Michael Tyler Kennedy
Palestine,IL
Summary
Proven leader in high-pressure culinary environments, exemplified by a track record of enhancing customer satisfaction and streamlining operations at Casey's General Store. Skilled in health code adherence and inventory management, with a knack for fostering teamwork. Achieved a significant increase in efficiency and safety standards, leveraging both technical and interpersonal skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Casey's General Store
01.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
- Consistently met or exceeded local health department inspection requirements through diligent adherence to safety protocols and maintaining thorough documentation records.
Electronics Sales Associate
Walmart
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Offered each customer top-notch, personal service to boost sales and customer satisfaction.
- Coordinated restocking of sales floor with current merchandise and accurate signage for current promotions.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing knowledgeable assistance and personalized recommendations for electronics purchases.
- Conducted product demonstrations for customers, showcasing features and benefits while answering questions to facilitate informed purchasing decisions.
Butcher Assistant
Pioneer City Meat Market
08.2015 - 09.2023
- Ground, cut and arranged various meat products for sale.
- Packaged and weighed products for customers and supported individual product selection process.
- Greeted and interacted with diverse customer base, serving needs on individual basis.
- Followed strict food safety protocol as outlined by Illinois food handling guidelines.
- Confirmed and coordinated orders with suppliers and arranged delivery details.
Line Cook
Chili's Bar & Grill Restaurant
01.2014 - 02.2015
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- 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.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals.
Chef
Fat Willy's Family Sports Grill
08.2012 - 01.2014
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
Line Cook
Cracker Barrell Old Country Store
06.2011 - 05.2013
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices to enhance productivity.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
Education
No Degree - Computer Science And Programming
Rend Lake College
Ina, IL2009
High School Diploma -
Jim Ned High School
Tuscola, TX05.2005
Skills
- Health Code Requirements
- Efficient Precision
- Staff Training and Development
- Customer Engagement
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Order Accuracy
- Policy and Procedure Enforcement
- Safety and Sanitation Standards
- Computer Application Knowledge
- Multitasking and Organization
- Customer Service
- Inventory Management
Certification
- ServSafe Food Handler
- BASSET Server
Hobbies
Computer builds and software programming
Guitar and guitar repair
Land-based shark fishing with a volunteer NOAA cooperative shark-tagging program team.
Affiliations
Sons of AMVETS
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Casey's General Store
01.2024 - Current
Electronics Sales Associate
Walmart
10.2023 - 01.2024
Butcher Assistant
Pioneer City Meat Market
08.2015 - 09.2023
Line Cook
Chili's Bar & Grill Restaurant
01.2014 - 02.2015
Chef
Fat Willy's Family Sports Grill
08.2012 - 01.2014
Line Cook
Cracker Barrell Old Country Store
06.2011 - 05.2013
No Degree - Computer Science And Programming
Rend Lake College
High School Diploma -
Jim Ned High School
- ServSafe Food Handler
- BASSET Server
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