Richard Spaulding
Pineville,NC
Summary
Results-driven Field Manager, Executive Chef, Team motivator with expertise in team leadership, safety compliance, and logistics coordination. Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and conducting comprehensive performance evaluations to foster staff development.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Field Manager
Loving Group
Charlotte, NC
10.2021 - 08.2026
- Managed daily operations of field teams across multiple locations.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Coordinated logistics for equipment and material deliveries at job sites.
- Conducted regular site inspections to maintain quality and compliance standards.
- Conducted performance reviews for staff; provided feedback on strengths and weaknesses as well as development opportunities.
- Inspected job sites to ensure compliance with safety regulations, quality standards and customer requirements.
- Interpreted blueprints and diagrams to plan crew activities efficiently.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
Executive Chef
Charlotte Airport Hilton
Charlotte, NC
09.2015 - 10.2020
- Oversaw kitchen operations and staff performance in high-volume environment.
- Developed and executed seasonal menus to enhance guest dining experiences.
- Implemented cost-control measures to optimize kitchen efficiency and reduce waste.
- Coordinated with front-of-house staff for smooth service during peak hours.
- Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
- Created new menu items, managed food expenses, and supervised quality to ensure adherence to standards.
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
- Established a culture of safety in the kitchen by enforcing strict safety protocols.
- Managed ordering, inventory levels, receiving, invoice settling, and equipment maintenance.
- Managed kitchen staff team and assigned tasks for various stages of food production.
- Supervised the selection, training, scheduling, and performance of kitchen personnel.
- Delegated tasks for kitchen employees and developed staff teams to streamline food preparation procedures.
- Conducted regular staff meetings to discuss menu changes, special events, promotions.
- Provided effective orientation and training to each new associate and developed ongoing training programs.
- Focused on customer satisfaction, creating delicious cuisine to impress diners.
- Reviewed orders from vendors to ensure accuracy and cost effectiveness.
- Assisted in developing marketing strategies designed to increase restaurant revenue.
- Implemented and maintained excellent service to achieve guest satisfaction.
- Performed financial analysis and recommended effective methods to cut costs.
- Monitored inventory levels of all food items to ensure adequate supplies are available at all times.
- Controlled labor costs through effective use of staff scheduling techniques.
- Provided guidance and support for Sous Chefs during peak service hours.
- Ensured compliance with health department regulations by implementing proper sanitation procedures.
- Inspected equipment regularly to maintain safe working conditions in the kitchen.
- Tracked sales figures for each dish served in order to identify popular items.
- Analyzed customer feedback data to improve existing recipes or create new ones.
- Collaborated with event planners to create customized catering options.
- Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
- Determined schedules and staff requirements necessary to prepare and plate food.
Education
High School Diploma -
Madison High School
Madison, OH06-1980
High School Diploma -
Auburn Career Center
Concord, OH06-1980
Skills
- Team leadership
- Staff training
- Performance evaluation
- Logistics coordination
- Safety compliance
- Quality assurance
- Inventory management
- Problem solving
- Equipment operation
Timeline
Field Manager
Loving Group
10.2021 - 08.2026
Executive Chef
Charlotte Airport Hilton
09.2015 - 10.2020
High School Diploma -
Madison High School
High School Diploma -
Auburn Career Center