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Michael Castle

Columbus,OH

Summary

Experienced Manager with a demonstrated and acclaimed history of working in the food and beverage industry. Skilled in client relations, team management, and business management. Best known as an empathetic, but strong leader of teams, while keeping a firm hold on operations including inventory/ordering, fleet and drivers, and health and safety, among others. A Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Ohio University provides a guide in all aspects of employee relations.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Manager

Simply EZ Home Delivered Meals
06.2004 - Current
  • Staff Management: Interview/hire, train, and supervise kitchen and transportation staff of 20-25 people.
  • Ordering: Managed the ordering of food and kitchen supplies, optimizing costs and maintaining a budget.
  • Inventory Control: Supervise product arrival and storage.
  • Health and Safety Compliance: Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations. Conducted inspections, and maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment.
  • Quality Assurance: Oversee food preparation and packaging, ensuring orders dishes meet high standards of taste, quality, and consistency.
  • Operational Efficiency: Streamline processes, improve workflow, and implement best practices to enhance overall efficiency and productivity.

Line Cook

Cooker Bar and Grill
09.1999 - 04.2004
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.

Line Cook

First Watch
01.1998 - 09.1999

• Cooked food orders and maintained efficiency in all kitchen stations.
• Trained and backed up all crew members as needed
• Opened restaurant in mornings using keys given by Management.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Ohio University
Athens, OH
05.1997

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Team Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Budget and Time Management
  • Staff Training and Development
  • Quality Assurance
  • Inventory Control
  • Safety Compliance
  • Problem Solving
  • Goal Setting

Certification

ServSafe

FSPCA (Food Safety Preventative Controls Alliance)

Timeline

Manager

Simply EZ Home Delivered Meals
06.2004 - Current

Line Cook

Cooker Bar and Grill
09.1999 - 04.2004

Line Cook

First Watch
01.1998 - 09.1999

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Ohio University
Michael Castle