Hi, I’m
Kevin Allen
Southfield,MI
Summary
A seasoned Chef with a proven track record at Benihana, I excel in kitchen management and food safety, enhancing food quality through innovative cooking techniques. Skilled in meal preparation and presentation, I bring attention to detail and a strong work ethic to every culinary challenge.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Benihana
Chef
08.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
Wolverine Assemblies Llc.
Associate
05.2024 - 09.2024
Job overview
- Played an integral role in launching successful projects by coordinating tasks among team members while adhering closely to established timelines and budgets.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 25 pounds.
- Assembled orders and packed items for shipment, conveying orders to shipping personnel
- Displayed adaptability by taking on various roles within the warehouse as needed, including receiving, shipping, or inventory control duties.
- Consistently met or exceeded productivity targets while maintaining high standards for quality and safety.
- Increased accuracy in order picking by utilizing electronic scanning devices and following established procedures.
- Assisted in reducing product damage by properly handling and storing materials.
- Manually or mechanically loaded and unloaded materials from pallets, skids, platforms, cars, lifting devices, or other transport vehicles
- Operated various types of equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, or hand trucks safely while moving products throughout the facility.
- Assisted in training new hires, sharing best practices and providing support for their integration into the team.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through timely shipment of orders, ensuring proper packaging and labeling.
- Contributed to a cleaner workspace with daily upkeep and scheduled deep cleaning sessions.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.
- Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
- Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
The Ability Center
Service Animal Trainer
02.2019 - 04.2024
Job overview
- Trained animals to improve their behavior and responsiveness.
- Developed customized training plans to meet specific animal needs.
- Enhanced animal skills by using positive reinforcement techniques.
- Conducted daily training sessions to maintain consistency.
- Improved animal performance by assessing individual learning styles.
- Observed animal behavior to identify areas needing improvement.
- Trained animals for public performances, ensuring safety and engagement.
- Enhanced animal wellbeing with structured training programs.
- Built trust with animals through consistent and patient interactions.
- Conducted assessments to measure training effectiveness.
- Engaged in continuous learning to apply the latest training methods.
- Facilitated positive interactions between animals and handlers.
- Increased animal obedience by implementing customized training programs tailored to individual needs.
Aoilis of Adrian
Sous Chef
02.2020 - 09.2023
Job overview
- 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.
- Mentored junior kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative work environment that improved overall team performance.
- Played a key role in achieving positive health inspection results by maintaining strict compliance with all relevant guidelines and regulations throughout daily operations.
- Implemented proper cleaning procedures, ensuring a safe and sanitary kitchen workspace compliant with health department regulations.
- Contributed to successful catering events by coordinating meal preparation and execution, exceeding client expectations on each occasion.
- Ensured consistent quality control of all dishes leaving the kitchen, resulting in a reputation for excellence among patrons.
Jones Roofing Company
General Laborer
06.1996 - 04.2004
Job overview
- Maintained clean and organized worksites, minimizing hazards and promoting a safe working environment.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Demonstrated strong work ethic, completing physically demanding tasks under varying conditions.
- Assisted team members with tasks that require group effort.
Education
Jackson CollegeJackson, MI
Associate of Arts from Business
06-2026
University Overview
- Dean's List fall & winter 2022, fall 2023
- Honor Roll fall & winter 2022, fall 2023
- 4.0 GPA
- Ranked in Top 10% of class
- Extracurricular Activities: youth mentor,
- Extracurricular Activities: volunteer to feed the hungry
- Relevant Coursework: Leadership & Management
- Relevant Coursework: human resources development & business law
- Relevant Coursework: Entreprinuereship & advertisment
Michigan Department of Education Vocational SchoolJackson, MI
No Degree from Culinary Arts, Clerical Assistance
03-2012
University Overview
- Awarded SafeServe Certificate
- American Hotel and Lodging certification
- Safeserve food handlers card,
- Microsoft computer literacy
- Relevant Coursework: Culinary Arts Hospitality and Lodging & clerical assistance, payroll, powerpoint, excell, and microsoft word
- 3.85 GPA
Skills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Knife skills
- Cooking techniques
- Food quality
- Kitchen management
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Ingredient knowledge
- Meal preparation
- Attention to detail
- Food presentation
- Grilling techniques
- Frying techniques
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Allergen awareness
- Sauce preparation
- Sanitation guidelines
Timeline
Chef
Benihana
08.2024 - Current
Associate
Wolverine Assemblies Llc.
05.2024 - 09.2024
Sous Chef
Aoilis of Adrian
02.2020 - 09.2023
Service Animal Trainer
The Ability Center
02.2019 - 04.2024
General Laborer
Jones Roofing Company
06.1996 - 04.2004
Jackson College
Associate of Arts from Business
Michigan Department of Education Vocational School
No Degree from Culinary Arts, Clerical Assistance
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