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Richard Starke

Fayetteville,NC

Summary

I am a young and motivated Kitchen Manager with 9 years of progressive experience at Texas Roadhouse. Starting from entry level roles to helping lead back-of-house operations. Skilled in customer service, team leadership, time management, and decision-making in high-volume, fast-paced environments. Proven ability to train and delegate effectively, manage kitchen flow, and hold quality and safety standards. Hoping to bring hands-on experience and operational insight to a corporate kitchen role, contributing to process improvement, consistency, and team development across locations.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Key Hourly Manager

Texas Roadhouse
01.2023 - Current
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Controlled hours to keep business operating within margins and increase profits.
  • Mentored younger team members for career advancement, ensuring a flow of future leaders within the company.

Broil Cook

Texas Roadhouse
07.2022 - Current
  • Operated grills to prepare a variety of menu items efficiently.
  • Ensured compliance with food safety standards and sanitation procedures consistently.
  • Trained new cooks on proper cooking techniques and equipment usage, improving team development.
  • Implemented cooking techniques that improved flavor profiles and presentation of dishes served.

Point

Texas Roadhouse
02.2021 - Current
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.


Salad Maker

Texas Roadhouse
04.2019 - 02.2021
  • Prepared fresh salads according to customer specifications and dietary needs.
  • Ensured compliance with food safety standards and sanitation guidelines.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline salad preparation processes.
  • Trained new team members on efficient salad-making techniques and specs.

Education

Westover High School
Fayetteville, NC
06-2017

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Team leadership
  • Time management
  • Decision-making
  • Task delegation
  • Product management

Interests

  • I like to spend my free time at home with my dogs
  • I love anything anime or food related
  • My favorite snack is Peanut butter Crackers
  • Im a die hard Pittsburg Steelers Fan!
  • Im Platinum rank in Rainbow 6 Siege

Timeline

Key Hourly Manager

Texas Roadhouse
01.2023 - Current

Broil Cook

Texas Roadhouse
07.2022 - Current

Point

Texas Roadhouse
02.2021 - Current

Salad Maker

Texas Roadhouse
04.2019 - 02.2021

Westover High School