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Brenden Simmons-Hood

Leavenworth

Summary

Dynamic and accomplished catering and food service professional with prior work in social and corporate markets. Notable success in large-scale event planning, food preparation and menu development. Eager to advance performance within service management role by applying tireless dedication.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Laborer

Baker Construction
Leavenworth
05.2025 - Current
  • Operated heavy machinery for site preparation and material handling.
  • Assisted in concrete pouring and finishing tasks.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of work sites daily.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete construction projects efficiently.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials from trucks and storage areas.
  • Participated in site inspections to identify hazards and risks.
  • Used hand tools and power tools for various construction tasks.
  • Completed variety of physical labor tasks.

Manager in Training

Big Biscuit
Shawnee
02.2024 - 08.2024
  • Assisted team in managing daily operations and store inventory processes.
  • Trained new staff on customer service standards and operational procedures.
  • Coordinated scheduling for team members to ensure optimal coverage and efficiency.
  • Supported management in executing promotional events and maintaining visual standards.
  • Worked closely with customers to understand needs and resolve diverse issues.

Picker

Amazon
Kansas City
06.2023 - 12.2023
  • Operated forklifts to transport products within the warehouse efficiently.
  • Picked and organized orders accurately for timely shipping.
  • Inspected products for quality and reported discrepancies to supervisors.
  • Fulfilled orders quickly to accomplish challenging daily objectives.
  • Followed safety guidelines to ensure a secure working environment at all times.
  • Picked up heavy objects using proper lifting techniques to avoid personal injuries.

Lead Cook

Worlds of Fun
Kansas City
04.2023 - 06.2023
  • - Supervised a high-volume kitchen during peak amusement park season, managing a team of 6+ cooks and prep staff.
  • - Ensured food quality, freshness, and presentation consistently met company and health code standards.
  • - Trained new team members on station setup, recipe adherence, safe food handling, and time management.
  • - Managed food prep schedules and restocking routines to ensure zero downtime during rush periods.
  • Developed recipes to enhance flavor profiles and presentation styles.
  • - Collaborated with front-of-house staff to coordinate large orders and handle special dietary requests.
  • - Conducted daily line checks and maintained sanitation logs to pass random safety inspections with excellence.
  • - Supported inventory tracking and reported low-stock items to management for timely reordering.

Prep Cook

Levy Restaurants
Kansas City
08.2022 - 02.2023
  • - Assisted with the preparation and portioning of ingredients.
  • - Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations.
  • Prepared ingredients following recipes and restaurant standards.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations.
  • Assisted chefs in food preparation and plating for service.

Kitchen Manager

Chipotle Mexican Grill
Kansas City
01.2022 - 07.2022
  • - Directed kitchen operations, staff scheduling, and food preparation.
  • - Ensured portion control, plating standards, and quality control.
  • - Collaborated with management on pricing and inventory ordering.
  • Managed inventory levels and ordered supplies to maintain kitchen operations.
  • Developed and implemented kitchen processes to improve workflow efficiency.
  • Coordinated logistics for events, ensuring timely delivery of catering supplies.
  • Developed menu options based on client preferences and dietary restrictions.
  • Assisted clients with event planning, providing recommendations for catering solutions.

Kitchen Manager

Applebee’s
Kansas City
04.2021 - 12.2021
  • - Managed kitchen staff and day-to-day culinary operations.
  • - Maintained food consistency and coordinated shift coverage.
  • Trained new team members on food safety and kitchen procedures.
  • Oversaw daily operations of the kitchen including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes and plate presentation.

Lead Cook

M & J Chow Hall
Leavenworth
10.2019 - 02.2020
  • - Prepped sauces and handled dishwashing responsibilities.
  • - Led staff with focus on improving efficiency and culinary skills.
  • Set up dining areas for events following event specifications.
  • Cleaned up after events, including washing dishes and utensils used during meal service.
  • Set up and tore down all catering services in banquet halls and at customer locations.

Cook I

Cantu Services
Fort Leavenworth
01.2019 - 09.2019
  • - Maintained kitchen cleanliness and prepared ingredients.
  • - Operated prep stations and fulfilled food orders promptly.
  • Assisted in preparing and serving food for events and gatherings.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of catering equipment and supplies.

Education

Culinary Arts

Kansas City Kansas Community College
Kansas City, KS
05.2017

High School Diploma -

Lansing High School
Lansing, KS
05.2015

Skills

  • Culinary and restaurant management
  • Kitchen operations
  • Food safety
  • Meal preparation
  • Team supervision
  • Menu planning
  • Portion control
  • Food plating
  • Quality assurance
  • Banquet and catering
  • Leadership and communication
  • Staff training
  • Customer service
  • Conflict resolution
  • Inventory management
  • Labor cost control
  • Technical
  • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
  • POS systems (Aloha, others)
  • Additional
  • Commercial driving
  • Warehousing
  • Mechanical troubleshooting
  • - Bilingual communication skills (basic Spanish)

Certification

  • ServSafe Certified (Valid through Feb 2025)
  • ServSafe Managment
  • Food Handler Certificate
  • Certified Purchasing Manager
  • Pallet Jack Certification
  • Forklift Certification
  • Valid Driver’s License

Languages

Spanish
Limited
English
Professional

Timeline

Laborer

Baker Construction
05.2025 - Current

Manager in Training

Big Biscuit
02.2024 - 08.2024

Picker

Amazon
06.2023 - 12.2023

Lead Cook

Worlds of Fun
04.2023 - 06.2023

Prep Cook

Levy Restaurants
08.2022 - 02.2023

Kitchen Manager

Chipotle Mexican Grill
01.2022 - 07.2022

Kitchen Manager

Applebee’s
04.2021 - 12.2021

Lead Cook

M & J Chow Hall
10.2019 - 02.2020

Cook I

Cantu Services
01.2019 - 09.2019

Culinary Arts

Kansas City Kansas Community College

High School Diploma -

Lansing High School

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