Josh Tracy
Lakeland,FL
Summary
Energetic Kitchen Manager enthusiastic about working with high-performance teams. Personable, responsible and hardworking professional. Dedicated to innovative dishes, effective budgeting and top-of-the-line customer service.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager
Glory Days Grill
02.2015 - 10.2023
- Implemented food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money.
- Regularly updated menu offerings based on customer preferences, driving repeat business for the establishment.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Achieved cost reduction targets by negotiating with suppliers for better pricing on key ingredients.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Continually improved kitchen safety by enforcing strict hygiene protocols and staff training on equipment usage.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality culinary creations.
- Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
- Developed close relationships with suppliers to source best ingredients.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
Cook/AKM
Red Elephant Pizza & Grill
03.2013 - 01.2015
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Continuously updated personal knowledge about ingredient trends, nutritional demands/preferences resulting in well-informed adjustments to recipes.
- Adhered to recipe guidelines while demonstrating creativity in plating and garnishing dishes for enhanced visual appeal.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
- Mentored junior cooks in refining their culinary skills through hands-on guidance during meal preparation processes.
- Measured, weighed, and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
- Prioritized and re-prioritized kitchen tasks based on fluctuating demands.
- Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
AKM/KM
Champs Bar And Grill
04.2005 - 01.2013
- Implemented food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Successfully met dietary requirements for diverse clientele by providing customized meal options upon request.
- Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
- Achieved cost reduction targets by negotiating with suppliers for better pricing on key ingredients.
- Adapted menus seasonally, incorporating fresh produce to create visually appealing and flavorful dishes.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
- Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
- Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
- Mentored junior chefs in culinary techniques, fostering a collaborative and learning-focused work environment.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Continually improved kitchen safety by enforcing strict hygiene protocols and staff training on equipment usage.
- Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Upheld stringent food safety regulations, ensuring compliance with all relevant health department guidelines.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Managed food costs, sourcing ingredients from local suppliers to support community partnerships and sustainable practices.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Implemented rigorous quality control measures to ensure consistent taste and presentation of dishes.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
Education
Mulberry High School
Mulberry, FLSkills
- Staff Training and Development
- Task Delegation
- Budget Control
- Business Development
- Workforce Management
- Customer Service
- Training and Development
- Schedule oversight
- Performance Evaluations
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Cost Control
- Time Management
Timeline
Manager
Glory Days Grill
02.2015 - 10.2023
Cook/AKM
Red Elephant Pizza & Grill
03.2013 - 01.2015
AKM/KM
Champs Bar And Grill
04.2005 - 01.2013
Mulberry High School
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