Jarvis Batiste
Bay Point,CA
Summary
Dynamic Kitchen Manager with a proven track record at Bon Appetit Management, excelling in staff training and development, and kitchen management. Spearheaded initiatives that enhanced team performance and food quality, leveraging skills in multitasking, organization, and leadership. Achieved significant improvements in kitchen efficiency and safety protocols, demonstrating exceptional problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Bon Appetit Management
07.2024 - 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.
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
- Developed and implemented kitchen policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for kitchen operations and comply with regulations.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Boosted team morale and performance through effective leadership and training programs.
Lead Cook
Bon Appetit Management
04.2018 - 07.2024
- Efficiently handled high-volume orders while maintaining superior food quality through precise execution of cooking methods.
- Maintained a high standard of food quality by consistently reviewing dishes for taste, presentation, and adherence to established guidelines.
- Took over line positions in event of emergency.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining cooking processes and implementing time-saving techniques.
- Supervised line cooks to monitor food safety and order accuracy.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Delegated jobs within kitchen depending on restaurant traffic and employee skill.
Education
High School Diploma - General
Mt Diablo High School
Concord06.2002
Skills
- Multitasking and organization
- Customer service
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Staff supervision
- Food preparation
- Staff training and development
- Kitchen management
- Inventory control
- Waste reduction
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Safe food handling
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Staff management
- Team collaboration and leadership
- Food production management
- Recipes and menu planning
- Kitchen equipment maintenance
- Menu development
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Bon Appetit Management
07.2024 - Current
Lead Cook
Bon Appetit Management
04.2018 - 07.2024
High School Diploma - General
Mt Diablo High School