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Michael Russell

Charleston ,SC

Summary

Accomplished Sous Chef at Stereo 8, adept in kitchen leadership and food safety, significantly reduced waste, boosting cost efficiency. Excelled in staff training and customer service, fostering a team that excelled under pressure and maintained high satisfaction levels. Expert in inventory management and vendor relations, ensuring quality and compliance. Serviced-focused General Manager dedicated to delivering positive customer experiences to promote loyalty and repeat business. Orchestrates optimal resource utilization to handle expected operational needs. Sales leader with sound judgment, good planning abilities and interpersonal communication strengths. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

General Manager

New York Butcher Shoppe
02.2022 - 07.2024
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
  • Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
  • Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
  • Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.

Meat Cutter

Harris Teeter
09.2021 - 02.2022
  • Cut meats to customer specifications and answered questions about specialty products.
  • Followed all food safety regulations to maintain a safe work environment for both employees and customers.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace for maximum productivity and safety.
  • Cut, trimmed and ground meats such as beef, pork, and poultry to prepare for packaging and sale.
  • Adhere to safety and cleanliness standards and maintained equipment.
  • Exhibited excellent communication skills when addressing customer inquiries or concerns promptly, resulting in repeat business.
  • Trained new employees on proper techniques, company policies, equipment usage, ensuring consistent product quality across the team.

Meat Cutter

Whole Foods
09.2021 - 02.2022
  • Cut meats to customer specifications and answered questions about specialty products.
  • Followed all food safety regulations to maintain a safe work environment for both employees and customers.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace for maximum productivity and safety.
  • Cut, trimmed and ground meats such as beef, pork, and poultry to prepare for packaging and sale.
  • Adhere to safety and cleanliness standards and maintained equipment.
  • Exhibited excellent communication skills when addressing customer inquiries or concerns promptly, resulting in repeat business.
  • Trained new employees on proper techniques, company policies, equipment usage, ensuring consistent product quality across the team.

Sous Chef

Stereo 8
  • Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
  • Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
  • Played a key role in achieving positive health inspection results by maintaining strict compliance with all relevant guidelines and regulations throughout daily operations.
  • Mentored junior kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative work environment that improved overall team performance.
  • Increased kitchen productivity by optimizing workflow processes and delegating tasks appropriately within the team.
  • Cut meats to customer specifications and answered questions about specialty products.
  • Followed all food safety regulations to maintain a safe work environment for both employees and customers.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace for maximum productivity and safety.
  • Adhere to safety and cleanliness standards and maintained equipment.
  • Assisted customers with selecting the best cuts of meat for their desired recipes, resulting in satisfied clients.
  • Enhanced meat product quality by implementing proper cutting techniques and adhering to sanitation standards.
  • Exhibited excellent communication skills when addressing customer inquiries or concerns promptly, resulting in repeat business.
  • Trained new employees on proper techniques, company policies, equipment usage, ensuring consistent product quality across the team.

Education

GED -

West Ashley High School
Charleston, SC
06.2010

Skills

  • Team Leadership
  • Kitchen leadership
  • Food Safety
  • Inventory Management
  • Menu Planning
  • Customer Service
  • Kitchen Organization
  • Safety Management
  • Staff Training
  • Vendor Relationship Management

Certification

ServSafe

Timeline

General Manager

New York Butcher Shoppe
02.2022 - 07.2024

Meat Cutter

Harris Teeter
09.2021 - 02.2022

Meat Cutter

Whole Foods
09.2021 - 02.2022

Sous Chef

Stereo 8

GED -

West Ashley High School

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