Jeremy Robinson
Muncie,IN
Summary
Determined and reliable kitchen vet with over twenty-six years experience in line operations, buffet management and catering services. Experience in inventory management and ordering, scheduling, menu design, employee training and management, as well as many other areas. Serve-Safe certified with an emphasis on organization and cleanliness.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Brothers Bar And Grill
08.2023 - Current
- Participated in community outreach efforts, including coordinating with local food banks to donate surplus ingredients and reduce waste.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Utilized advanced culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes that delighted guests while maintaining the highest of quality standards.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
- Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Purchased food and cultivated strong vendor relationships.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust purchasing decisions accordingly.
Kitchen Lead
Anderson University
08.2021 - 08.2023
- Operated food slicers, grinders and chopper in accordance with safety guidelines.
- Performed regular equipment inspections to proactively address maintenance needs before impacting daily operations.
- Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Mentored junior team members, providing guidance on best practices in cooking techniques, plating, and presentation.
- Led cross-functional teams during special events or catering engagements to deliver exceptional food quality and service to clients.
- Ensured consistent quality in all dishes served by implementing standardized recipes and portion control measures.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Fostered a positive work environment, promoting teamwork and open communication among kitchen staff.
- Designed and maintained menus to offer variety of high quality and consistency of dishes.
Kitchen Lead
Hoosier Park Steakhouse
04.2018 - 12.2021
- Mentored junior team members, providing guidance on best practices in cooking techniques, plating, and presentation.
- Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
- Increased employee productivity by providing ongoing training and performance feedback for kitchen staff members.
- Streamlined meal preparation processes, resulting in reduced wait times for customers.
- Collaborated with executive chef on menu development, contributing creative ideas for innovative dishes that drove increased sales revenue.
- Assisted in setting up and breaking down kitchen stations.
- Implemented and maintained food safety and sanitation standards to establish safe handling and preparation of food.
Education
High School Diploma -
Highland High School
Anderson, IN 05.2001 -
Skills
BOH Operations
undefinedCertification
Serve-Safe certification
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Brothers Bar And Grill
08.2023 - Current
Kitchen Lead
Anderson University
08.2021 - 08.2023
Kitchen Lead
Hoosier Park Steakhouse
04.2018 - 12.2021
High School Diploma -
Highland High School
05.2001 -