Kevin Garwood
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Kansas City,MO
Summary
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Nuthera Labs
10.2021 - Current
- Worked alongside Missouri's Department of Health and Senior Services on a daily basis. This included using mathematic formulas to ensure accurate dosing potency, tracking and tracing the product throughout every step utilizing METRC data entry, and submitting the finalized product for potency testing.
- Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to food safety and sanitation standards, as well as strict compliance to Missouri DHSS facility guidelines and regulations. This also included preparing for mandatory audits and walkthroughs by the State.
- Developed and implemented efficient kitchen workflows to enhance productivity, eliminating bottlenecks in production.
- Trained new employees on culinary techniques and operational procedures, anywhere from METRC data entry to tempering chocolate.
- Managed inventory levels by organizing supplies and tracking stock to minimize waste and ensure ingredient availability.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
- Oversaw wasting of infused product to follow DHSS regulations, and filled out the corresponding paperwork to send to the State.
- Facilitated resolution of staff disputes through effective communication.
- Helped write standard operating procedures to create safe working conditions for employees.
- Built high-performing teams through effective recruitment and onboarding.
Kitchen Manager
AMC Dine-In Theaters
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Analyzed kitchen operations, identifying areas for process improvement and cost reduction.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
- Achieved rapid ticket times during peak service hours by effectively managing workflow distribution across various stations.
- Fostered a collaborative working environment among diverse teams of chefs, line cooks, prep cooks, dishwashers, and other support staff.
Line Cook, Shift Lead, Trainer, Management
Denny’s
08.2014 - 09.2019
- Trained new line cooks in kitchen procedures, safety protocols, and equipment usage to maintain high standards.
- Monitored food quality during preparation and service, ensuring consistency and adherence to health regulations.
- Implemented time management techniques to prioritize tasks during peak service hours, optimizing workflow efficiency.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fulton High School
Fulton, Missouri05.2015
Political Science, Film
University of Missouri
Columbia, Missouri12.2019
Bachelor of Liberal Arts - Paralegal Studies
Johnson County Community College
Overland Park, KS05-2027
Skills
- Data Entry
- Business Administration
- Time Management
- Staff Training and Development
- Schedule Preparation
- Performance Evaluations
- Problem Resolution
- Google Workspace
- Communication
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Waste Reduction
- Safety Audits
LANGUAGES
English
Spanish
Timeline
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Nuthera Labs
10.2021 - Current
Kitchen Manager
AMC Dine-In Theaters
09.2019 - 03.2020
Line Cook, Shift Lead, Trainer, Management
Denny’s
08.2014 - 09.2019
High School Diploma -
Fulton High School
Political Science, Film
University of Missouri
Bachelor of Liberal Arts - Paralegal Studies
Johnson County Community College