Jordan Ridderhof
Odessa,TX
Summary
Dynamic Kitchen Manager with extensive experience at Texas Roadhouse, excelling in inventory management and labor control. Proven track record of reducing waste and enhancing kitchen efficiency through effective training and streamlined processes. Committed to maintaining high food safety standards while fostering a collaborative team environment. ServSafe certified and skilled in budget management.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Texas Roadhouse
2021 - Current
- Managed daily kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with safety and sanitation standards.
- Trained and mentored staff on food preparation techniques and equipment usage.
- Streamlined inventory management processes to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
- Coordinated with suppliers to maintain optimal stock levels of ingredients and supplies.
- Developed weekly staff schedules to optimize labor costs while meeting operational needs.
- Implemented quality control measures, resulting in consistent food presentation and taste standards.
- Led team meetings to communicate goals, address concerns, and foster collaboration among staff.
- Enhanced kitchen workflow by redesigning layout for improved efficiency during peak hours.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen team and service areas for optimal guest experiences.
Line Cook
Olive Garden
2020 - 2021
- Prepared high-quality dishes in accordance with Olive Garden recipes and standards.
- Managed food inventory, ensuring freshness and compliance with safety regulations.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline meal preparation and improve efficiency.
- Mentored junior cooks on techniques and proper kitchen equipment usage.
- Implemented best practices for cleanliness and sanitation throughout the kitchen area.
- Trained new employees on cooking procedures and operational workflows for consistency.
Kitchen Manager
McAllister's Deli
2017 - 2020
- 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.
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Achieved rapid ticket times during peak service hours by effectively managing workflow distribution across various stations.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
Kitchen Manager
Cinergy Cinemas
2016 - 2017
- Consistently met or exceeded local health department inspection requirements through diligent adherence to safety protocols and maintaining thorough documentation records.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and optimizing staff scheduling.
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
- Developed and implemented kitchen policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for kitchen operations and comply with regulations.
- Reviewed and analyzed kitchen performance to verify gaps and observe continuous improvement.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
Skills
- Multitasking and organization
- Customer service
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Staff supervision
- Food preparation
- Kitchen management
- Inventory control
- Waste reduction
- Problem-solving
- Ordering supplies
- Vendor relations
- Operations management
- Sanitation standards
- Product rotation
- Supply ordering
- Order accuracy
- Employee scheduling
- ServSafe certification
- Scheduling
- Budget management
- Recruitment
- Leadership development
- Labor cost management
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Texas Roadhouse
2021 - Current
Line Cook
Olive Garden
2020 - 2021
Kitchen Manager
McAllister's Deli
2017 - 2020
Kitchen Manager
Cinergy Cinemas
2016 - 2017