Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Information
Volunteer Experience
References
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
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Leis Phillips

Kitchen Manager
Troutdale,OR

Summary

I am committed to advancing my work experience and guaranteeing a professional demeanor for any employer I serve. As a skilled Kitchen Manager, I effectively monitor inventory, lead teams, and manage food. I train and oversee kitchen staff in proper cooking methods and schedule regular maintenance and repairs to keep kitchen equipment in optimal condition.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Kitchen Manager

Chartwells K12
Gresham, OR
07.2023 - Current
  • Oversaw daily operations of the kitchen including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes and plate presentation.
  • Promoted an atmosphere of collaboration by encouraging effective communication within the team.
  • Reviewed vendor invoices for accuracy before authorizing payment transactions.
  • Performed weekly inventories of food items stored in refrigerators or freezers.
  • Trained employees on cooking techniques, safety standards and performance strategies.
  • Oversaw meal preparation and monitored food handling to encourage safety.
  • Kept kitchen equipment properly functioning by following manufacturer's operating instructions and educating staff on proper use.
  • Utilized various preparation and cooking methods to create menu items in accordance with recipes.
  • Implemented surface and equipment schedules and standards to maintain clean, neat and sanitized kitchen.
  • Monitored sanitation practices to ensure that all employees adhere to health department regulations.
  • Ordered ingredients and supplies to maintain adequate inventory levels for the kitchen.
  • Trained new kitchen staff on proper food handling techniques and safety regulations.

Assistant Kitchen Manager

Sodexo Food Service
Gresham, Oregon
03.2022 - 07.2023
  • Trained new kitchen staff on proper food handling techniques and safety regulations.
  • Ordered ingredients and supplies to maintain adequate inventory levels for the kitchen.
  • Maintained accurate HACCP records.
  • Monitored sanitation practices to ensure that all employees adhere to health department regulations.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining a positive attitude towards guests at all times.
  • Oversaw daily operations of the kitchen including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes and plate presentation.
  • Managed employee relations by providing guidance on job duties as well as disciplinary actions when needed.
  • Promoted an atmosphere of teamwork among kitchen staff members by fostering open communication between team members.
  • Performed monthly inventories of food items stored in refrigerators or freezers.
  • Trained employees on cooking techniques, safety standards and performance strategies.

Kitchen Manager

MESD Outdoor School
Corbett, Oregon
10.2018 - 03.2020
  • Developed and implemented kitchen policies, procedures and quality standards.
  • Conducted regular staff meetings to discuss menu changes, safety protocols and performance reviews.
  • Trained new kitchen staff on proper food handling techniques and safety regulations.
  • Ordered ingredients and supplies to maintain adequate inventory levels for the kitchen.
  • Maintained accurate records of food costs, labor costs, waste management and other related expenses.
  • Monitored sanitation practices to ensure that all employees adhere to health department regulations.
  • Created weekly schedules for kitchen staff members based on anticipated business volume.
  • Oversaw daily operations of the kitchen including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes and plate presentation.
  • Assisted in developing menus according to seasonal availability of ingredients as well as customer preferences.
  • Promoted an atmosphere of teamwork among kitchen staff members by fostering open communication between team members.

Powell Valley Preschool Teacher

Powell Valley covenant church
09.2014 - 06.2015
  • Lesson Planning and implementing basics of learning
  • Plan field-trips, holiday parties, etc
  • Copy, print and create worksheets for preschool children, set up academic learning groups, track children’s attendance, track hours worked, implement testing for tracking child’s progress from beginning of school year to the end of school year
  • Meet with parents monthly and relay any concerns and update family with progress of child’s progress academically and socially.

Receptionist/Secretary

Powell Valley Covenant Church
Gresham, OR
05.2008 - 12.2011
  • Answered incoming calls, messages and emails; created weekly bulletins, monthly calendars, and yearly directories of congregants; tracked weekly attendance of church goers.
  • Greeted visitors and provided them with assistance.
  • Maintained a neat reception area by organizing materials and tidying up furniture.
  • Performed data entry tasks into various computer systems accurately and promptly.

