Jonathon Wolford

Directed Staff in daily assignments to maximize productivity. Continually monitored food preparation and took appropriate action to ensure food quality and service standards were consistently met. Developed and maintained exceptional customer service standards. Optimized the budget by controlling food, beverage, and labor costs on a daily basis. Capable of managing food production for residents up to 150+ people. Able to run and maintain all stations and equipment. Consistently creating new recipes and menus, implementing seasonal ingredients and use of modern techniques.

Developed and implemented kitchen policies, procedures and quality standards. Conducted regular staff meetings to discuss menu changes, safety protocols and performance reviews. Trained new kitchen staff on proper food handling techniques and saftey regulations.

• Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
• Developed strong vendor relationships for consistent delivery of high-quality ingredients at competitive prices.
• Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.