Joshua Tapia-Griffith
Idaho Falls,ID
Summary
Productive Kitchen Manager focused on high-quality, cost-effective ingredients and providing speedy, quality service. Customer-oriented leader with high level of stamina and excellent relationship-building capabilities. Versed in employee scheduling, inventory management and crew leadership.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Lead
Piehole Pizza
Idaho Falls, Idaho
06.2021 - Current
- Developed innovative recipes and menu items to increase customer satisfaction.
- Verified food preparation and cooking standards to ensure quality control.
- Ensured compliance with local health department regulations.
- Trained new employees in food safety protocols and kitchen operations.
- Maintained accurate records of inventory, supplies, and orders.
- Organized kitchen staff shifts and coordinated daily tasks for efficient workflow.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally.
- Reviewed employee performance evaluations to identify areas for improvement.
- Ordered food ingredients from vendors based on budget constraints.
- Trained workers in food preparation, money handling, and cleaning roles to facilitate restaurant operations.
Team Member
Jack in the Box
Idaho Falls, Idaho
10.2020 - 06.2021
- Operated cash registers to process payments from customers.
- Collaborated with team members to maximize productivity and efficiency.
- Organized inventory shelves for easy access and maintenance of stock levels.
- Monitored expiration dates on food items for freshness assurance.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up displays, restocking items, and cleaning the sales floor.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area throughout shift.
Education
Associate of Science - Counseling Psychology
Eastern Idaho Technical College
Idaho Falls, ID05-2026
High School Diploma -
Compass Academy
Idaho Falls, ID05-2021
Skills
- Cooking techniques
- Special diets
- Food Preparation
- Recipe creation
- Food Storage
- Sanitation Standards
- Ordering Supplies
- Kitchen Management
- ServSafe Manager Certified
Affiliations
- Boxing
- Cooking
- Reading
Certification
- ServSafe Manager Certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Lead
Piehole Pizza
06.2021 - Current
Team Member
Jack in the Box
10.2020 - 06.2021
Associate of Science - Counseling Psychology
Eastern Idaho Technical College
High School Diploma -
Compass Academy