Production Inventory Control

Boyd Coffee Company
Portland, OR
02.1998 - 11.2000
  • Maintained accurate inventory records and performed regular counts to ensure accuracy.
  • Monitored the accuracy of inventory records and resolved discrepancies.
  • Analyzed current inventory levels and forecasted future needs.
  • Created reports on cycle counts, stock adjustments, variances, and other related activities.
  • Investigated problems regarding lost or damaged items during shipment or storage process.
  • Monitored inventory storage and enforced proper handling and organization.
  • Conducted monthly, quarterly and yearly inventories of warehouse stock.

Production Inventory Control

Allied Systems
Sherwood, OR
05.1993 - 02.1998
  • Created and managed work orders on computer for machine assembly.
  • Analyzed current inventory levels and forecasted future needs.
  • Monitored the accuracy of inventory records and resolved discrepancies.
  • Assisted in creating a computerized system to track inventory.
  • Created reports on cycle counts, stock adjustments, variances, and other related activities.
  • Collaborated with purchasing department to ensure timely delivery of necessary items.
  • Developed and implemented production inventory control policies and procedures.
  • Distributed mail as needed. Answered incoming calls when needed.
  • Copied and distributed blueprints for the purpose of manufacturing logging machines.
  • Ensured smooth processing of urgent orders by acting as the point person for workers in manufacturing.

Education

High School Diploma -

Reynolds High School
06-1991

Skills

  • Inventory Management
  • Supply Ordering
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Team Collaboration and Leadership
  • Customer Service
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Attention to Detail
  • Food and Beverage Management
  • Staff Training and Development
  • Problem-Solving
  • Menu development
  • Kitchen Management
  • Food Safety
  • Purchasing
  • Scheduling
  • Menu preparation
  • Staff Management
  • Office Administration
  • Letter writing
  • Database Management
  • Payroll Administration
  • Calendar Management
  • Meeting Coordination
  • Accounts Payable
  • Document Preparation
  • File systems management
  • Quickbooks
  • Spreadsheet Management

Additional Information

10 key by touch, Word and Excel usage, Create spreadsheets for companies, Multi-phone line and intercom usage through phone, Copy Machine usage, Printing and computer usage, excel and word usage and created different spreadsheets (invoices, worksheets, inventory tracking, bids), Editing of Freedom Now manuals (used for Drug & Alcohol Addictions) and editing of Caterpillars to Butterfly manuals (also used for addictions).

Volunteer Experience

  • Sweetbriar Elementary School, helping with Math and Reading groups, various events, 2009-2013
  • Walt Morey Middle School, helping at the Book Fairs using cash register and helping students pick books out, 2012-2013
  • Powell Valley Covenant Church, Organizing many Prayer Events, Thursday Night Prayer Group, Sparks Leader at AWANA, Youth Group volunteer, Volunteer with the OCC in collecting Operation Christmas Child gift boxes, 2005, PRESENT
  • Operation Christmas Child Relay Center Coordinator, Set up and help collect shoe boxes at our Relay Center, inspect boxes for appropriate toys/educational materials/clothing/sanitary materials/Package boxes for shipping and log on appropriate log sheets, 2013, PRESENT
  • National Day of Prayer Event Coordinator, Organize, coordinate and oversee day of Prayer event at Powell Valley Church, 2010, PRESENT
  • Financial Secretary for Powell Valley Covenant Church, count and deposit weekly giving from Congregation and report monthly to the Ministry Leadership Team, which I am also a part of, 2009, 2011, 2015-2023

References

  • Dan Locke, 847-612-5091
  • Lori Virnig, 503-826-0085
  • Deby Ellis, 541-295-5866

Affiliations

  • I enjoy photography, hiking, reading and travel.
  • I also am a part-time Youth Leader

Accomplishments

  • Became Kitchen Manager in 7 months
  • High School Yearbook Editor - 2years - both yearbooks came in top 3 best on the West Coast.
  • Youth Leader

Certification

  • ServSafe Certified
  • Oregon Food Handlers Card

Timeline

Kitchen Manager

Chartwells K12
07.2023 - Current

Assistant Kitchen Manager

Sodexo Food Service
03.2022 - 07.2023

Kitchen Manager

MESD Outdoor School
10.2018 - 03.2020

Powell Valley Preschool Teacher

Powell Valley covenant church
09.2014 - 06.2015

Receptionist/Secretary

Powell Valley Covenant Church
05.2008 - 12.2011

Production Inventory Control

Boyd Coffee Company
02.1998 - 11.2000

Production Inventory Control

Allied Systems
05.1993 - 02.1998

High School Diploma -

Reynolds High School

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