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Kevin Smith

Ellijay,GA

Summary

Dynamic kitchen professional with a proven track record at Dogwood, excelling in food safety and time management. Recognized for mentoring staff and implementing efficient processes that reduced food waste. Committed to maintaining cleanliness standards and fostering teamwork, ensuring exceptional guest experiences while adhering to health regulations.

Work History

Line Cook

Chester Brunnenmyers
  • 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.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
  • Implemented effective waste reduction strategies, minimizing food costs and supporting sustainable practices.

Kitchen Manager

Dogwood
02.2021 - 2023
  • 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.
  • Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen team and service areas for optimal guest experiences.
  • Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.
  • Consistently met or exceeded local health department inspection requirements through diligent adherence to safety protocols and maintaining thorough documentation records.
  • Improved kitchen efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and optimizing staff scheduling.

Education

High School Diploma -

Camben
Camben SC

Skills

  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Highly motivated
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Reliable and trustworthy
  • Problem-solving
  • Food safety
  • Cleanliness standards

Additional Information

Enjoy working in a fast paced environment where I achieve and working with people with positive attitudes. Always willing to learn a new task or job to further expand my knowledge. I am an effective communicator and seek knowledge to grow.

Timeline

Kitchen Manager

Dogwood
02.2021 - 2023

Line Cook

Chester Brunnenmyers

High School Diploma -

Camben
Kevin Smith