Jeffery Cummings
Redwater
Summary
Results-driven Kitchen Manager with expertise in inventory management and operations. Proven ability to streamline processes, enhance food safety, and mentor staff for optimal kitchen performance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Texas Roadhouse
Texarkana, TX
01.2016 - 05.2026
- Oversaw daily kitchen operations, ensuring adherence to health and safety regulations.
- Trained and mentored kitchen staff to enhance culinary skills and operational efficiency.
- Managed inventory levels, minimizing waste through effective stock rotation practices.
- Streamlined food preparation processes, improving service speed during peak hours.
- Collaborated with front-of-house teams to maintain seamless communication and service quality.
- Analyzed kitchen workflow for continuous improvement, enhancing overall productivity and morale.
- 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.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and optimizing staff scheduling.
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
- Achieved rapid ticket times during peak service hours by effectively managing workflow distribution across various stations.
- Reviewed and analyzed kitchen performance to verify gaps and observe continuous improvement.
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture by actively engaging with staff members, promoting open communication channels, and demonstrating support for ongoing professional development opportunities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pleasant Grove High School
Texarkana, TXSkills
- Multitasking and organization
- Customer service
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Problem-solving
- Operations management
- Supply ordering
- Order accuracy
- Employee scheduling
- Flexible schedule
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Texas Roadhouse
01.2016 - 05.2026
High School Diploma -
Pleasant Grove High School