Nicholas Echevarria
Wyandotte,MI
Summary
Talented kitchen leader offer over 10 years of experience in preparing and serving diverse foods. Motivates employees to exceed customer expectations in high-volume settings while maintaining strong quality and cost controls. Service-oriented with good multitasking, safety management and decision-making skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
The Waterfront Wyandotte
Wyandotte, MI
06.2022 - Current
- Oversaw daily kitchen operations, ensuring optimal workflow and food quality standards.
- Trained and mentored kitchen staff on proper cooking techniques and safety protocols.
- Implemented inventory management system, reducing waste and managing costs effectively.
- Developed seasonal menus to enhance customer satisfaction and align with local sourcing initiatives.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service during peak hours.
- 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.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
Kitchen Supervisor
Portofino Restaurant And Banquet Facility
Wyandotte, MI
01.2016 - 06.2022
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure adherence to safety and sanitation standards.
- Coordinated food preparation and service for high-volume events, maintaining quality control.
- Controlled food costs and managed inventory.
- Managed inventory levels, reducing waste through effective stock rotation practices.
- Established strong vendor relationships for reliable ingredient sourcing and cost-effective purchasing.
- Developed work schedules to optimize staffing according to peak service times and event needs.
- Trained new team members on kitchen procedures, safety protocols, and company standards.
- Monitored food preparation, production, and plating for quality control.
- Assisted in menu development, considering seasonal ingredients, customer preferences, and profitability goals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Aspira Mirta Ramirez Computer Science High School
Chicago, IL06-2012
Skills
- Multitasking and organization
- Customer service
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Staff supervision
- Food preparation
- Staff training and development
- Inventory control
- Problem-solving
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Vendor relations
- Recipes and menu planning
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
The Waterfront Wyandotte
06.2022 - Current
Kitchen Supervisor
Portofino Restaurant And Banquet Facility
01.2016 - 06.2022
High School Diploma -
Aspira Mirta Ramirez Computer Science High School