Richard Wingate
Lakeland,FL
Summary
Proactive and meticulous Chef / Manager with over 25 years of experience in Hospitality industry. Proficiencies in inventory control, sales, staff training and development.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Lawn Technician
Massey Services, Inc.
Lakeland , FL
2021.10 - Current
- Performed Lawn fertilization with chemicals and treated for many types of weeds throughout the square footage of a lawn. Establishing good rapport and working relationship with all Massey's customers.
- Responsible for operating very expensive and large vehicle with many dangerous and hazardous materials aboard.
Home School : E - Learning Through Valleyview Elm.
Unemployment Compensation
Lakeland , FL
2020.08 - 2021.05
- Assisted my child with her studies each and every day of her 1st grade. I also, assisted my niece with her 6th grade classes, as well. The entire school year we did Zoom classes with the class and teacher. Did all school work at home and on the computer.
Sous Chef/Assistant Manager
GrillSmith Restaurant
Lakeland , Florida
2009.11 - 2020.05
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Kept restaurant compliant with all federal, state and local hygiene and food safety regulations.
- Supervised all areas of restaurant to keep it clean and well-maintained.
- Immediately resolved issues with patrons by employing careful listening and communication skills.
- Applied knowledge of previous supply needs and forecasted business levels to estimate required supplies.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Coordinated and organized all restaurant inventory.
- Maximized quality assurance by completing frequent line checks.
- Developed unique events and special promotions to drive sales. (Ex. Catering)
- Managed 20 culinary personnel in service to 500 per night-customer base
Line Cook/Food Preparation Worker
Crisper's Restaurant
Lakeland , Florida
2008.10 - 2010.05
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Used culinary and cutlery tools to prepare foods for 100 cooked or cold dishes per shift.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
Line Cook/Prep Cook
Carrabba's Restaurant
Lakeland , Florida
2003.05 - 2008.08
- Line cook/Prep cook
- Responsible for producing over 100 meals to guests throughout shift.
- Established communication with outside vendors in order supply restaurant with product.
Education
No Degree - Business Administration And Management
Santa Fe College
Gainesville, FLNo Degree - Business Administration And Management
Polk Community College
Lakeland, FLHigh School Diploma -
Kathleen Senior High School
Lakeland, FL06.1992
Skills
- Food and Beverage Knowledge
- Scheduling
- Food Preparation
- Inventory Control
- Staff Management
- Employee Training
- Cash Handling
- Sales Reporting
- Point of Sale Systems
- Purchasing
- Food Safety
- Quality Management
- Restaurant Operations
Timeline
Certified Lawn Technician
Massey Services, Inc.
2021.10 - Current
Home School : E - Learning Through Valleyview Elm.
Unemployment Compensation
2020.08 - 2021.05
Sous Chef/Assistant Manager
GrillSmith Restaurant
2009.11 - 2020.05
Line Cook/Food Preparation Worker
Crisper's Restaurant
2008.10 - 2010.05
Line Cook/Prep Cook
Carrabba's Restaurant
2003.05 - 2008.08
No Degree - Business Administration And Management
Santa Fe College
No Degree - Business Administration And Management
Polk Community College
High School Diploma -
Kathleen Senior High School
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