Kanton Grimes
Ypsilanti,MI
Summary
At Chick-fil-A, I spearheaded kitchen operations, significantly enhancing efficiency and exceeding health standards. My leadership fostered a culture of teamwork, while my expertise in inventory management and food safety minimized waste and ensured exemplary service. Skilled in multitasking and staff supervision, I drove improvements that bolstered both team performance and customer satisfaction.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kitchen Manager/Inventory Manager
Chick-fil-A
02.2023 - 01.2025
- 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.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen team and service areas for optimal guest experiences.
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- 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.
Education
High School Diploma -
East Forsyth High School
Kernersville, NC06-2023
Skills
- Multitasking and organization
- Customer service
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Kitchen management
- Inventory control
- Food preparation
- Staff supervision
Certification
- ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification - National Restaurant Association.
servsafe
- I passed my servsafe with a 80%
- Date of examination 12/3/2022
- Date of expiration 12/3/2027
Timeline
Kitchen Manager/Inventory Manager
Chick-fil-A
02.2023 - 01.2025
High School Diploma -
East Forsyth High School
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