Keith Baynard
Dover,DE
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience as a Head Chef at Hilton Garden Inn, excelling in menu development and team leadership. Proven expertise in traffic control and public safety awareness as a Flagger, ensuring optimal safety and efficiency at work sites. Strong decision-making skills and a commitment to quality drive successful outcomes. Skid steer machine operator, Certified plate Jack operator
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Flagger
Direct and Correct
Dover, DE
- Monitored traffic flow to ensure safety at work sites.
- Set up and maintained traffic control devices for optimal visibility.
- Communicated instructions clearly to drivers and pedestrians to minimize risks.
- Assisted in training new flaggers on safety protocols and procedures.
Head Chef
Hilton Garden Inn Hotel
Dover, DE
03.2025 - 06.2026
- Led kitchen operations, ensuring timely food preparation and quality standards.
- Developed and implemented seasonal menus based on local ingredients and culinary trends.
- Managed inventory control, reducing waste and optimizing ingredient usage.
- Trained and mentored kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative team environment.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in food handling and preparation.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to enhance guest dining experiences through menu knowledge.
- Oversaw catering events, coordinating logistics for large group functions successfully.
- Streamlined kitchen processes, improving efficiency and reducing service times significantly.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
Mountaire Poultry
Express Employment
Millsboro, DE
03.2025 - 04.2026
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Education
High School Diploma -
James H Groove High School
Dover, DE05.2025
Skills
Signaling techniques
Safety policies and measures
Quick decision making
Public safety awareness
Roadway regulations
Traffic control
Traffic routing planning
Signage holding
Pedestrian management
Traffic control expertise
Work zone safety
Work zone management
Hazards vigilance
Heavy lifting
Timeline
Head Chef
Hilton Garden Inn Hotel
03.2025 - 06.2026
Mountaire Poultry
Express Employment
03.2025 - 04.2026
Flagger
Direct and Correct
High School Diploma -
James H Groove High School