Jon French
AKRON,OH
Summary
Dynamic professional with demonstrated success in developing and executing innovative marketing strategies to boost sales, while maintaining operational efficiency. Skilled in budget management to reduce costs and maximize profits. Passion for food preparation, providing quality products to customers.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Chipotle Mexican Grill
06.2022 - 09.2024
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
Boards Chef
City BBQ
06.2018 - 05.2021
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Successfully met dietary requirements for diverse clientele by providing customized meal options upon request.
Painter
Fresh Start Renovations
01.2009 - 05.2021
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
- Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
- Painted indoor areas such as hallways, bathrooms, and lobbies.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, minimizing disruptions for clients during projects.
- Prepared surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and repairing defects to ensure smooth results.
- Prepared trim, walls and ceilings for painting by cleaning, smoothing, and priming.
- Applied putty, wood filler, spackling, and caulks to prep uneven surfaces and fill in holes.
- Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
- Delivered high-quality painting services on time and within budget for a variety of clients.
- Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
- Worked holidays and weekends depending on shifting needs of project.
Education
GED -
Waco High School
Waco, TX06-1988
Skills
- Multitasking and Organization
- Customer Service
- Food Safety
- Inventory Management
- Food Preparation
- Kitchen Management
- Inventory Control
- Waste Reduction
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-Solving
Certification
- ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification - National Restaurant Association.
Serv Safe Certification
This program verifies that a manager or person-in-charge has the knowledge to protect the public from foodborne illness. The certification is valid for five years and is accredited by the American National Accreditation Board (ANAB). The exam is 90 questions and multiple-choice.
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Chipotle Mexican Grill
06.2022 - 09.2024
Boards Chef
City BBQ
06.2018 - 05.2021
Painter
Fresh Start Renovations
01.2009 - 05.2021
GED -
Waco High School