Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Gem City Pizza and Mexican, excelling in training and team leadership. Proven ability to enhance kitchen efficiency and reduce waste through effective inventory management. Strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to quality control ensure high standards in food preparation and service.
Work History
Line Cook Trainer
10 Years 5 Months
Gem City Pizza and Mexican | 05.2016 - Current
Trained new line cooks on food preparation techniques and kitchen safety protocols.
Oversaw daily operations to ensure quality and consistency of menu items.
Implemented inventory management practices to reduce food waste and optimize supply usage.
Developed training materials to enhance onboarding processes for new hires.
Collaborated with management to refine workflow efficiencies in the kitchen environment.
Kitchen Shift Leader
10 Years 5 Months
Gem City Pizza and Mexican | 05.2016 - Current
Trained new team members on menu items, cooking techniques, and equipment usage.
Coordinated shift schedules and managed staff assignments for optimal efficiency.
Monitored inventory levels and placed orders to maintain stock of ingredients.
CNC Machine Operator
9 Months
Ortmans Power Fluid | 02.2021 - 11.2021
Operated CNC machines to produce high-precision components, ensuring adherence to specifications.
Monitored machine performance, identifying and resolving issues to maintain production efficiency.
Collaborated with engineering team to implement design changes, improving product quality.