Kyle Redmond
Grand Rapids
Summary
Food service professional with extensive experience in kitchen management and culinary operations. Known for maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety while fostering collaborative team environment. Reliable and adaptable, with strong skills in leadership and problem-solving.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Kitchen Manager
Creative Dining Services
05.2023 - Current
- Train members of a kitchen staff to properly prepare delicious food in a buffet hall setting
- Prepare food that is safe for food allergies and sensitivities
- Maintain a 5-week menu of trendy and interesting food options, including those that are halal and vegan/vegetarian
- Order all food for the kitchen operation according to a strict budget
- Ensure the proper utilization of food products for freshness and cost efficiency
- Maintain detailed inventory of all products in house on a monthly basis
- Schedule a team of 20 employees
- Lead the kitchen in production of daily buffet service for up to 1300 people
- Produce special event menus at various times throughout the year
Production Kitchen Manager
Creative Dining Services
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Train members of a kitchen staff to properly prepare delicious food in a buffet hall setting
- Prepare food that is safe for food allergies and sensitivities
- Make a 5-week menu of trendy and interesting food options, including those that are halal, kosher, and vegan/vegetarian
- Order all food for the kitchen operation according to a strict budget
- Ensure the proper utilization of food products for freshness and cost efficiency
- Maintain detailed inventory of all products in house on a monthly basis
- Schedule a team of 15+ employees
- Lead and prepare food for high-end catering events for upwards of 100 people
Kitchen Supervisor/Catering Chef
Creative Dining Services
10.2020 - 05.2022
- Coordinate food preparation and execution of catering events
- Oversee the production of food in a safe and sanitary kitchen
- Maintain product organization and freshness in house
- Prevent cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers
- Maintain records of temperatures on all equipment in house daily
- Oversee FOH operations in cafeteria style dining
Sous Chef
San Chez Bistro
01.2018 - 10.2020
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment
- Aligned seasonal plans with ingredient availability and key area events for optimal promotions
- Established and updated staff schedules and assignments to optimize coverage of peak times
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers
- Kept labor at or below 11% to support business profit targets
Kitchen Manager
Vitale's Pizza
12.2015 - 10.2017
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment
- Worked both the line and prepped items daily to meet the needs of a fast paced and busy restaurant
- Prepared the deposit and oversaw the closing of both BOH and FOH
Assistant Manager
Subs-N-More
06.2012 - 03.2016
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy and reducing discrepancies
- Baked bread daily to meet the needs of a busy downtown restaurant
- Prepared quality food at a quick pace
- Oversaw the actions of 3-4 other employees when the restaurant manager was not in house
Education
High School Diploma -
Ogemaw Heights High School
West Branch, MI06.2011
Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Menu Development
- Schedule Management
- Food Preparation and Safety
- Spanish cuisine
- Expert food preparation and plating under high volume environment
- Catering
- Food Safety
- Kitchen Management Experience
- Profit & Loss
- Restaurant Management
- Inventory Control
Certification
- ServSafe Allergen
- ServSafe Manager
- ServSafe Alcohol
Personal Information
Authorized To Work: US
Timeline
Production Kitchen Manager
Creative Dining Services
05.2023 - Current
Production Kitchen Manager
Creative Dining Services
05.2022 - 05.2023
Kitchen Supervisor/Catering Chef
Creative Dining Services
10.2020 - 05.2022
Sous Chef
San Chez Bistro
01.2018 - 10.2020
Kitchen Manager
Vitale's Pizza
12.2015 - 10.2017
Assistant Manager
Subs-N-More
06.2012 - 03.2016
High School Diploma -
Ogemaw Heights High School
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