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Work History
Education
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Jared finkel

North Olmsted,OH

Summary

Dynamic kitchen leader with a proven track record at Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers, excelling in food safety compliance and staff training. Enhanced customer satisfaction through effective inventory management and innovative menu development. Committed to maintaining high sanitation standards while mentoring junior staff to achieve operational excellence.

Experienced with leading kitchen teams and coordinating shift activities to ensure seamless operations. Utilizes effective communication and organizational skills to maintain high standards of service. Track record of fostering positive and efficient work environment through strong leadership and teamwork.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Kitchen Shift Leader

Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
08.2024 - Current
  • Reduced food waste through effective inventory management and proper storage techniques.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring timely delivery of high-quality meals.
  • Addressed customer feedback promptly, resolving issues effectively while also identifying areas for improvement within the kitchen operation as necessary.
  • Collaborated with the head chef to develop new menu items based on seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
  • Mentored junior staff, providing guidance on cooking techniques, recipe execution, and kitchen best practices.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and sanitized work environment in compliance with health regulations.
  • Oversaw daily prep tasks to maintain adequate stock levels for smooth service throughout shifts.

Delivery Driver

DoorDash
01.2024 - 08.2024
  • Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
  • Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate deliveries of products.
  • Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.

Fry Cook

Five Guys
04.2023 - 01.2024
  • Operated large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers or griddles.
  • Cleaned, stocked, and restocked workstations and display cases.
  • Enhanced food quality by ensuring proper cooking times and temperatures for various fried foods.
  • Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
  • Contributed to a positive team environment, collaborating with fellow cooks and staff members.

Produce Clerk/Fruit Preparer

Whole Foods Market
07.2020 - 03.2023
  • Enhanced product quality by regularly inspecting, rotating, and culling fresh fruits and vegetables.
  • Maintained safe, neat, and clean working environment and closely monitored for wet floors or other hazards.
  • Maintained a clean and organized produce section by promptly removing damaged or expired items, sanitizing surfaces, and restocking shelves.
  • Checked for outdated and overripe grocery items and removed from inventory.
  • Received and unloaded new items upon delivery and checked products for damage and order accuracy.
  • Used dollies and pallet jacks to unload and organize merchandise from delivery trucks.
  • Assisted customers with price checking fruits and vegetables and finding requested items in department.

Produce Clerk

Earth Fare Supermarket
06.2018 - 05.2020
  • Enhanced product quality by regularly inspecting, rotating, and culling fresh fruits and vegetables.
  • Maintained safe, neat, and clean working environment and closely monitored for wet floors or other hazards.
  • Maintained a clean and organized produce section by promptly removing damaged or expired items, sanitizing surfaces, and restocking shelves.
  • Checked for outdated and overripe grocery items and removed from inventory.

Education

High School Diploma -

Fairview Park High School
Fairview Park, OH
06-2016

Skills

  • Kitchen organization
  • Cooking techniques
  • Sanitation procedures
  • Food safety compliance
  • Food allergy awareness
  • Food safety
  • Food preparation
  • Staff training

Timeline

Kitchen Shift Leader

Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
08.2024 - Current

Delivery Driver

DoorDash
01.2024 - 08.2024

Fry Cook

Five Guys
04.2023 - 01.2024

Produce Clerk/Fruit Preparer

Whole Foods Market
07.2020 - 03.2023

Produce Clerk

Earth Fare Supermarket
06.2018 - 05.2020

High School Diploma -

Fairview Park High School