Kyle Fohlbrook
Charlotte,MI
Summary
Proven Kitchen Manager with a track record of enhancing kitchen operations and reducing food waste by 30% at Greenleaf Hospitality Group. Expert in inventory management and staff training, fostering a culture of efficiency and high-volume dining excellence. Skilled in menu development and maintaining rigorous health code compliance, excels in multitasking and promoting teamwork.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Emerald Hills Golf Course
06.2022 - Current
- 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.
Kitchen Manager
Mcgonigles Pub
03.2021 - 03.2022
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture by actively engaging with staff members, promoting open communication channels, and demonstrating support for ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
- Developed strong vendor relationships for consistent delivery of high-quality ingredients at competitive prices.
Sous Chef
Millenium Restaurant Group
11.2017 - 09.2020
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
- Collaborated with executive chef to develop innovative menu items, leading to increased guest return rates and positive reviews.
- Played a key role in achieving positive health inspection results by maintaining strict compliance with all relevant guidelines and regulations throughout daily operations.
Kitchen Manager
Greenleaf Hospitality Group
05.2011 - 09.2017
- Developed and implemented kitchen policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for kitchen operations and comply with regulations.
- Achieved rapid ticket times during peak service hours by effectively managing workflow distribution across various stations.
- Calculated prices of ingredients to monitor food costs and control expenses.
- Reduced food waste significantly, carefully managing inventory and implementing sustainability practices.
- Streamlined ordering process, minimizing errors and increasing kitchen productivity.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Applied Mathematics
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MISkills
- Multitasking and Organization
- Customer Service
- Food Safety
- Inventory Management
- Staff Supervision
- Food Preparation
- Waste Reduction
- Problem-Solving
- Ordering Supplies
- Recipes and menu planning
- Employee Scheduling
- High-volume dining
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Emerald Hills Golf Course
06.2022 - Current
Kitchen Manager
Mcgonigles Pub
03.2021 - 03.2022
Sous Chef
Millenium Restaurant Group
11.2017 - 09.2020
Kitchen Manager
Greenleaf Hospitality Group
05.2011 - 09.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Applied Mathematics
Western Michigan University
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