Peter Wrightman
Bardstown,KY
Summary
High-performing individual with solid background in culinary arts. Skilled in creating innovative and delicious dishes while managing kitchen staff and inventory. Efficient and committed to keeping high standards of food safety and sanitation.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Chef and Kitchen Manager
Scout and Scholar
01.2023 - Current
- Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Collaborated with vendors and suppliers to obtain quality recipe ingredients while adhering to company budgets.
- Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
- Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
- Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
- Developed and implemented kitchen policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for kitchen operations and comply with regulations.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
- Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
- Coordinated with catering staff to deliver food services for special events and functions.
Sous Chef
Noble Crust
11.2019 - 01.2023
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Led daily staff meetings to communicate expectations and review safety procedures.
- Monitored food and labor costs to verify budget targets were met.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
Kitchen Manager
Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers
02.2015 - 12.2019
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
- Inspected stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
- Calculated prices of ingredients to monitor food costs and control expenses.
- Reviewed and analyzed kitchen performance to verify gaps and observe continuous improvement.
- Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.
- Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
- Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing beverage products consistently while creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health department standards.
- Maximized quality assurance by completing frequent line checks.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
- Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers
11.2013 - 02.2015
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
Pizza Maker
Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers
01.2010 - 02.2015
- Prepared raw materials for cooking by cutting vegetables and preparing dough.
- Operated pizza oven and other kitchen equipment safely to protect team members from harm and equipment from damage.
- Wiped down counters and food prep stations using bleach and clean cloths.
- Coached new workers on store policies, pizza making, and dough preparation.
- Monitored and maintained clean working areas and cooking surfaces.
- Followed food safety and sanitation guidelines to prevent foodborne illnesses and promote customer health and safety.
Server/Bartender
Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers
03.2012 - 11.2014
- Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
- Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
Education
High school or equivalent - undefined
Alonso High School
06.2006
Skills
- Inventory Management
- Scheduling
- Cost Control
- Ordering
- Time Management
- Restaurant Experience
- Kitchen Management Experience
- Food Safety
- Food Preparation
- Sanitation
- Restaurant Management
- Labor Cost Analysis
- Profit & Loss
- Catering
- Culinary Experience
- Food Production
- Bartending
- Meal Preparation
- Food handling
- Supervising experience
- Food service
- Kitchen experience
- Serving Experience
- Inventory Control
- Purchasing
- Guest Services
- Cleaning Experience
- Microsoft Word
- Excel
- Forecasting
- Food Safety Regulations
- Ingredient Selection
- Performance Assessments
- Plating and presentation
- Team Management
- Menu Planning
- Recipe creation
- Menu development
- Vendor Relations
- Kitchen Management
- Workflow Optimization
- Workflow Coordination
Certification
- Food Safety Manager Certified
Assessments
Basic mechanical knowledge, Proficient, 05/01/21
Accomplishments
- Ensured safe and efficient kitchen operations while managing a BOH staff of 20.
Timeline
Head Chef and Kitchen Manager
Scout and Scholar
01.2023 - Current
Sous Chef
Noble Crust
11.2019 - 01.2023
Kitchen Manager
Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers
02.2015 - 12.2019
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers
11.2013 - 02.2015
Server/Bartender
Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers
03.2012 - 11.2014
Pizza Maker
Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers
01.2010 - 02.2015
High school or equivalent - undefined
Alonso High School
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