Steven Hale
Buffalo,NY
Summary
Detail-oriented kitchen manager excelling in multitasking and organization. Known for optimizing processes and collaborating with teams to develop customer-focused menu items, driving significant operational improvements.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Outback Steakhouse
02.2023 - Current
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure adherence to food safety standards and quality control.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing waste and optimizing stock levels.
- Trained new team members on operational procedures and kitchen equipment usage.
- Collaborated with management to develop seasonal menu items based on customer feedback.
Kitchen Manager
Neat
07.2020 - 01.2023
- Collaborated with suppliers to negotiate pricing and quality of ingredients for menu items.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback to team members.
- Monitored food preparation processes, ensuring consistency in quality and presentation standards.
- Implemented cost-control measures that improved overall kitchen profitability without sacrificing quality.
Kitchen Manager
Mooney
03.2019 - 03.2020
- Supervised daily kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Trained and mentored kitchen staff to enhance culinary skills and team efficiency.
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures to optimize workflow effectiveness.
- Managed inventory levels, reducing waste through effective stock rotation techniques.
Line Cook
Deep South Taco
02.2016 - 02.2019
- Monitored inventory levels, communicating needs to management for timely restocking of supplies.
- Executed cooking techniques efficiently to meet customer expectations for taste and quality.
- Adapted quickly to changing menu items and special requests from customers during service hours.
- Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and problem-solving skills.
Line Cook
Buffalo Wild Wings
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Prepared high-quality food items following established recipes and presentation standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace adhering to safety and sanitation guidelines.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely service during peak hours.
- Assisted in training new kitchen staff on food preparation techniques and equipment usage.
Education
High School Diploma -
Charter School For Applied Technologies
Buffalo, NYSkills
- Waste reduction
- Cost control
- Food preparation
- Scheduling staff
- Recipe execution
- Ordering supplies
- BOH operations
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking and organization
Timeline
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Outback Steakhouse
02.2023 - Current
Kitchen Manager
Neat
07.2020 - 01.2023
Kitchen Manager
Mooney
03.2019 - 03.2020
Line Cook
Deep South Taco
02.2016 - 02.2019
Line Cook
Buffalo Wild Wings
01.2014 - 01.2016
High School Diploma -
Charter School For Applied Technologies