Mark Doward Jr.
North Adams,Massachusetts
Summary
Dynamic Kitchen Manager with extensive experience at Grazie Ristorante Italiano, excelling in inventory management and team leadership. Proven ability to enhance efficiency and maintain high food safety standards. Skilled in food preparation and fostering collaboration among staff, ensuring a positive and productive kitchen environment. Reliable and dedicated to quality service.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Grazie Ristorante Italiano
03.2017 - 07.2025
- Assisted in daily kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
- Supported inventory management by tracking stock levels and ordering supplies as needed.
- Learned food preparation techniques and adhered to recipes for consistent quality.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen equipment and workspaces to promote efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow during peak service times.
- Observed cooking methods, gaining experience in various culinary techniques and presentations.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
Line Cook
Ramuntos Brick Oven Pizza
02.2018 - 08.2018
- Assisted in daily kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
- Supported inventory management by tracking stock levels and ordering supplies as needed.
- Learned food preparation techniques and adhered to recipes for consistent quality.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen equipment and workspaces to promote efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow during peak service times.
- Observed cooking methods, gaining experience in various culinary techniques and presentations.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
Line Cook Supervisor
The Log Hops N Vines
03.2015 - 07.2017
- Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring timely meal preparation and adherence to quality standards.
- Trained new cooks on safety protocols and kitchen equipment usage.
- Coordinated daily inventory checks, minimizing waste and optimizing ingredient usage.
- Implemented streamlined food prep processes, enhancing efficiency during peak hours.
Education
Associate Of Arts - Culinary Arts
Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts
High School Degree/Culinary Certification
Culinary Artrs
Skills
- Multitasking and organization
- Customer service
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Food preparation
- Safe food handling
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Ordering supplies
- Team collaboration and leadership
- Recipes and menu planning
- Supply ordering
- Employee scheduling
- High volume dining
- Food plating and presentation
- Catering coordination
- Reliable and responsible
Timeline
Line Cook - Ramuntos Brick Oven Pizza
02.2018 - 08.2018
Kitchen Manager - Grazie Ristorante Italiano
03.2017 - 07.2025
Line Cook Supervisor - The Log Hops N Vines
03.2015 - 07.2017
Holyoke Community College - Associate Of Arts, Culinary Arts
Job Corps - Culinary Arts, Culinary Arts
Eli Whitney Tech High - , Culinary Artrs
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