Mohammadajan Denarkhail
SAVANNAH,GEORGIA
Summary
Productive Kitchen Manager focused on high-quality, cost-effective ingredients and providing speedy, quality service. Customer-oriented leader with high level of stamina and excellent relationship-building capabilities. Versed in employee scheduling, inventory management and crew leadership. Expert professional with great technical and mechanical abilities. Resolves faults by troubleshooting, diagnosing, and fixing diverse problems. Adapts easily to challenges of each work assignment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Foxy Loxy Cafe
Savannah, GA
05.2023 - Current
- Performed weekly inventories of food items stored in refrigerators or freezers.
- Trained new kitchen staff on proper food handling techniques and safety regulations.
- Maintained accurate records of food costs, labor costs, waste management and other related expenses.
- Assisted in developing menus according to seasonal availability of ingredients as well as customer preferences.
- Ordered ingredients and supplies to maintain adequate inventory levels for the kitchen.
- Collaborated with chefs to create innovative recipes that utilized fresh ingredients from local suppliers.
- Oversaw daily operations of the kitchen including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes and plate presentation.
- Monitored sanitation practices to ensure that all employees adhere to health department regulations.
- Conducted regular staff meetings to discuss menu changes, safety protocols and performance reviews.
- Supervised food production processes ensuring high quality standards were met throughout each stage of preparation.
- Created weekly schedules for kitchen staff members based on anticipated business volume.
- Managed employee relations by providing guidance on job duties as well as disciplinary actions when needed.
- Inspected equipment regularly to identify necessary repairs or replacements.
- Provided feedback during tasting sessions to help refine existing dishes or develop new ones.
- Reviewed vendor invoices for accuracy before authorizing payment transactions.
- Motivated kitchen staff by establishing goals to increase productivity and quality.
- Received, organized and rotated paper goods and food ingredients.
- Developed and implemented strategies to enhance team performance, improve processes and boost results.
- Planned kitchen staff schedules to maximize coverage and encourage collaboration.
- Maximized team performance by training new employees on proper food handling and restaurant protocols.
- Interviewed, hired and supervised back of house staff to clean tables, remove dishes, take food to tables and assist servers and bartenders.
- Oversaw meal preparation and monitored food handling to encourage safety.
- Trained employees on cooking techniques, safety standards and performance strategies.
- Kept kitchen equipment properly functioning by following manufacturer's operating instructions and educating staff on proper use.
- Worked with vendors to establish strong relationships and maintain proper inventory supplies.
Technician
Liwal Limited
12.2019 - 10.2021
- Performed troubleshooting and repair of equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
- Maintained records of repairs, calibrations, and tests performed on equipment.
- Replaced defective components or parts as needed.
- Adjusted, connected, or disconnected wiring, piping and tubing to complete repairs and installations.
- Installed new appliances, wiring and machinery in homes with defective equipment.
- Estimated cost of labor and materials for projects and communicated value to clients.
- Kept records of parts and equipment used in projects to update inventory.
Electrician
Pashto TV
03.2015 - 12.2019
- Installed conduit for new wiring systems in commercial buildings.
- Performed electrical installations, maintenance and repairs of electrical systems, wiring, fixtures and components.
- Identified problems with electrical systems by observing operation, listening for problems and using test equipment such as multi-meters.
- Worked extensively on three-phase, 277/480 volt power distribution systems.
- Tested electrical systems and circuit continuity using ohmmeters, voltmeters, or oscilloscopes.
Technical IT Assistant
Afghanistan Human Right Organization
03.2015 - 12.2018
- Monitored system performance using various monitoring tools.
- Troubleshooted internet connectivity issues on both wired and wireless networks.
- Resolved printer, scanner, fax machine related problems.
- Provided technical support to staff and customers in person, over the phone, and via email.
- Set up video conferencing equipment for remote meetings when needed.
- Managed inventory of IT equipment including laptops, desktops, phones.
- Assisted with the installation of operating systems on computers throughout the organization.
- Installed new software applications and troubleshot existing software issues.
- Performed daily checks of server logs for errors or anomalies.
- Read technical manuals or attended conferences and seminars to maintain knowledge of hardware and software.
Skills
- Purchasing
- Product Rotation
- Food Safety
- Menu development
- Staff Supervisiont
- System Troubleshooting
- System Installation
- Equipment Maintenance
- Machinery calibration
- Safety Equipment
- Issue Resolution
- Written/Verbal Communication
- General Plumbing
- Electrical repair
- Installation and Repair
- Maintenance and repairs
- Operation Monitoring
- Scheduling
- Electrical Repairs
- Electrical Equipment Maintenance
Languages
English
Professional
Hindi
Limited
Persian
Limited
Urdu
Limited
Pashto
Native/ Bilingual
Dari
Full Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Foxy Loxy Cafe
05.2023 - Current
Technician
Liwal Limited
12.2019 - 10.2021
Electrician
Pashto TV
03.2015 - 12.2019
Technical IT Assistant
Afghanistan Human Right Organization
03.2015 - 12.2018