Mark McBride
Carneys Point,USA
Summary
Organized, independent worker with strong time management skills. Detail-oriented and able to learn new tasks quickly and effectively.
Overview
5
5
years of post-secondary education
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
Rivalry on State Food Truck/Café
Media, Pennsylvania
05.2023 - 07.2026
- Managed kitchen operations and ensured food quality standards were met.
- Developed menu, led staff, coordinated inventory and ordering, established SOPs, and maintained cleanliness standards.
- Developed new menu items in collaboration with the head chef.
- Trained and mentored junior kitchen staff on culinary techniques.
Food Service Consultant
Krispy Krunchy Foods LLC
Alexandria, LA
05.2017 - 04.2023
- Trained staff on comprehensive processes for ordering, receiving, storage, preparation, cooking, merchandising, packaging, and selling to ensure operational standards.
- Ensured compliance by following up with stores on issues and providing guidance to resolve challenges.
- Participated in food shows to enhance brand visibility and collect market insights.
- Supported food shows to enhance brand visibility and gather customer feedback. to promote brand awareness and gather market insights. on an as need basis.
Food and Beverage Manager
Wawa
Wawa, PA
01.2011 - 04.2017
- Managed store operations, including cash handling, ordering, audits, training, cleanliness, and customer interaction, to maintain service quality.
- Led daily operations of food and beverage services at convenience store locations, ensuring optimal service delivery.
- Developed and implemented training programs for team members on service standards.
- Streamlined inventory management for food and beverage products, ensuring consistent availability for customers.
Store Manager
Slacks Hoagie Shack
Wilmington, DE
06.2007 - 12.2010
Owner/Operator
Goodfellas Pizzeria
Marcus Hook, PA
05.2005 - 05.2007
- Scheduled and directed staff in daily work assignments to enhance operational efficiency.
- Continually monitored the restaurant and took appropriate action to ensure food quality and service standards were consistently met.
- Leveraged interpersonal skills to foster positive relationships with guests and employees.
- Managed accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll.
Kitchen Manager
Blarney Stone
West Chester, PA
04.2004 - 05.2005
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Flanigans Boat House
Malvern, PA
04.2003 - 04.2004
Kitchen Manager
Duffers
Glen Mills, PA
06.1999 - 03.2003
Executive Chef
Pace One Restaurant
Thornton, PA
01.1992 - 06.1999
- Monitored the quantity and quality of received products to ensure standards.
- Trained staff of seven employees for correct facility procedures, safety codes, proper recipes and plating techniques.
- Ensured minimal product shrink and coordinated secondary usage of product.
- Ensured minimal product shrink and coordinated secondary usage of products.
- Trained cooks and staff in food preparation, cooking techniques, garnishing, and presentation to uphold culinary excellence.
Education
Associates Degree - General Studies: Criminal Justice
Delaware County Community College
Media, PA 09.1992 - 05.1997
Act 120 -
Delaware County Municipal Police Academy
Skills
- Menu development
- Food safety management
- Kitchen operations
- Inventory management
- Team leadership
- Accountability
- Thrives under pressure
- Interpersonal skills
Timeline
Sous Chef
Rivalry on State Food Truck/Café
05.2023 - 07.2026
Food Service Consultant
Krispy Krunchy Foods LLC
05.2017 - 04.2023
Food and Beverage Manager
Wawa
01.2011 - 04.2017
Store Manager
Slacks Hoagie Shack
06.2007 - 12.2010
Owner/Operator
Goodfellas Pizzeria
05.2005 - 05.2007
Kitchen Manager
Blarney Stone
04.2004 - 05.2005
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Flanigans Boat House
04.2003 - 04.2004
Kitchen Manager
Duffers
06.1999 - 03.2003
Associates Degree - General Studies: Criminal Justice
Delaware County Community College
09.1992 - 05.1997
Executive Chef
Pace One Restaurant
01.1992 - 06.1999
Act 120 -
Delaware County Municipal Police Academy