Jeffrey Williams
Upper Marlboro,Maryland
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with experience in cooking and leadership skills in and around the kitchen, excelling in food safety compliance and inventory management. Proven track record of reducing food waste by implementing effective cost control measures and improving team collaboration to enhance service quality and customer satisfaction. Committed to maintaining high standards in kitchen operations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Healthcare Services Group
03.2025 - Current
- Prepared and cooked meals according to dietary guidelines and resident preferences.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and work areas.
- Operated kitchen appliances safely, adhering to health and safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline meal preparation processes.
- Implemented feedback from residents to enhance dining experience satisfaction.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Kitchen Manager
Carrabba's Restaurant
08.2023 - 10.2024
- Supervised kitchen operations, ensuring adherence to food safety and sanitation standards.
- Developed weekly staff schedules, optimizing workforce allocation for peak service times.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Consistently met or exceeded local health department inspection requirements through diligent adherence to safety protocols and maintaining thorough documentation records.
General Manager
Gumbo Trap South
05.2020 - 08.2023
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure high-quality service and customer satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented operational strategies to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
- Managed staff recruitment, training, and performance evaluations to foster team development.
- Streamlined inventory management processes to minimize waste and optimize supply chain flows.
- Cultivated strong vendor relationships to secure favorable terms and enhance product offerings.
Inventory Manager
Lambieer Packaging
02.2019 - 02.2020
- Managed inventory levels to optimize stock availability and reduce excess waste.
- Oversaw daily operations of inventory management systems to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
- Collaborated with suppliers to streamline procurement processes and enhance supply chain performance.
- Implemented best practices for inventory control, leading to improved accuracy in stock counts.
Education
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management
Fremont Culinary Institute
Las Vegas, NV08.2003
High School Diploma -
Beecher High School
Flint, MI06.1997
Skills
Food safety compliance
Timeline
Cook
Healthcare Services Group
03.2025 - Current
Kitchen Manager
Carrabba's Restaurant
08.2023 - 10.2024
General Manager
Gumbo Trap South
05.2020 - 08.2023
Inventory Manager
Lambieer Packaging
02.2019 - 02.2020
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management
Fremont Culinary Institute
High School Diploma -
Beecher High School