Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
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Kenneth Dantzler

Edgewood,MD

Summary

Dynamic Kitchen Manager with a proven track record at Mountain Branch Golf Club, excelling in procurement management and team coordination. Successfully implemented strategies that enhanced restaurant performance and minimized waste. Known for fostering strong supplier relationships and delivering exceptional customer service, ensuring compliance with health standards while developing team capabilities.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Kitchen Manager

Mountain Branch Golf Club
07.2020 - 07.2025
  • Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
  • Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
  • Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
  • Developed and maintained professional relationships with suppliers to acquire high-quality ingredients and products with reasonable prices.
  • Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
  • Coordinated with catering staff to deliver food services for special events and functions.

Deli Team Lead

Wal Mart
07.2018 - 07.2020
  • Listened to customer requests and suggested additional menu items as appropriate to upsell products.
  • Delivered exemplary customer service to guests, even in peak business periods to promote retention.
  • Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
  • Took special orders for event catering and party trays, assisting customers by recommending additional items, condiments, and garnishes.
  • Addressed customer complaints with professional demeanor and used communication and problem-solving skills to resolve issues.

Education

Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts

Harford Comm Coll
Bel-Air MD

Skills

  • Procurement management
  • Employee performance tracking
  • Scheduling
  • Team coordination in kitchen
  • Sustainable waste management
  • Employee development
  • Analytical problem-solving
  • Executing health compliance evaluations
  • Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
  • Detail-oriented approach
  • Health code compliance
  • Team building

Timeline

Kitchen Manager

Mountain Branch Golf Club
07.2020 - 07.2025

Deli Team Lead

Wal Mart
07.2018 - 07.2020

Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts

Harford Comm Coll
Kenneth Dantzler