Jeff Baker
Roseville,CA
Summary
Dedicated kitchen/FOH Manager offering experience contributing to team success. Friendly, outgoing and reliable professional in restaurant industry with background in cooking, serving and management responsibilities. Passionate about maximizing FOH & BOH productivity.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager/FOH Manager
Applebee's
Sacramento, California
02.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented kitchen policies, procedures and quality standards.
- Conducted regular staff meetings to discuss menu changes, safety protocols and performance reviews.
- Trained new kitchen staff on proper food handling techniques and safety regulations.
- Ordered ingredients and supplies to maintain adequate inventory levels for the kitchen.
- Evaluated employee performance through observation of work habits, attitude toward customers and adherence to company policies.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining a positive attitude towards guests at all times.
Kitchen Manager/Line Cook
Lorees's Little Shack
Rocklin, CA
04.2022 - 01.2024
- Oversaw daily operations of the kitchen including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes and plate presentation.
- Created weekly schedules for kitchen staff members based on anticipated business volume.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
Assistant Manager
Willie Bird's Restaurant
Santa Rosa, California
01.2014 - 02.2022
- Assisted in the development of operational strategies to ensure efficient and productive operations.
- Provided guidance and support to junior staff members on daily tasks, projects, and objectives.
Restaurant Manager
Denny's Restaurants Franchise Association
Citrus Heights, CA
11.2011 - 01.2014
Education
Associate of Arts - Hospitality Management & Culinary Arts
Columbia College
Sonora, CA04-1996
Skills
- Kitchen Management
- Customer Service
- Safe Food Handling
- Staff Training and Development
- Scheduling
- Food Preparation
- ServSafe Certification
Timeline
Kitchen Manager/FOH Manager
Applebee's
02.2024 - Current
Kitchen Manager/Line Cook
Lorees's Little Shack
04.2022 - 01.2024
Assistant Manager
Willie Bird's Restaurant
01.2014 - 02.2022
Restaurant Manager
Denny's Restaurants Franchise Association
11.2011 - 01.2014
Associate of Arts - Hospitality Management & Culinary Arts
Columbia College