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Lindsey McGuckin

Spring

Summary

Dynamic Assistant Manager, Head Chef, and Hospitality Professional with a strong background in culinary operations, logistics, customer service, and team leadership. Proven ability to manage high-pressure environments, coordinate group activities, streamline operations, and ensure a top-tier guest experience. Committed to food safety and waste reduction, I strive to foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.


Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Manager/Head Chef

Bluestone Lane
05.2024 - Current
  • Promoted to Kitchen Manager within 3 months due to performance in managing operations and team dynamics during high-pressure shifts.
  • Coordinated day-to-day back-of-house logistics including inventory tracking, vendor management, ordering supplies, and anticipating shortages.
  • Trained all new kitchen staff—many of whom spoke limited English—by creating a hands-on and visual training process, enhancing team communication and cohesion.
  • Managed daily and weekly scheduling while maintaining labor cost efficiency and compliance with break regulations.
  • Reduced food costs by over 10% in under 6 months through strategic vendor selection and portion control systems.
  • Played a leadership role in special event execution, working closely with the front-of-house to ensure smooth coordination and guest satisfaction.

Server/Prep Cook/Baker

Hopdoddy Burger Bar
08.2022 - 07.2023
  • Took initiative to improve food prep procedures and proposed sanitation protocols adopted restaurant-wide.
  • As a Baker/Prep Cook, ensured ingredient accuracy, consistency, and high-speed production during peak hours.
  • Assisted in hosting and organizing community nights and promotional events, helping coordinate food service, guest flow, and entertainment logistics.
  • Maintained a clean and inviting guest-facing space while managing multiple roles under time-sensitive conditions.

Hostess/Server

OOKA Japanese Restaurant
07.2021 - 06.2022
  • Delivered fine-dining service to both reservations and walk-ins, balancing multiple tables and customizing guest experiences.
  • Provided support to chefs and hibachi cooks during busy nights, gaining hands-on culinary training while reinforcing cross-functional teamwork.
  • Acted as an unofficial floor lead on weekends by solving guest issues, supporting new staff, and keeping service smooth while management was busy.
  • Escorted large parties and special occasion groups to their tables and coordinated with kitchen for special menus and allergy accommodations.
  • Assisted in the planning of small-scale restaurant events and celebrations, ensuring seamless execution and quality service.

Server/To-go Specialist/Head Hostess

Texas Roadhouse
10.2020 - 02.2022
  • Promoted to Lead Host due to reliability and ability to manage crowd flow during peak hours.
  • Trained and supervised new hosts, created daily floor plans, and managed guest seating logistics for large parties and events.
  • Played a key role in customer conflict resolution and hospitality-focused problem solving.
  • Assisted with offsite event planning and coordination, including staffing, setup, and vendor check-ins.

Education

Personal Enrichment Coursework - General Studies

Lone Star College
Houston, TX

North Penn High School
Lansdale, PA

Skills

  • Inventory Management
  • Barrier-Aware Communication
  • Customer Experience Optimization
  • Cost Control & Labor Efficiency
  • Sanitation & Workplace Safety
  • Team Building & Development
  • Problem Solving Under Pressure
  • Staff Supervision
  • Culinary Operations & Food Safety
  • Multitasking & Organization

Certification

Food Handlers Certification

Timeline

Assistant Manager/Head Chef

Bluestone Lane
05.2024 - Current

Server/Prep Cook/Baker

Hopdoddy Burger Bar
08.2022 - 07.2023

Hostess/Server

OOKA Japanese Restaurant
07.2021 - 06.2022

Server/To-go Specialist/Head Hostess

Texas Roadhouse
10.2020 - 02.2022

Personal Enrichment Coursework - General Studies

Lone Star College

North Penn High School

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