Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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Kyle Darden

Remington,VA

Summary

Resourceful United States [Branch] [Rank] with [Number] years of experience as Culinary Specialist providing food service and dining facility management. Accomplished in planning, preparing and serving balanced meals under strict deadlines and budget limitations. Focused on proper food handling, safety procedures and maintaining clean food service and dining environment. High-performing individual with solid background in culinary arts. Skilled in creating innovative and delicious dishes while managing kitchen staff and inventory. Efficient and committed to keeping high standards of food safety and sanitation.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Culinary Specialist

US Navy
08.2019 - Current
  • Inspected deliveries for accuracy and safety.
  • Established food preparation procedures and guidelines to promote meal consistency and quality.
  • Took inventory of supplies and maintained accurate stock records to minimize losses and support supply ordering.
  • Prepared and served food to approximately [Number] personnel in upscale urban restaurant.
  • Maintained records and awareness of unique dietary restrictions or allergies of personnel, accommodating needs in meal preparation.
  • Conducted inspections of food preparation and dining facilities to verify compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Planned menus and ordered various food stock to provide balanced and nutritious meals.
  • Developed menus and meal plans which met personnel needs, utilizing available supplies and within budget restrictions.
  • Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
  • Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
  • Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
  • Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
  • Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
  • Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
  • Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
  • Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.

Drainlayer Apprentice

AllSite Contracting
03.2017 - 01.2018
  • Graded or leveled trench bases using tamping machines or hand tools.
  • Covered completed pipes with earth or materials and prepared sites for grading.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.

Store Team Member

Five Guys
03.2015 - 03.2017
  • Organized and recovered shelves, put away returns and cleaned spills and messes to maintain high standards throughout sales floor.
  • Maintained general knowledge of departments to help customers quickly locate products and merchandise.
  • Used cash register to tally purchases, collect payment and execute fast and friendly check-out experiences.
  • Cleaned counter areas, floor and restrooms to meet safety and sanitation regulations.
  • Interacted positively with team members and customers to promote commitment to organization's vision and values.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
  • Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
  • Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
  • Managed efficient cash register operations.
  • Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
  • Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.
  • Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
  • Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
  • Recommended complementary purchases to customers, increasing revenue.

Manager

Auntie Anne's Pretzels
05.2015 - 03.2017
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
  • Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
  • Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
  • Planned and budgeted accurately to provide business with resources needed to operate smoothly.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
  • Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.

Crew Member

Ac

Education

High School Diploma -

Liberty High School
Bealeton, VA
08.2019

Skills

  • Different Culinary Techniques
  • Procedure Preparation
  • Culinary Staff Management
  • Proper Storage Procedures

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with team of [Number] in the development of [Project name].
  • Achieved [Result] by completing [Task] with accuracy and efficiency.

Certification

  • [Area of certification] Training - [Timeframe]

off roading

When I was 16 as a summer job I drove at a summer camp and use to be the tour guide.

Timeline

Culinary Specialist

US Navy
08.2019 - Current

Drainlayer Apprentice

AllSite Contracting
03.2017 - 01.2018

Manager

Auntie Anne's Pretzels
05.2015 - 03.2017

Store Team Member

Five Guys
03.2015 - 03.2017

Crew Member

Ac

High School Diploma -

Liberty High School
Kyle Darden