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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, UT
04-2025

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
Kyle Dickson