Leah Bristol
Antioch,TN
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Supervisor
Lainey Wilson Bell Bottoms Up
03.2024 - Current
- Monitored food preparation, production, and plating for quality control.
- Disciplined and motivated staff to achieve challenging objectives in fast-paced culinary environments.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Ensured consistent quality of dishes by overseeing recipe execution and conducting regular taste tests.
- Prepared special event menus for catered functions, accommodating dietary restrictions as needed.
- Maintained high sanitation standards through routine cleaning protocols and adherence to health regulations.
Kitchen Manager
Acme Seed & Feed
09.2023 - 02.2024
- Directed activities of team of skilled kitchen workers preparing and serving meals.
- Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
- Maximized team productivity by expertly delegating tasks to kitchen staff.
- Monitored food preparation, production, and plating for quality control.
- Planned routine upkeep of kitchen equipment and facilities for safe and efficient operations.
- Supervised food presentation and plating to enhance visual appeal.
- Directed food preparation and cooking activities to meet health and safety standards.
- Disciplined and motivated staff to achieve challenging objectives in fast-paced culinary environments.
- Continuously evaluated business operations to effectively align workflows for optimal area coverage and customer satisfaction.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
Lead Prep/ Line Cook
The Southern Steak & Oyster
08.2022 - 09.2023
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize restaurant pantry.
- Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas, utensils and equipment.
- Communicated with management on food inventory stock to request order placement.
- Monitored food temperatures to meet quality and safety standards.
- Operated grills, fryers and ovens to cook food items.
- Followed company recipes and production standards to satisfy customers.
Lead Line Cook
The Gumbo Bros
06.2021 - 07.2022
- Handled portion control activities according to specified instructions provided by chef.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
Crew Trainer/ Kitchen Crew
McDonald's , Lavergne
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Managed time to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously with ease.
- Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
- Operated kitchen equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions.
- Prepared sandwiches, salads and other specialty items according to customer specifications.
- Trained new staff on food preparation and safety procedures.
- Set positive example for team members by providing high-quality, efficient service
Education
High School Diploma -
Antioch High School
Antioch, TN05.2019
Associate of Arts -
Motlow State Community College
Smyrna, TN05.2024
Skills
- Efficient task management
- Team collaboration
- Multitasking efficiency
- Learning agility
- Attention to detail
- Occupational safety practices
- Fast-paced environments
- Fast learner
Timeline
Kitchen Supervisor
Lainey Wilson Bell Bottoms Up
03.2024 - Current
Kitchen Manager
Acme Seed & Feed
09.2023 - 02.2024
Lead Prep/ Line Cook
The Southern Steak & Oyster
08.2022 - 09.2023
Lead Line Cook
The Gumbo Bros
06.2021 - 07.2022
Crew Trainer/ Kitchen Crew
McDonald's , Lavergne
01.2016 - 01.2018
High School Diploma -
Antioch High School
Associate of Arts -
Motlow State Community College