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Morgan Alexander

Anchorage,AK

Summary

Energetic kitchen professional with excellent leadership and organizational skills. Focused on increasing team productivity while meeting exacting standards for presentation and taste. Accomplished multitasker with disciplined approach. Successful at keeping kitchen operations moving quickly and accurately to produce high-quality, attractive dishes that meet guest and business demands. Knowledgeable about labor and inventory controls, recipe development and menu planning. [Title] certified.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Kitchen Supervisor

CITC
04.2022 - 02.2024
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
  • Trained new team members on kitchen procedures, safety protocols, and company standards.
  • Controlled food costs and managed inventory.
  • Maintained high sanitation standards through routine cleaning protocols and adherence to health regulations.
  • Monitored food preparation, production, and plating for quality control.
  • Promoted a positive work environment by fostering open communication and resolving conflicts in a timely manner.
  • Reduced food waste through effective inventory management and menu planning.
  • Reviewed employee performance regularly, providing constructive feedback for improvement opportunities.
  • Disciplined and motivated staff to achieve challenging objectives in fast-paced culinary environments.
  • Conducted regular equipment maintenance checks for safe operation and reduced downtime due to malfunctions.
  • Assisted in menu development, considering seasonal ingredients, customer preferences, and profitability goals.
  • Upheld strict adherence to allergen safety procedures, ensuring cross-contamination prevention measures were followed diligently during preparation processes.

Line Cook Supervisor

Simon And Seaforts
02.2014 - 03.2022
  • Coordinated seamless shift transitions by maintaining thorough handover notes and clear communication channels among team members.
  • Streamlined communication between front-of-house and back-of-house staff, reducing order errors and enhancing guest satisfaction.
  • Overhauled kitchen organization system, increasing workspace functionality and expediting meal preparation times.
  • Mentored junior cooks for improved cooking techniques, resulting in higher quality dishes and increased customer satisfaction.
  • Oversaw timely completion of daily prep lists, ensuring essential mise en place was readily available for efficient service execution.
  • Assured food safety compliance by enforcing proper sanitation protocols and adherence to industry regulations.
  • Addressed customer complaints promptly, demonstrating commitment to exceptional service and fostering repeat business.
  • Monitored food quality at all stages of production, ensuring consistently high standards were met across all dishes served.
  • Reduced food waste by implementing portion control measures and closely monitoring inventory levels.

Education

Serv-Safe Certification - Culinary Arts

Alaska Job Corps
Palmer, AK
04.2009

High School Diploma -

Dimond High School
Anchorage, AK
06.2007

Skills

  • Inventory Control
  • Operations Management
  • Food presentation
  • Staff Training
  • Sanitation Standards
  • Kitchen Organization
  • Cost Control
  • Health Code Compliance
  • Allergy awareness
  • Opening and closing procedures
  • Order Accuracy
  • Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
  • Nutrition knowledge
  • Kitchen staff coordination
  • Food safety understanding
  • Food Preparation
  • Waste Reduction
  • Staff Management
  • Food plating and presentation

Timeline

Kitchen Supervisor

CITC
04.2022 - 02.2024

Line Cook Supervisor

Simon And Seaforts
02.2014 - 03.2022

Serv-Safe Certification - Culinary Arts

Alaska Job Corps

High School Diploma -

Dimond High School

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