Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at TGI Fridays, excelling in kitchen management and staff training. Proven ability to enhance food quality and service speed while maintaining strict sanitation standards. Highly motivated with strong time management skills, ensuring efficient operations and reduced waste through effective inventory control.
Work History
Line Cook
2 Years 4 Months
IHOP | 06.2024 - Current
Prepared breakfast and grill items according to IHOP recipes and ticket specifications.
Monitored cook times and coordinated order flow to maintain timely kitchen service.
Operated flat-top grill, fryers, and kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
Maintained clean, organized workstations in compliance with food safety standards.
Linecook
3 Years
Rastelli Market Fresh | 09.2023 - 09.2026
Prepared menu items according to station recipes and portion standards
Operated grill, sauté, and fryer equipment while maintaining safe kitchen practices
Monitored food quality, temperature, and freshness throughout service
Restocked ingredients and organized prep areas for efficient kitchen workflow
Kitchen Manager
6 Years 3 Months
TGI Fridays | 07.2018 - 10.2024
Managed kitchen operations, ensuring consistent food quality, speed of service, and sanitation compliance.
Scheduled culinary staff to align coverage with projected volume and peak service periods.
Trained cooks and line staff on recipe standards, portion control, and safe food handling.
Monitored inventory levels and ordered supplies to prevent shortages and waste.
Sous Chef
3 Years 7 Months
Charthouse | 01.2018 - 08.2021
Supervised kitchen workflow, maintaining consistent food quality and timely service
Coordinated line cooks and prep staff to support efficient meal execution
Enforced food safety, sanitation, and temperature standards across kitchen stations
Managed inventory rotation, reducing waste and supporting accurate stock levels