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Javier Hernandez

Kitchen manager
Hicksville,NY

Summary

Skilled Kitchen Manager knowledgeable about best practices, safe food handling and inventory management. Adaptable and enterprising Job Title with solid industry background and proven expertise in building and leading successful teams. Talented problem-solver ready to back up fellow employees at any time. 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. Ambitious Job Title with proven track record of creating successful food service operations, managing staff and increasing profits. Extensive experience in menu design, ordering supplies and creating innovative solutions to food service challenges. Well-versed in hospitality standards and natural knack for building relationships with customers. Dynamic professional with demonstrated success in developing and executing innovative marketing strategies to boost sales, while maintaining operational efficiency. Skilled in budget management to reduce costs and maximize profits. Passion for food preparation, providing quality products to customers. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Kitchen Manager

Melting Pot
11.2007 - Current
  • Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
  • Implemented effective inventory control systems to reduce food spoilage and waste.
  • Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
  • Purchased food and cultivated strong vendor relationships.
  • Inspected stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
  • Reviewed and analyzed kitchen performance to verify gaps and observe continuous improvement.
  • Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
  • Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
  • Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing beverage products consistently while creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health department standards.
  • Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
  • Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
  • Inspected equipment and machinery for proper working condition and directed staff to clean and repair as needed.

Education

Hicksville High School
Hicksville, NY

Skills

  • Food Item Purchasing
  • Portion Sizes
  • Inspection and Observation
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Kitchen Equipment Operation
  • Food Preparation and Safety

Languages

Spanish English
Professional Working

Timeline

Kitchen Manager

Melting Pot
11.2007 - Current

Hicksville High School
Javier HernandezKitchen manager