Lee Harris
Lafayette,LA
Summary
Qualified food service professional bringing 27 years of experience in the field. Focused on providing exceptional customer service and maintaining food safety. Knowledgeable Food Service Supervisor keeps teams working smoothly and efficiently. Proficient in team leadership, schedule management and inventory coordination. Proven history of innovative management and detail-oriented work. History of improving food service team training, performance and satisfaction. Well-versed in assigning tasks, monitoring service and implementing plans to correct problems. Competent in batch cooking for large facilities. Background includes inventory management, recordkeeping. Organized and forward-thinking food service professional with a flexible and motivational management style. Hardworking Kitchen Supervisor driven to maximize guest satisfaction with exceptional food. Train, discipline and motivate team members to new levels of excellence. Proven history of effective leadership and maximized productivity. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Service Supervisor
Aramark
03.2018 - Current
- Maintained health and food safety standards at all stages, from storage through delivery.
- Kept guest and work areas clean, organized and sanitized per established standards.
- Maintained compliance with company policies and procedures for food safety, sanitation, and quality.
- Monitored food quality and service levels to maximize kitchen and dining area performance.
- Ordered new supplies and food to maintain service levels.
- Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
- Tracked food production levels, meal counts, and supply costs.
- Established and managed team schedules and shift assignments.
- Trained and supervised new staff to enhance customer service skills and comply with food safety standards.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Oversaw training of more than 20 team members.
- Trained new hires in food handling and safety protocols to boost knowledge and performance.
- Monitored food inventory and supplies to prevent waste.
- Scheduled and rotated staff for adequate coverage and fair distribution of workload.
- Monitored food preparation, production, and plating for quality control.
- Directed food preparation and cooking activities to meet health and safety standards.
- Supervised food presentation and plating to enhance visual appeal.
- Maximized team productivity by expertly delegating tasks to kitchen staff.
- Controlled food costs and managed inventory.
- Served consistent portions following recipes and control standards.
- Planned routine upkeep of kitchen equipment and facilities for safe and efficient operations.
- Directed activities of team of skilled kitchen workers preparing and serving meals.
Lead Cook
Lafayette General Medical Center
08.2011 - 03.2018
- Took over line positions in event of emergency.
- Monitored cooks and dishwasher performance and made suggestions.
- Coordinated line cook break schedules.
- Supervised line cooks for safety and order accuracy.
- Weighed and labeled products.
- Reported accidents, injuries or unsafe work conditions to manager.
- Affected quick resolutions to customer problems and brought in management when needed.
- Kept kitchen areas clean and free of debris and water.
- Updated daily waste logs, computer tracking systems and other relevant documentation.
- Supervised, trained and developed team members in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Upheld standards of cleanliness, food handling and safety.
- Established and maintained a positive work environment.
- Motivated and disciplined employees according to established requirements.
- Developed and maintained positive working relationships with others to reach kitchen goals.
Cook
Copelands Inc.
09.1999 - 10.2011
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Cooked and served food and meals in accordance with planned menus, diet plans, recipes, portions, temperature control procedures and facility policies for200-300 patients per meal period
- Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals.
- Practiced safe food handling procedures at all times.
- Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping and proofing.
- Verified proper portion sizes and consistently attained high food quality standards.
- Led shifts while preparing food items and executing requests based on required specifications.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly
- Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards
Cook Line
Dons Seafood And Steakhouse
06.1993 - 10.2010
- Refilled and rotated items on shelves to maintain well-stocked inventory.
- Weighed and labeled products.
- Followed all safety and sanitation policies when handling food.
- Weighed, packaged and labeled meat and seafood products, following proper dating procedures.
- Maintain proper temperature and humidity levels for meat products.
- Reported accidents, injuries or unsafe work conditions to manager.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
University Lafayette Louisiana
Lafayette, LAHigh School Diploma - undefined
Lafayette High School
Lafayette, LA1992
Skills
- Large-scale food preparation
- Inventory control
- Thrives in fast-paced environment
- Critical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Compliance standards
- Employee training and development
- Decision-making
- Food safety procedures
- Portion Control
- Employee Development
- Portion Standards
- Staff Supervision
- Ingredient Management
- Safe Work Practices
- Proper Storage Procedures
- Waste Reduction
Timeline
Food Service Supervisor
Aramark
03.2018 - Current
Lead Cook
Lafayette General Medical Center
08.2011 - 03.2018
Cook
Copelands Inc.
09.1999 - 10.2011
Cook Line
Dons Seafood And Steakhouse
06.1993 - 10.2010
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
University Lafayette Louisiana
High School Diploma - undefined
Lafayette High School
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