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Mark Mueller
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Mark Mueller

Youngstown,OH

Summary

Through team leadership, communication, a strong work ethic I'm a self driven cook manager specializing in kitchen cost management and team leadership. Guided junior cooks to ensure high-quality food preparation while upholding safety standards and operational efficiency. Proven ability to optimize kitchen operations and enhance team performance, while maintaining safety standards and operational efficiency.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Cook

Bob Evans Restaurant
Boardman, Ohio
08.2025 - Current
  • Developed and executed menu items that met recipes and restaurant standards, enhancing overall dining experience.
  • Cooked food on grills, fryers, and broilers to ensure high quality.
  • Adhered to food safety guidelines, ensuring safe handling and storage of ingredients to maintain quality.
  • Guided junior cooks in food preparation methods and techniques, fostering skill development and consistency.

Cook Manager

O'Charley's Restaurant & Bar
Boardman, Ohio
01.2018 - 03.2025

Reviewing, interviewing, scheduling and hiring applicants. Making recommendations to hire back of house staff.

  • Assigning back of house tasks before, during and after open hours of restaurant.
  • Manage and track food cost, waste and control kitchen labor costs.
  • Understanding and communicating the proper way to safely handle and store food according to restaurant procedures. Conducting one on one coaching for accuracy and development for all back of house employees.
  • Conducted performance evaluations and enforced compliance with all employment policies and procedures.
  • Understanding and communicating the proper way to safely handle and store food according to restaurant procedures. Conducting one on one coaching for accuracy,development for all back of house employees.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently and ensured the cleanliness and safety of guests at all times.
  • Directly monitor productivity to ensure accurate and effective ticket times.

Assistant Manager

Monro Muffler
Alliance, Ohio
01.2007 - 12.2017
  • Assisted in managing daily operations of automotive service center.
  • Supervised daily operations including scheduling shifts, assigning duties.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of company products and services.
  • Collaborated with management on developing strategic plans for achieving business goals.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews for employees to identify areas of improvement.
  • Maintained accurate records of sales transactions using point-of-sale systems.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
  • Planned and led team meetings to review business results and communicate new and ongoing priorities.
  • Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.

Education

High School Diploma -

FANNIN COUNTY HIGH
Blue Ridge, GA
05-1992

Skills

  • Food safety compliance
  • Kitchen cost management
  • Staff training
  • Restaurant operations
  • Team leadership
  • Time management
  • Customer service
  • Inventory control
  • Attention to detail
  • Conflict resolution

Timeline

Cook

Bob Evans Restaurant
08.2025 - Current

Cook Manager

O'Charley's Restaurant & Bar
01.2018 - 03.2025

Assistant Manager

Monro Muffler
01.2007 - 12.2017

High School Diploma -

FANNIN COUNTY HIGH
Mark Mueller