Krystal Green
Lake Worth
Summary
Experienced culinary professional with expertise in kitchen operations and comprehensive knowledge of food quality, ingredients, and back-of-house workflows. Proven ability to navigate challenges in sourcing, inventory management, and consistency. Skilled in fostering relationships with culinary teams and delivering tailored solutions to operational needs. Equipped to effectively represent and sell food products to restaurants and food-service businesses.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wait staff
Palm diner
Boynton Beach
06.2021 - Current
- Provided attentive service to customers, ensuring a pleasant dining experience.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to coordinate timely food deliveries to tables.
- Maintained cleanliness of dining area, ensuring a welcoming environment for guests.
- Trained new staff on service standards and best practices in hospitality.
- Handled customer complaints effectively, striving for satisfactory resolutions.
- Supported inventory management by restocking supplies and monitoring levels regularly.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized under pressure.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area throughout shift by wiping down surfaces, emptying garbage cans.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as restocking supplies, cleaning floors.
- Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies or special requests.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner in order to maintain a positive atmosphere.
Restaurant Manager
Mamma Mias Trattoria
Lake Worth
10.2015 - 06.2021
- Managed inventory and ensured food quality control to maintain operational standards.
- Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of fresh ingredients.
- Directed daily restaurant operations, including scheduling, budgeting, and inventory management to optimize efficiency.
- Supervised and trained staff in customer service, food handling, and safety protocols.
- Maintained detailed records of sales transactions and daily shift reports.
- Oversaw the recruitment, hiring, onboarding, training, scheduling and evaluation of employees.
- Procured supplies from vendors to maintain budget compliance.
- Adhered to all health department regulations regarding food storage and preparation.
- Managed accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll.
- Monitored stock levels of ingredients to ensure timely delivery of fresh produce.
- Updated computer systems with new pricing and daily food specials.
- Established policies for cash handling procedures to maximize security measures.
- Evaluated financial statements to pinpoint improvement areas and identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Prepared and cooked a variety of dishes according to recipes and standards.
- Prepared ingredients for daily menu items in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Assisted chefs with food preparation and cooking techniques as needed.
Restaurant Manager
Gatas Sports Bar and Grill
Hinesville
01.2011 - 09.2015
- Managed day-to-day operations of restaurant, including scheduling, budgeting, and inventory control.
- Oversaw inventory management and food quality control processes.
- Monitored inventory levels and communicated needs to ensure ample supplies are available.
- Ordered supplies from vendors, ensuring adherence to budget guidelines for cost control.
- Managed accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll to maintain accurate financial records.
- Analyzed financial statements to pinpoint cost-saving opportunities and enhance fiscal performance.
- Complied with health, sanitation and liquor regulations by clearly communicating and reinforcing standards and procedures to employees.
- Prepared diverse menu items according to established recipes and standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Citrus High School
Inverness, FL05-2005
Skills
- Sales support and marketing strategy
- Menu development and customization
- Inventory management
- Problem solving
- Food preparation
- Customer relationship management
- Vendor coordination
- Staff training
Certification
- HACCP Certification
- ServSafe Manager
Timeline
Wait staff
Palm diner
06.2021 - Current
Restaurant Manager
Mamma Mias Trattoria
10.2015 - 06.2021
Restaurant Manager
Gatas Sports Bar and Grill
01.2011 - 09.2015
High School Diploma -
Citrus High School