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Stephen Melton

416 S. Main St.

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Darden Restaurants, specializing in food preparation and kitchen organization. Proven track record in mentoring staff and enhancing productivity through effective training. Skilled in sanitation practices and allergen awareness, ensuring compliance with health regulations while fostering a collaborative team environment.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Culinary Professional

Darden Restaurants, Olive Garden
11.2020 - 01.2025
  • Trained new hires on kitchen procedures and protocols, contributing to a cohesive team environment focused on excellence in service delivery.
  • Streamlined inventory management processes, ensuring effective cost control and timely replenishment of supplies.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to maintain efficient workflows, reducing food preparation time and waste.
  • Maintained strict adherence to food safety regulations, resulting in an exceptional record of passing health inspections.
  • Managed efficient kitchen operations during peak service hours, maintaining smooth workflow under pressure while delivering exceptional results.

Key Employee/NRO Trainer

Miller's Ale House
03.2015 - 09.2020
  • Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
  • Provided one-on-one mentoring to help individuals reach their full potential within the organization.
  • Coached employees on best practices, providing constructive feedback to support their professional growth.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of training initiatives by tracking participant progress and gathering feedback for continuous improvement.
  • Collaborated with subject matter experts to create accurate training content.
  • Enhanced trainee engagement through interactive workshops and hands-on activities.
  • Delivered dynamic presentations to facilitate learning and retention among diverse audiences.
  • Facilitated team-building exercises to foster collaboration between department members.
  • Promoted a culture of continuous learning by advocating for professional development opportunities.

Education

GED -

Land O Lakes High School
Land O' Lakes, FL

Skills

  • Cooking methods
  • Knife skills
  • Sanitation practices
  • Food presentation
  • Food plating
  • Allergen awareness
  • International cuisines
  • Sauce making
  • Gluten-free cooking
  • Culinary techniques
  • Dining facility management
  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Guest interaction
  • Kitchen organization
  • Estimating and ordering inventory
  • Food preparation
  • Food and beverage operations

Timeline

Culinary Professional

Darden Restaurants, Olive Garden
11.2020 - 01.2025

Key Employee/NRO Trainer

Miller's Ale House
03.2015 - 09.2020

GED -

Land O Lakes High School
Stephen Melton