Pedro Morales
west covina,CA
Summary
Seasoned Kitchen Manager with a proven track record at Urth Caffé, enhancing team performance and kitchen efficiency through expert training in food handling and safety protocols. Skilled in menu development and kitchen staff coordination, I excel in optimizing operations and elevating culinary standards. My leadership fosters a collaborative environment, driving significant improvements in service quality and compliance.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Urth Caffé
Orange COUNTY, CA
08.2024 - Current
- Trained employees on cooking techniques, safety standards and performance strategies.
- Maximized team performance by training new employees on proper food handling and restaurant protocols.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Evaluated employee performance through observation of work habits, attitude toward customers and adherence to company policies.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable local, state and federal laws governing food service operations.
- Assisted restaurant owners with pricing by providing ingredient costs and portioning information.
- Planned kitchen staff schedules to maximize coverage and encourage collaboration.
- Utilized various preparation and cooking methods to create menu items in accordance with recipes.
- Trained new employees on kitchen procedures and policies.
- Inspected restrooms and dining and serving areas to foster cleanliness and proper setup.
- Conducted system analysis and testing to identify and resolve technical issues or inefficiencies.
Kitchen Manager
IHOP
Brea, CA
04.2014 - 08.2024
- Maximized team performance by training new employees on proper food handling and restaurant protocols.
- Trained employees on cooking techniques, safety standards and performance strategies.
- Managed employee relations by providing guidance on job duties as well as disciplinary actions when needed.
- Trained new employees to perform duties.
- Inspected equipment regularly to identify necessary repairs or replacements.
- Collaborated with chefs to create innovative recipes that utilized fresh ingredients from local suppliers.
- Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
- Implemented surface and equipment schedules and standards to maintain clean, neat and sanitized kitchen.
Skills
- Recruitment
- Menu development
- Employee monitoring
- Scheduling
- Purchasing
- Kitchen staff coordination
Languages
Spanish
Professional
English
Elementary
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Urth Caffé
08.2024 - Current
Kitchen Manager
IHOP
04.2014 - 08.2024