Sammy Mehdizadeh
Las Cruces,NM
Summary
Talented Night Manager specializing in team leadership, customer service and administrative support. Organized, detail-oriented and proactive with excellent communication, planning and decision-making abilities. Seeking new challenge with established company.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Night Manager
Popeyes® Louisana Kitchen
Las Cruces, New Mexico
08.2024 - Current
- Supervised nightly operations to ensure smooth restaurant functionality.
- Trained and guided staff on service standards and food safety protocols.
- Managed inventory levels and placed orders for kitchen supplies.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly to maintain satisfaction levels.
- Coordinated staff schedules to optimize coverage during peak hours.
- Conducted quality checks on food preparation and presentation standards.
- Implemented cleaning procedures to uphold hygiene compliance in the kitchen.
- Monitored cash handling processes during shift changes for accuracy.
Kitchen Manager
Chili's
Dallas, TX
01.2014 - 08.2024
- Managed kitchen operations to ensure smooth service during peak hours.
- Trained staff on food safety standards and proper cooking techniques.
- Oversaw inventory management to maintain stock levels and reduce waste.
- Coordinated daily prep schedules to optimize kitchen workflow and efficiency.
- Ensured quality control by conducting regular food safety inspections.
- Monitored equipment maintenance and reported issues for timely repairs or replacements.
- Oversaw daily operations of the kitchen including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes and plate presentation.
- Performed weekly inventories of food items stored in refrigerators or freezers.
- Trained new kitchen staff on proper food handling techniques and safety regulations.
- Created weekly schedules for kitchen staff members based on anticipated business volume.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
The University of Texas At Dallas
Richardson, TX 01.1997 - 12.1998
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Richland College
Dallas, TX 09.1995 - 02.1996
Skills
- Inventory management
- Food safety compliance
- Staff training
- Quality control
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Farsi
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Night Manager
Popeyes® Louisana Kitchen
08.2024 - Current
Kitchen Manager
Chili's
01.2014 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
The University of Texas At Dallas
01.1997 - 12.1998
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Richland College
09.1995 - 02.1996