Danny Verdejo
Scranton,PA
Summary
Motivated and detail-oriented professional with over 15 years of experience in food production, preparation, manufacture, and preparation. Skilled in the Culinary Arts, known for strong problem-solving skills and ability to thrive under pressure.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Shift Lead/Supervisor/Trainer
Dave’s Hot Chicken
Dickson City, PA
06.2025 - 03.2026
- Supervised daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and quality service delivery.
- Trained and mentored team members on operational standards and best practices.
- Implemented inventory management procedures to minimize waste and optimize stock levels.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly to enhance satisfaction and maintain brand reputation.
- Monitored food safety compliance and maintained cleanliness standards in the kitchen area.
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Enforced company policies and regulations with employees.
- Promoted a positive work environment through open communication and effective conflict resolution strategies.
- Conducted regular inventory checks, maintaining optimal stock levels to meet customer demand without excess waste or surplus.
- Trained and mentored new employees, ensuring a smooth onboarding process and seamless integration into the team.
- Monitored employee performance, providing constructive feedback and coaching as needed to support professional growth and skill development.
- Ensured compliance with company policies, safety regulations, and industry best practices.
Sous Chef
Metz Culinary Management
Lackawanna College
09.2024 - 06.2025
- Externship
- Conducted regular quality checks on dishes before service to uphold culinary excellence standards.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Improved efficiency in kitchen, organizing workflow to ensure timely preparation and delivery of dishes.
- Achieved consistency in dish presentation, setting high standards that were replicated across all servings.
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
- Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
Kitchen Supervisor
Glenn Oak Country Club
Moosic, PA
01.2023 - 08.2024
- Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to safety and sanitation standards.
- Coordinated daily food preparation, optimizing workflow and efficiency in busy kitchen environment.
- Monitored food quality and presentation, maintaining high standards for member satisfaction.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Directed activities of team of skilled kitchen workers preparing and serving meals.
- Assisted in menu development, considering seasonal ingredients, customer preferences, and profitability goals.
Education
Cannabis Professional -
Lackawanna College
Scranton, PA05-2026
Associates degree - Hospitality Management
Lackawanna College
Scranton04.2025
Skills
- Advanced Culinary Skills
- Unreasonable Hospitality
- Team leadership
- Strategic thinking
- Cash handling
- Customer service management
- Training assistance
- Flexible schedule
- Policy and procedure enforcement
- Highly Competent
- Employee training
- Workplace safety
- Positive attitude
- Problem-solving
- Strong verbal and written communication
- Safety and sanitation practices
Certification
- ServSafe Manager Certificate
- R.A.M.P. certification
Timeline
Shift Lead/Supervisor/Trainer
Dave’s Hot Chicken
06.2025 - 03.2026
Sous Chef
Metz Culinary Management
09.2024 - 06.2025
Kitchen Supervisor
Glenn Oak Country Club
01.2023 - 08.2024
Cannabis Professional -
Lackawanna College
Associates degree - Hospitality Management
Lackawanna College