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MAYRA MARAGH

Lawrenceville,GA

Summary

A successful Executive Kitchen Manager with a record of driving kitchen, productivity and sales in high volume with winning attitude and desire to deliver exceptional dining experience. Focused on setting high expectations and raising service standards with a strong morale on good staff, team work, efficiency, food quality, execution and presentation. Provent Back ground in customized menus, events planing and execution.

Speaks fluent Spanish and English

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Executive Kitchen Manager & NSO

Andretti Indoor Karting & Games
Marietta , GA
09.2017 - 11.2023
  • Monitored labor costs associated with kitchen operations and made adjustments as needed to maintain budget goals.
  • Planned special events in coordination with front-of-house staff while ensuring timely delivery of high-quality cuisine.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Organized weekly staff meetings to discuss menus, recipes, customer feedback, safety protocols and other topics related to kitchen operations.
  • Created standardized recipes for all dishes served at the restaurant including accurate ingredient lists and detailed preparation instructions.
  • Promoted safe working conditions by monitoring safety procedures and equipment.
  • Trained new kitchen personnel on proper food handling techniques, equipment operation, safety protocols and recipe execution.

Kitchen Manager

Hard Rock Cafe
Atlanta, GA.
11.2016 - 09.2017
  • Maintained budgeted food costs using tools within inventory management system.
  • Planned kitchen staff schedules to maximize coverage and encourage collaboration.
  • Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to enhance team performance, improve processes and boost results.
  • Worked with vendors to establish strong relationships and maintain proper inventory supplies.
  • Oversaw daily operations of the kitchen including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes and plate presentation.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.

Head Cook

Dave and Buster
Duluth, GA
04.2001 - 11.2016
  • Served as lead cook, guiding and assisting training of less experienced cooks.
  • Provided guidance and support to cooks during busy periods or when unexpected issues arise.
  • Trained and supervised line cooks to develop new skills and improve team performance.
  • Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.

Education

Master of Social Science -

National Autonomous University of Mexico
Mexico

Culinary Arts.

Gwinnett Technical College
Lawrenceville, GA

Skills

  • Safe Food Handling
  • Vendor Relations
  • Purchasing
  • Scheduling
  • Menu Development
  • Cost Control
  • Inventory Management
  • Staff Supervision
  • Staff Training and Development
  • Menu Preparation
  • Cleaning and Sanitation
  • High-Volume Dining
  • ServSafe Certification
  • Customer Service
  • Budget Management
  • Goal Setting
  • Policy and Procedure Enforcement
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Food and Beverage Management
  • Kitchen Management

Certification

ServeSafe

Allergies Certificate

Proficient in MS Windows,Word, Excel.

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Full Professional

Websites

Specialties

Special menu development,including gluten-free, vegan and food allergy safe menus.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Executive Kitchen Manager & NSO

Andretti Indoor Karting & Games
09.2017 - 11.2023

Kitchen Manager

Hard Rock Cafe
11.2016 - 09.2017

Head Cook

Dave and Buster
04.2001 - 11.2016

Master of Social Science -

National Autonomous University of Mexico

Culinary Arts.

Gwinnett Technical College

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