Kenneth Reardon
Longwood,FL
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with background creating delicious dishes. Dedicated to delivering highest quality customer service. Expert at succeeding in high pressure environments while remaining calm. Safety-minded when carefully following food handling regulations and procedures. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook Shift Leader
Miller's Ale House
01.2023 - Current
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
- Identified inefficiencies leading to improved productivity.
- Prioritized and re-prioritized kitchen tasks based on fluctuating demands.
- Measured, weighed, and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
- Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
Manager of Operations
ICG Utility Auditing
06.2018 - Current
- Partnered with vendors and suppliers to effectively manage and budget.
- Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
- Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
Team Lead
Chick-fil-A
04.2019 - 08.2022
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
- Managed schedules, accepted time off requests and found coverage for short shifts.
- Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training, and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
- Minimized resource and time losses by addressing employee or production issue directly and implementing timely solutions.
- Mentored and guided employees to foster proper completion of assigned duties.
- Built strong relationships with customers through positive attitude and attentive response.
Lead Cook/Expeditor
Mr. Z's
01.2017 - 10.2019
- Provided customer satisfactory atmosphere working in an open kitchen while preparing and receiving orders in a timely manner.
- Prepared ingredients ahead of time to promote efficiency in dish garnishing.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Delegated jobs within kitchen depending on restaurant traffic and employee skill.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
AGM
Orlando
06.2018 - 01.2019
- Handle and check glass as it is received from supplying trucks pertaining to customer specific glass orders.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Dishwasher/Kitchen
Keke's Breakfast Cafe
11.2016 - 01.2018
- Stepped into additional roles during busy times to boost coverage of important stations.
- Efficiently loaded and unloaded dishwashers, cleaning by hand large pots or other items used often by kitchen staff.
- Scraped, washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils, and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customer demands.
- Inspected dishwashing equipment and reported issues to supervisor.
- Washed equipment, surfaces, refrigerators, and other areas and applied sanitizing chemicals.
- Troubleshot equipment malfunctions and completed minor repairs to keep equipment functioning.
- Delivered washed dishes to various stations throughout restaurant to help team stay productive and focused on customer needs.
Girl's Weightlifting Coach/Assistant
Winter Springs High School
05.2015 - 05.2017
- Enhanced proficiency through perfected techniques, offering valuable assistance and training that led to qualification at the state level.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Collaborated with other coaches to create and execute game plans.
- Utilized positive communication to encourage team and promote integrity and respect.
Volunteer
Action Church
02.2017 - 04.2017
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
Education
High School Diploma -
Winter Springs High School
Winter Springs, FL05.2017
Skills
- Detail oriented
- Analytical thinker
- Quick learner
- Goal oriented
- Leadership ability
- Situational awareness
- Cooking
- Food Safety
- Inventory Control
- Cost Control
- Cleaning and Sanitation
- Performance Improvement
Languages
American Sign Language
Full Professional
Russian
Limited Working
Awards
2x Regional Qualifier and placer for boys weightlifting 6th place in the American Open series II 1st place in South East Classic 2016 Received volunteer appreciation for girls weightlifting 2016,2017 Consistent Honor Roll academic achievement AP (Advanced Placement) Scholar National Society of High School Scholars National Academy of Future Scientists and Technological Award of Excellence nomination
References
- John Mosure, Weightlifting Coach, (305) 733-9679
- Jay Salamone, Personal, (407) 913-5664
- Mateo Gomez, Keke's Manager, (407) 451-7459
- Doug Martin, AGM Orlando, Manager, (321) 303-7709
Timeline
Cook Shift Leader
Miller's Ale House
01.2023 - Current
Team Lead
Chick-fil-A
04.2019 - 08.2022
Manager of Operations
ICG Utility Auditing
06.2018 - Current
AGM
Orlando
06.2018 - 01.2019
Volunteer
Action Church
02.2017 - 04.2017
Lead Cook/Expeditor
Mr. Z's
01.2017 - 10.2019
Dishwasher/Kitchen
Keke's Breakfast Cafe
11.2016 - 01.2018
Girl's Weightlifting Coach/Assistant
Winter Springs High School
05.2015 - 05.2017
High School Diploma -
Winter Springs High School