Alejandra Barragan
Kitchen manager
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
From working at a McDonalds to working currently at TFK I’ve learned and grown to become the humble person I am today . From learning speed, and health safety in fast food to walking in a new surface like fine dining , I ensure you that I take criticism as a learning experience. Always dreamed of becoming a chef but wasn’t confident enough to keep it going .
Now I ensure you that leading the kitchen ,has taught me that I will also have to get my hands dirty and lead as a team player Heading towards my second year of management. comprehensive background in managing kitchen operations and ensuring food safety. Proven track record in streamlining kitchen processes and enhancing team productivity. Demonstrated proficiency in inventory management and staff training. Talented kitchen leader offer over 5 years of experience in preparing and serving diverse foods. Motivates employees to exceed customer expectations in high-volume settings while maintaining strong quality and cost controls. Service-oriented with good multitasking, safety management and decision-making skills. Skilled Kitchen Manager knowledgeable about best practices, safe food handling and inventory management. Energetic Kitchen Manager enthusiastic about working with high-performance teams. Personable, responsible and hardworking professional. Dedicated to innovative dishes, effective budgeting and top-of-the-line customer service.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
True Food Kitchen
01.2020 - Current
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen team and service areas for optimal guest experiences.
- Achieved rapid ticket times during peak service hours by effectively managing workflow distribution across various stations.
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture by actively engaging with staff members, promoting open communication channels, and demonstrating support for ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Optimized food presentation and plating techniques, elevating overall dining experience.
- Streamlined ordering process, minimizing errors and increasing kitchen productivity.
- Collaborated with management to develop strategies for increasing restaurant profitability.
- Boosted team morale and performance through effective leadership and training programs.
- Reduced food waste significantly, carefully managing inventory and implementing sustainability practices.
- Conducted regular training sessions on food safety and allergen awareness, enhancing staff knowledge and customer trust.
- Resolved conflicts within kitchen team promptly, maintaining positive and productive work environment.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Mentored junior chefs in culinary techniques, fostering a collaborative and learning-focused work environment.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
Line Cook/Pantry Cook
Joes seafood &primesteak &stonecrab
11.2018 - 10.2019
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Worked private events, to ensure that the VIP guest have a great experience
- Desserts plating , making sure the slices of cakes looked at peek and sharp .
- Sturdy knife skills
Manager
McDonald's Restaurant
10.2012 - 11.2018
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Chase handling , making big deposits of money .
- Went to cashier up to management, did worked at different locations to help stores .
- Multitasking difficult stations , making sure service was efficient.
- Built confidence to work as a team leader
Skills
- Multitasking and organization
- Customer service
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Staff supervision
- Food preparation
- Safe food handling
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Ordering supplies
- Staff management
- Sanitation standards
- Health code compliance
- Prep
- Brunch
- Flat top
- Wok (expert)
- Pizza(expert)
- Sauté
- Platting
- Expediting orders
- Purchasing
- BOH operations
- Employee monitoring
- Team leadership
- Reliable and responsible
- Training and onboarding
- Cash handling
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
True Food Kitchen
01.2020 - Current
Line Cook/Pantry Cook
Joes seafood &primesteak &stonecrab
11.2018 - 10.2019
Manager
McDonald's Restaurant
10.2012 - 11.2018
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