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Jesse Ray

DeLand

Summary

Dynamic kitchen leader with extensive experience at IHOP, excelling in food safety compliance and employee training. Proven track record in quality assurance and inventory management, ensuring operational efficiency and high standards. Adept at fostering teamwork and maintaining equipment, contributing to a safe and productive kitchen environment.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Kitchen Lead

Perkin's Restuarant
DeLand
05.2019 - Current
  • Monitored food temperature during storage, preparation, and service.
  • Coordinated with front-of-house staff to ensure prompt delivery of meals.
  • Ensured compliance with local health department regulations.
  • Trained new employees in food safety protocols and kitchen operations.
  • Conducted regular inspections of kitchen area for cleanliness and safety.
  • Performed regular maintenance checks on all kitchen equipment.
  • Verified food preparation and cooking standards to ensure quality control.
  • Performed opening and closing kitchen supervisory tasks with proficient adherence to checklists.

Construction Warehouse

RBS Greenwich Capital
DeLand
02.2017 - 04.2019
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
  • Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
  • Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
  • Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.

Kitchen Manager

IHOP
Bristol
09.2014 - 10.2016
  • Developed and implemented kitchen policies, procedures and quality standards.
  • Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Maintained accurate records of food costs, labor costs, waste management and other related expenses.
  • Trained new kitchen staff on proper food handling techniques and safety regulations.
  • Managed employee relations by providing guidance on job duties as well as disciplinary actions when needed.
  • Performed weekly inventories of food items stored in refrigerators or freezers.
  • Trained new employees on kitchen procedures and policies.

Kitchen Lead

Friendly's Restaurant
DeLand
07.2004 - 06.2008
  • Monitored food temperature during storage, preparation, and service.
  • Coordinated with front-of-house staff to ensure prompt delivery of meals.
  • Ensured compliance with local health department regulations.
  • Conducted regular inspections of kitchen area for cleanliness and safety.

Education

GED -

DeLand Senior High School
DeLand, FL
08-2005

Skills

  • Food safety and health compliance
  • Inventory management
  • Quality assurance
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Employee training

Timeline

Kitchen Lead

Perkin's Restuarant
05.2019 - Current

Construction Warehouse

RBS Greenwich Capital
02.2017 - 04.2019

Kitchen Manager

IHOP
09.2014 - 10.2016

Kitchen Lead

Friendly's Restaurant
07.2004 - 06.2008

GED -

DeLand Senior High School