Kelsi Morrison
Ladson,SC
Summary
Dynamic Culinary Supervisor with a proven track record at AVI Foodsystems, excelling in kitchen management and innovative menu development. Expert in inventory control and waste reduction, fostering teamwork and enhancing customer service. Achieved consistent revenue growth through creative marketing strategies and exceptional food presentation, ensuring high-quality dining experiences.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Culinary Supervisor
AVI Foodsystems
Ladson, SC
02.2023 - Current
- Streamlined kitchen operations for increased efficiency by implementing effective inventory management systems.
- Consistently exceeded monthly revenue targets with innovative marketing strategies like themed dinners and special promotions on slow nights.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, negotiating better pricing terms while maintaining ingredient quality standards at all times.
- Effectively trained new hires on kitchen procedures, equipment usage, and safety protocols, ensuring they were well-prepared for success within the team.
- Reduced food waste through careful portion control and creative use of leftovers in new dishes.
- Established day's priorities and delegated tasks, taking into account daily events, business levels and forecasts.
- Assisted in hiring decisions for kitchen staff members, contributing to a cohesive and skilled team dynamic.
- Encouraged open communication among team members, fostering a collaborative atmosphere that contributed to consistent improvement in performance metrics across the board.
- Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues swiftly to maintain positive guest experiences despite setbacks.
- Increased food quality by maintaining strict adherence to sanitation, health, and safety guidelines at all times.
- Provided exceptional customer service by accommodating special requests and dietary restrictions with creative solutions that delighted guests.
- Maintained safety and cleanliness of culinary team and work area as directed by governing regulations.
- Anticipated guest's needs and responded to and acknowledged guests and resolved concerns.
- Collaborated with the executive chef to create unique daily specials that consistently sold out.
- Conducted pre-shift meetings to communicate daily goals and ensure smooth shift transitions between teams for continuous productivity.
- Assisted in catering events, ensuring seamless execution and client satisfaction from start to finish.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring timely preparation and presentation of high-quality dishes.
- Supported team to reach common goals.
- Monitored food inventory and supplies to prevent waste.
Sous Chef
Claiborne Retirement Living
Summerville, SC
2021 - 2023
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
Food Service Supervisor
United States Air Force, USAF
Charleston, SC
2011 - 2020
- Kept guest and work areas clean, organized, and sanitized per established standards.
- Reduced food waste by implementing proper inventory tracking and storage practices.
- Maintained compliance with company policies and procedures for food safety, sanitation, and quality.
- Maintained health and food safety standards at all stages, from storage through delivery.
Education
Allendale High
Allendale, MISkills
- Food pairings
- Cooking methods
- Food preparation
- Food and beverage operations
- Knife skills
- Sanitation standards
- Food presentation
- Kitchen management
- Special event catering
- Allergen awareness
- Hygiene regulations
- Menu development
- Waste reduction
- Culinary techniques
- Teamwork
- Customer service
- Time management
- Food safety
- Cash handling
- Hygiene practices
- Inventory control
- Adaptability
Timeline
Culinary Supervisor
AVI Foodsystems
02.2023 - Current
Sous Chef
Claiborne Retirement Living
2021 - 2023
Food Service Supervisor
United States Air Force, USAF
2011 - 2020
Allendale High