Michael Ischay
Canton,OH
Summary
Dynamic Kitchen Manager with a proven track record at Washington Street Diner, excelling in food safety and inventory management. Enhanced kitchen efficiency through streamlined processes and effective team mentoring, fostering a collaborative environment. Committed to high-quality food preparation and maintaining a safe workspace, ensuring optimal operational performance.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Washington Street Diner
Chagrin Falls, OH
11.2023 - 03.2025
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and optimizing staff scheduling.
Fabrication Welder
DMI Industries
Newbury Ohio
01.2021 - 10.2023
- Measured and cut metal pieces to correct length and angle to attain proper fit and alignment of pieces.
- Maintained high-quality workmanship through consistent attention to detail and adherence to specifications.
- Maintained clean and organized work area to prevent workplace accidents.
- Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
- Finished welding and fabrication projects using grinders.
- Used cutting torches to shape and cut metal for fabrication projects.
Mold Injector Operator
PolySystems
Springfield, Mo
03.2015 - 02.2019
- Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
- Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless coordination of tasks and efficient completion of projects.
- Upheld quality standards through regular inspections of completed products, addressing any inconsistencies immediately.
Cell Mixer and Forklift Operator
Northstar Battery
Springfield, MO
08.2010 - 01.2014
- Kept a clean and organized workspace, minimizing potential hazards and promoting a safe working environment.
- Completed required paperwork accurately, ensuring proper documentation of work activities and batch information for future reference or audits.
- Ensured safety compliance, adhering to company guidelines and industry regulations during mixing operations.
- Maintained [Number]% mixing accuracy by closely weighing materials and ingredients.
- Maximized mixer utilization, scheduling production runs efficiently to minimize idle time between batches.
- Moved over [Number] pounds of materials between job sites daily.
Bartender and Boh Supervisor
Farley Brew House
Ruidoso Downs, NM
02.2002 - 02.2009
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Managed inventory to prevent shortages, conducting weekly stock checks and placing timely orders.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Missouri State University
Springfield, MO01-2008
Bachelor of Arts - Auto Cad
Sad Diego State University
San Diego, CA08-1995
Skills
- Multitasking and organization
- Customer service
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Food preparation
- Kitchen management
- Waste reduction
- Inventory control
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Washington Street Diner
11.2023 - 03.2025
Fabrication Welder
DMI Industries
01.2021 - 10.2023
Mold Injector Operator
PolySystems
03.2015 - 02.2019
Cell Mixer and Forklift Operator
Northstar Battery
08.2010 - 01.2014
Bartender and Boh Supervisor
Farley Brew House
02.2002 - 02.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Missouri State University
Bachelor of Arts - Auto Cad
Sad Diego State University