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Tabatha Young

Tabatha Young

Lovington,NM

Summary

Dynamic Kitchen Manager with a proven track record at BCrabby Cajun Style, enhancing kitchen operations and boosting profitability. Expert in food safety compliance and staff training, I excel in multitasking and leadership, significantly improving team efficiency and customer satisfaction. Achieved consistent health code excellence, underscoring a commitment to quality and safety.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Kitchen Manager

Stepping Stones Daycare
01.2023 - Current
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
  • Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
  • Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
  • Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
  • Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.
  • Consistently met or exceeded local health department inspection requirements through diligent adherence to safety protocols and maintaining thorough documentation records.
  • Improved kitchen efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and optimizing staff scheduling.
  • Implemented and maintained food safety and sanitation standards to establish safe handling and preparation of food.
  • Contributed to a positive workplace culture by actively engaging with staff members, promoting open communication channels, and demonstrating support for ongoing professional development opportunities.
  • Designed and maintained menus to offer variety of high quality and consistency of dishes.

Kitchen Manager

BCrabby Cajun Style
04.2021 - 06.2022

Main

  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
  • Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
  • Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
  • Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
  • Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
  • Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.
  • Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen team and service areas for optimal guest experiences.
  • Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
  • Consistently met or exceeded local health department inspection requirements through diligent adherence to safety protocols and maintaining thorough documentation records.
  • Improved kitchen efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and optimizing staff scheduling.
  • Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
  • Developed and implemented kitchen policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for kitchen operations and comply with regulations.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction with attentiveness to dietary restrictions and allergen concerns in menu offerings.
  • Achieved rapid ticket times during peak service hours by effectively managing workflow distribution across various stations.
  • Implemented and maintained food safety and sanitation standards to establish safe handling and preparation of food.
  • Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
  • Contributed to a positive workplace culture by actively engaging with staff members, promoting open communication channels, and demonstrating support for ongoing professional development opportunities.
  • Increased overall profitability with effective budget management, including cost control strategies for purchasing and labor expenses.
  • Designed and maintained menus to offer variety of high quality and consistency of dishes.
  • Developed and maintained professional relationships with suppliers to acquire high-quality ingredients and products with reasonable prices.
  • Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
  • Calculated prices of ingredients to monitor food costs and control expenses.
  • Facilitated special event catering coordination, ensuring timely preparation of high-quality dishes while adhering to client specifications.
  • Developed creative daily specials using seasonal ingredients, incorporating fresh flavors into the menu rotation while minimizing costs associated with excess inventory stockpiling.

Teaching Assistant

Building Blocks Daycare
03.2015 - 07.2021
  • Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
  • Provided additional support for students with special needs, ensuring they received appropriate accommodations and resources.
  • Collaborated with fellow teaching assistants to create a consistent and supportive learning environment for students.
  • Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
  • Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
  • Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
  • Evaluated student performance through regular assessments, tracking progress and adjusting instructional strategies as needed.
  • Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions for struggling students, leading to increased understanding and improved grades.
  • Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
  • Designed and implemented engaging classroom activities, resulting in higher student interest and motivation.
  • Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
  • Assisted the lead teacher in developing comprehensive lesson plans tailored to individual student needs and abilities.
  • Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational best practices and enhance teaching skills.
  • Fostered strong relationships with parents through regular communication about student progress, concerns, and achievements.
  • Coordinated with parents and teachers to discuss student progress and address concerns.
  • Organized and maintained classroom resources, ensuring materials were readily available for lessons.

Education

HiSet Diploma - General Education

NMJC Adult Education
Hobbs, NM
11.2024

Skills

  • Multitasking and organization
  • Customer service
  • Food safety
  • Inventory management
  • Staff supervision
  • Food preparation
  • Staff training and development
  • Kitchen management
  • Inventory control
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving
  • Safe food handling
  • Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
  • Cleaning and sanitation
  • Ordering supplies
  • Staff management
  • Vendor relations
  • Team collaboration and leadership
  • Health code compliance
  • Recipes and menu planning
  • Inventory coordination
  • Food safety compliance
  • Goal setting
  • Menu development
  • Employee scheduling
  • Productivity improvement
  • Kitchen staff coordination
  • ServSafe certification
  • New employee recruitment
  • Portion control
  • Motivational style
  • Conflict resolution
  • Scheduling
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Performance monitoring
  • Performance improvement
  • Strategic planning
  • Process improvement
  • Scheduling coordination
  • Event planning support
  • Team building
  • Nutritional knowledge
  • First aid
  • Catering coordination
  • Employee monitoring
  • Menu preparation
  • Reliable and responsible
  • Critical thinking
  • Training and onboarding

Timeline

Kitchen Manager

Stepping Stones Daycare
01.2023 - Current

Kitchen Manager

BCrabby Cajun Style
04.2021 - 06.2022

Teaching Assistant

Building Blocks Daycare
03.2015 - 07.2021

HiSet Diploma - General Education

NMJC Adult Education
Tabatha Young