ROBERT TAYLOR
Bastrop,USA
Summary
Energetic Kitchen Manager enthusiastic about working with high-performance teams. Personable, responsible and hardworking professional. Dedicated to innovative dishes, effective budgeting and top-of-the-line customer service.
Detail-oriented problem solver with a strong desire to excel in an lead kitchen role. Experienced in a hands-on, fast-paced environment. Transitioning into a new field to bring efficiency and a keen eye for quality. Proficient at following recipes accurately and delivering visually appealing dishes in a high-pressure kitchen setting. Thrives on maintaining high standards of food quality and safety. Effective collaborator with team members. Eager to leverage culinary expertise to excel in any role.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
BISD – Creekside middle school
07.2025 - Current
- Coordinated a small staff of 6 to efficiently produce 800 meals daily.
- Ordered from multiple USDA approved vendors to maintain fresh produce while staying under budget.
- Managed inventory control systems to maintain optimal stock levels and reduce waste.
- Developed weekly menus in alignment with nutritional guidelines and student preferences.
- Implemented cost-saving measures that improved efficiency in food production processes.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations related to child nutrition programs and services.
- Trained and mentored staff on food preparation techniques and safety protocols.
Child nutrition
Taher INC – Bastrop
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Due to frequent to short staffed work days I learned to optimize work flow for efficient time management.
- Completed daily FPRs by counting served portions, hourly food temperatures and daily waste.
- Produced over 400+ portions of hand assembled pizzas and burgers daily.
- Maintained and organized food prep/serving station that constantly impressed upper management.
Line Cook
The Bearded Baking Company – Bastrop
05.2023 - 08.2024
- Worked a very flexible position jumping between order fulfillment, cleaning, line cooking, and customer relations/sales.
- Prepared high-quality dishes following standard recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently, ensuring safety and cleanliness standards were met.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring timely replenishment of ingredients and supplies.
- Adapted quickly to changing menus and special dietary requests while maintaining efficiency.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen stations to promote efficient workflow.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize cooking processes and enhance service speed.
- Trained new staff on kitchen procedures, equipment usage, and food safety protocols.
- Monitored food quality during preparation to ensure consistency with company standard
Install helper
Blue Ribbon heating and air – Bastrop
04.2022 - 10.2022
- Drove daily, as far as west Austin or Buda, in a company work van.
- Used hand tools, power drills, multi-meters and watt meters.
- Adapted quickly to new techniques and technologies introduced into the workplace, enhancing overall performance as an Install Assistant.
- Delivered high-quality results consistently through attention to detail and thorough understanding of installation procedures.
- Increased accuracy of installations by meticulously measuring and marking necessary adjustments prior to beginning each project.
- Supported lead installer in managing inventory levels, ensuring timely acquisition of materials for upcoming projects.
- Reduced errors during installations by carefully reviewing project plans before commencing work.
- Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring readiness for daily tasks and adherence to maintenance schedules.
- Documented installation processes and customer feedback, aiding in continuous improvement efforts within the team.
- Engaged with customers during installations to explain system features and address any concerns effectively.
- Assisted in the installation of heating and air conditioning systems, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with lead technicians to troubleshoot system issues during installations, enhancing operational efficiency.
Education
Manager Certification -
Learn2Serve
Cooking For Healthy Kids - Food And Nutrition
Culinary Institute of America
San Antonio03-2026
Highschool diploma - undefined
Pflugerville High School
EPA certification - undefined
Central Texas ac and refrigeration repair school
Skills
- Adaptive and creative problem solving
- Excellent team communication
- Cleanliness standards
- Recipe interpretation
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Calm and capable under pressure
- Professional attitude
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Waste reduction
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
Affiliations
- Rachel Tabler, General manager, BISD Child nutrition (714) 457-9440
- Emilee Brown ,Field supervisor, BISD child nutrition (512)-545-4822
- Kovette Haywood AKA 'Koko', kitchen manager, BISD child nutrition (737) 262-2663
Interests
Video games, Cooking, Cosplay, Art
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
BISD – Creekside middle school
07.2025 - Current
Child nutrition
Taher INC – Bastrop
01.2025 - 05.2025
Line Cook
The Bearded Baking Company – Bastrop
05.2023 - 08.2024
Install helper
Blue Ribbon heating and air – Bastrop
04.2022 - 10.2022
Highschool diploma - undefined
Pflugerville High School
EPA certification - undefined
Central Texas ac and refrigeration repair school
Manager Certification -
Learn2Serve
Cooking For Healthy Kids - Food And Nutrition
Culinary Institute of America