Robert Barto Jr.
Summary
Dedicated culinary professional with extensive experience in high-volume kitchens, leadership, and restaurant operations. Proven ability to lead teams, manage kitchen performance, maintain food quality and safety standards, and deliver exceptional dining experiences. Experienced in executive leadership, kitchen management, inventory control, menu execution, and staff training. Seeking to bring strong leadership and culinary expertise to Stone Harbor Golf Club
Overview
1
1
Certification
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Line Cook
Stone Harbor Golf Club
06.2023 - Current
- Lead daily line operations during lunch, dinner, banquets, and special events.
- Prepare high-quality dishes while maintaining consistency and presentation standards.
- Train and mentor new kitchen staff on recipes, techniques, and food safety.
- Assist with inventory management, food preparation, and kitchen organization.
- Work closely with chefs and management to ensure efficient service during high-volume periods.
Kitchen Manager
Two Mile
05.2021 - 06.2023
- Managed all back-of-house operations, including scheduling, inventory, ordering, and food cost control.
- Supervised and trained kitchen staff to ensure efficient daily operations.
- Enforced health, sanitation, and food safety standards.
- Coordinated food preparation to maintain quality and timely service.
- Helped improve workflow and kitchen efficiency while minimizing waste.
Executive Chef
The Mad Batter
10.2010 - 05.2021
- Directed all culinary operations for a busy, high-volume restaurant.
- Developed seasonal menus and daily specials while maintaining consistent food quality.
- Managed hiring, scheduling, and training of kitchen personnel.
- Oversaw food purchasing, inventory management, and cost control.
- Ensured compliance with all health department regulations and safety standards.
- Worked collaboratively with ownership and front-of-house management to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
Skills
- Kitchen Leadership
- Team Management
- Menu Development
- Food Cost Control
- Inventory Management
- Staff Training
- High-Volume Food Production
- Food Safety & Sanitation
- Quality Control
- Scheduling
- Banquet & Event Service
- Time Management
- Member Satisfaction
Certification
ServSafe Food Handler/Manager
Strengths And Expertise
- Kitchen Leadership
- Team Management
- Menu Development
- Food Cost Control
- Inventory Management
- Staff Training
- High-Volume Food Production
- Food Safety & Sanitation
- Quality Control
- Scheduling
- Banquet & Event Service
- Time Management
- Member Satisfaction
Timeline
Lead Line Cook
Stone Harbor Golf Club
06.2023 - Current
Kitchen Manager
Two Mile
05.2021 - 06.2023
Executive Chef
The Mad Batter
10.2010 - 05.2021