Kyle Dickson
Vineyard,UT
Summary
Experienced Cook and Team Leader - ensuring high quality standards are always met
My role as a director taught me important and effective team management skills
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook Shift Leader
Panda Express
Sandy, UT
07.2021 - Current
- Trained the skills of existing staff to help develop them for promotions
- Led my team in Panda standard cooking processes, ensuring high-quality was maintained.
- Trained new staff on procedures and safety protocols, creating a collaborative work environment.
- Managed inventory levels, minimizing waste through efficient stock rotation and cooking practices.
- Maintained clean and organized kitchen leading to greater Ambiance with Pride for guests
Front of House Associate
Panda Express
Lehi, UT
04.2018 - 10.2020
- Managed front-of-house operations, ensuring cleanliness and adherence to safety standards through use of Temp Logs and Ecosure Check lists
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to provide guests with hot and fresh quality food in preparation for our peak hours.
- Trained new associates on operational procedures and customer service best practices.
Education
Associate of Science - Computer Sciences
Utah Valley University
Orem, UT04-2025
Skills
- Project management
- Active planning
- Problem solving
- Quality decision-making
- Communication styles
- Customer service
- Team leadership
- Training and development
- Cooking techniques
- Work prioritization
- Kitchen organization
- Computer skills
Timeline
Cook Shift Leader
Panda Express
07.2021 - Current
Front of House Associate
Panda Express
04.2018 - 10.2020
Associate of Science - Computer Sciences
Utah Valley University