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Joseph Yount

Salt Lake City,UT

Summary

Dynamic kitchen professional with extensive experience at Outback Steakhouse, excelling in food safety and quality control. Proven ability to train and mentor staff, enhancing teamwork and efficiency. Skilled in high-volume cooking and effective communication, consistently delivering exceptional dining experiences while maintaining a clean and organized workspace.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Wok Cook

PF Changs Restaurant
02.2023 - 12.2023
  • Prepared and cooked high-quality Asian-inspired dishes following restaurant recipes and standards.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to efficiently manage food orders during peak service times.
  • Assisted in training new team members on cooking techniques and kitchen equipment usage.

Kitchen Manager

Outback Steakhouse
05.2008 - 01.2023
  • Supervised kitchen staff to ensure adherence to food safety and sanitation standards.
  • Developed and implemented standardized recipes to maintain consistency in food quality.
  • Managed inventory control, reducing waste through effective ordering and storage practices.
  • Collaborated with front-of-house team to optimize service flow during peak hours.
  • Trained new employees on kitchen operations, promoting a culture of teamwork and efficiency.
  • Monitored kitchen equipment performance, facilitating timely repairs and maintenance for operational efficiency.
  • Established daily prep lists, ensuring timely meal preparation and delivery during service hours.
  • 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.

Education

GED -

Saint Cloud Highschool
Saint Cloud FL

Certificate - Culinary Arts Management

Mid Florida Tech
Orlando, FL

Skills

  • Effective communication
  • Order taking
  • Cleanliness and sanitation
  • Kitchen equipment usage
  • Knife skills
  • Cooking techniques
  • Food rotation
  • Quality control
  • Kitchen safety
  • Portion control
  • Food presentation
  • Food handling safety
  • Decision-making
  • Food storage
  • Food portioning
  • High-volume cooking

Accomplishments

Successfully opened several New Outback Steakhouse Restaurants throughout Florida with a full training crew.

Timeline

Wok Cook

PF Changs Restaurant
02.2023 - 12.2023

Kitchen Manager

Outback Steakhouse
05.2008 - 01.2023

GED -

Saint Cloud Highschool

Certificate - Culinary Arts Management

Mid Florida Tech

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