Michael Spaulding
Casselberry,FL
Summary
Dynamic Senior Executive Chef with extensive experience in hospitality, excelling in kitchen operations management and staff development. Proven track record in menu innovation and cost control, enhancing guest satisfaction and operational efficiency. Adept at P&L management and fostering effective communication, driving teams to achieve exceptional results in high-volume environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Executive Chef
CMX Cinemas
Orlando, FL
01.2018 - 04.2025
- Managed F&B operations across 10 Florida locations, enhancing overall performance.
- Hired and trained Kitchen Managers and Executive Chefs to improve regional execution.
- Assisted in menu development and implementation, boosting customer engagement.
- Conducted audits to verify food quality and compliance with safety standards.
- Led weekly calls with Chefs and Kitchen Managers to align objectives.
- Reviewed daily and monthly P&L statements to optimize labor costs and achieve revenue goals.
- Evaluated kitchen equipment regularly, ensuring safe and efficient operations.
- Maintained proper spending and costing through bi-weekly inventory reviews.
Acting General Manager
CMX Cinemas
Orlando, FL
03.2022 - 04.2025
- Managed recruitment, hiring, and training of kitchen team members.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure guest satisfaction for up to 1,000 guests.
- Submitted daily, weekly, and monthly reports punctually.
- Reviewed daily and monthly P&L statements to identify improvement areas.
- Strengthened team communication through regular interactions and shift meetings.
- Conducted bi-weekly inventory assessments for accurate stock management.
- Maintained cost efficiency through order control and cost comparisons.
- Culled product costs and prepared bulk recipes monthly.
Kitchen Manager
Cobb Theatres
Orlando, FL
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Created weekly specials to enhance customer satisfaction and diversify menu offerings.
- Conducted bi-weekly inventory assessments to ensure accurate stock levels.
- Interviewed, hired, and trained all new kitchen team members for optimal performance.
- Managed order control and cost comparisons to maintain appropriate expense levels.
- Costed all products, bulk prep recipes, and line recipes on a monthly basis.
Sous Chef
Hilton Hotel
Altamonte Springs, FL
12.2007 - 01.2016
- Planned and prepared banquet events for up to 500 guests.
- Led team members at action stations during banquets.
- Supervised dinner service line to uphold food quality and safety standards.
- Trained new and existing team members on menu updates and specials.
- Managed kitchen and food & beverage teams in absence of senior management.
- Conducted property walkthroughs to ensure safety, security, and quality for guests.
- Streamlined kitchen operations by implementing standardized preparation procedures.
Lead Line Cook / Buffet Cook
Swan & Dolphin Hotel
Disney World
01.2006 - 12.2007
- Directed dinner service line, ensuring food quality and compliance with safety standards.
- Prepared all stations and coordinated readiness of line cooks for service.
- Oversaw breakfast and dinner buffet service to maintain high customer satisfaction.
- Guided team members on action stations and managed food runners during service.
- Executed preparations for next day's service to optimize efficiency.
Skills
- Kitchen operations management
- Staff training and development
- Menu planning and design
- Inventory control
- Food costing and budgeting
- Food safety compliance
- Team leadership
- Quality assurance
- Budget oversight
- ServeSafe certification
- Micros proficiency
- Standard operating procedures (SOP)
- Scheduling efficiency
- Microsoft Office suite
- Organizational skills
- Decision-making strategies
- Multitasking capabilities
- P&L management
- Cost control
- Effective communication
- Performance evaluation
- Schedule management
- Corporate communications
- Project management
References
- Grant Cosentino, General Manager / Human Resources Manager, CMX Cinemas, (561) 262-7557, Cosentino.grant3@gmail.com
- Isai Olivera, Regional Operations Director, CMX Cinemas, (786) 472-0615, Isai.Olivera@cmxcinemas.com
- Daniel Bonilla, Executive Chef, Hilton Hotel, (407) 405-2453, Bonilla016@gmail.com
Certification
- ServeSafe Manager Certification
Timeline
Acting General Manager
CMX Cinemas
03.2022 - 04.2025
Senior Executive Chef
CMX Cinemas
01.2018 - 04.2025
Kitchen Manager
Cobb Theatres
01.2016 - 01.2018
Sous Chef
Hilton Hotel
12.2007 - 01.2016
Lead Line Cook / Buffet Cook
Swan & Dolphin Hotel
01.2006 - 12.2007