - 02.2021

Line Cook

Texas Roadhouse Restaurant
08.2013 - 04.2014

Military Mechanic

Army National Gaurd
10.2008 - 10.2015

High School Diploma -

Carter High School

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