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Patrick Wallace

Birmingham

Summary

Accomplished Kitchen Manager with a solid background at Fish and Wings, recognized for excellence in staff training and quality assurance. Proficient in food safety protocols and waste management, resulting in optimized kitchen workflows and superior meal presentation. Focused on driving team leadership and operational performance in dynamic environments.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Kitchen Manager

Fish and Wings
Bessemer
02.2023 - Current
  • 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.
  • Reviewed vendor invoices for accuracy before authorizing payment transactions.
  • Assisted in developing menus according to seasonal availability of ingredients as well as customer preferences.
  • Developed and implemented kitchen policies, procedures and quality standards.
  • Inspected equipment regularly to identify necessary repairs or replacements.
  • Oversaw daily operations of the kitchen including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes and plate presentation.

Kitchen Manager

Fish Market
Birmingham
02.1999 - 10.2019
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Oversaw food preparation, production and presentation according to quality standards.

Education

High School Diploma -

Jones Valley
Birmingham, AL
05-1986

Lawson State Community College
Birmingham, AL

Skills

  • Food safety
  • Employee training
  • Quality assurance
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Team leadership
  • Waste reduction
  • Kitchen management
  • Leadership development
  • Multitasking and organization

Timeline

Kitchen Manager

Fish and Wings
02.2023 - Current

Kitchen Manager

Fish Market
02.1999 - 10.2019

High School Diploma -

Jones Valley

Lawson State Community College