Kevin Mangham
Tucson,Arizona
Summary
Adaptable chef at home in any culinary setting and/or position. 15 + years experience in food service and hospitality, last 3 years experience as a chef/ food manager. Skilled in any fast-paced kitchen as well as catering and food budgeting. Adamantly maintains an "in the trenches" approach to cooking, cleaning, and life at large.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef
Amity Circle Tree Ranch
08.2018 - Current
- Oversaw prepping and cooking of all meals throughout service, averaging 350 meals served daily.
- Operated monthly catering events for TIHAN in addition to managing regular service/standard menu for Amity
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Worked with all primary food vendors, maintained food budget, wrote weekly menus
- Improved kitchen safety, conducting comprehensive training on proper equipment use and emergency procedures.
- Helped develop a 90 day culinary training program with certification
Server
Monterey Court Cafe
04.2013 - 05.2015
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
Line Cook
Bazil's Italian and Northern Continental
09.2011 - 04.2013
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Split workload between Bazil's and Bazil's To Go kitchens
- Pizza prep and line
Education
High School Diploma -
Rincon High School
Tucson, AZ05-2008
Skills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Customer service
- Knife skills
- Basic/ intermediate cooking techniques
- Public speaking
- Menu design
- Food ordering/ budgeting
Certification
Food Manager Certification (ANAB accredited, last renewed August 2024)
Timeline
Chef
Amity Circle Tree Ranch
08.2018 - Current
Server
Monterey Court Cafe
04.2013 - 05.2015
Line Cook
Bazil's Italian and Northern Continental
09.2011 - 04.2013
Food Manager Certification (ANAB accredited, last renewed August 2024)
High School Diploma -
Rincon High School
Similar Profiles
Faith YohaneFaith Yohane
Leadership and Discipleship Director at Circle Square RanchLeadership and Discipleship Director at Circle Square Ranch
Kealan HaindlKealan Haindl
Day Camp Counselor at Circle R RanchDay Camp Counselor at Circle R Ranch
Destiny FivelandDestiny Fiveland
Farm Hand at Circle K RanchFarm Hand at Circle K Ranch