Kyle Triana
Cincinnati,OH
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Apple Spice Junction
05.2022 - 06.2024
- 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.
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Met with and interviewed new applicants.
Lead Cook
Pig Candy BBQ
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Efficiently handled high-volume orders while maintaining superior food quality through precise execution of cooking methods.
- Maintained a high standard of food quality by consistently reviewing dishes for taste, presentation, and adherence to established guidelines.
- Supervised line cooks to monitor food safety and order accuracy.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Taught kitchen staff safety protocols and restaurant standards.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Implemented effective cross-training initiatives, which allowed team members to seamlessly cover various roles during peak service times.
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Olive Garden
01.2020 - 07.2021
- Managed daily kitchen operations, delegating tasks among staff members to optimize workflow and maintain high-quality standards.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Supported timely service by coordinating with front-of-house staff to ensure accurate order completion and prompt delivery.
- Assisted in hiring and training new kitchen staff, fostering a positive team atmosphere for efficient productivity.
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills when faced with unexpected challenges or emergencies within the kitchen environment.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
Lead Cook
The Angry Crab Shack
08.2018 - 04.2020
- Maintained a high standard of food quality by consistently reviewing dishes for taste, presentation, and adherence to established guidelines.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining cooking processes and implementing time-saving techniques.
- Supervised line cooks to monitor food safety and order accuracy.
- Prepped and prepared a wide variety of seafood and shellfish
- Streamlined prep work by organizing kitchen stations effectively and training junior staff on best practices for efficient workflow.
- Produced high volume covers per day and maintained near-perfect customer satisfaction scores.
Line Cook
Forno Osteria
06.2017 - 08.2019
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
Lead Line Cook
Brio Tuscan Grille
08.2017 - 06.2018
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Cultivated a positive working atmosphere among kitchen staff, fostering camaraderie and a strong sense of teamwork.
- Produced high volume covers per day and maintained near-perfect customer satisfaction scores.
First Shift Supervisor
The Courtyard Mariott
11.2015 - 08.2017
- Implemented staff training programs for new hires, ensuring seamless integration into the team and accelerated learning curves.
- Supervised, directed, trained and assisted staff in performing support functions related to function assigned.
- Coordinated with maintenance teams for timely equipment repairs and preventative maintenance to minimize downtime during shifts.
- Evaluated workstations regularly for optimization opportunities, resulting in increased productivity while maintaining ergonomic standards.
- Monitored production quality, addressing issues promptly to minimize defects and maintain high standards.
Line Cook
Cafe Madeline
10.2014 - 11.2015
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
- Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on timing of dish completion.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Supported head chef during high-volume periods by efficiently executing complex tasks with precision under pressure.
Wok Cook
Pei Wei Asian Kitchen
09.2014 - 11.2015
- Chopped vegetables and cut meat to prepare for dinner hour.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by preparing delicious and visually appealing wok dishes in a timely manner.
- Delivered meals made from high-quality ingredients using attractive plating techniques.
- Promoted positive teamwork within the kitchen through clear communication and collaboration on shared tasks.
- Mastered various cooking techniques to offer diverse menu and cater to dietary restrictions.
Line Cook/prep Cook
Casa Giuseppe`s Italian Grille
06.2011 - 11.2013
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
Pizza Maker
Dolce Amore Restaurante
12.2012 - 06.2013
- Topped pizzas with right ingredients based on orders utilizing recipe-directed amounts and distribution methods.
- Rolled and shaped dough to correct sizes and shapes based on orders to fit in oven and cook evenly.
- Learned and memorized menu items and specials to provide accurate and up-to-date information to kitchen staff.
- Prepared raw materials for cooking by cutting vegetables and preparing dough.
Education
High School Diploma -
South Fork
West Palm Beach, FLSkills
- Multitasking and organization
- Inventory management
- Food safety
- Staff training and development
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Vendor relations
- Sanitation standards
- Kitchen staff coordination
- Scheduling
- Process improvement
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Apple Spice Junction
05.2022 - 06.2024
Lead Cook
Pig Candy BBQ
10.2021 - 05.2022
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Olive Garden
01.2020 - 07.2021
Lead Cook
The Angry Crab Shack
08.2018 - 04.2020
Lead Line Cook
Brio Tuscan Grille
08.2017 - 06.2018
Line Cook
Forno Osteria
06.2017 - 08.2019
First Shift Supervisor
The Courtyard Mariott
11.2015 - 08.2017
Line Cook
Cafe Madeline
10.2014 - 11.2015
Wok Cook
Pei Wei Asian Kitchen
09.2014 - 11.2015
Pizza Maker
Dolce Amore Restaurante
12.2012 - 06.2013
Line Cook/prep Cook
Casa Giuseppe`s Italian Grille
06.2011 - 11.2013
High School Diploma -
South Fork
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