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TENIKA BUTLER

Summary

Experienced and passionate chef with experience in various restaurants and company settings. Recognized as a visionary chef with knowledge of food trends and the ability to think outside the box when it comes to the creation of food. Highly skilled in ensuring that food is top quality and that kitchen is in good condition.

Professional with comprehensive background in hospitality industry, prepared to excel in management roles. Proven track record of enhancing dining experiences and fostering positive team dynamics. Committed to collaboration and achieving outstanding results through adaptability and effective problem-solving. Reliable and skilled in staff training, customer service, and operational management.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Dining Room Manager

Brookdale
01.2023 - 12.2024
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and efficient service in the dining room.
  • Greeted guests, sat at tables and brought orders to assist front of house staff.
  • Resolved guest complaints promptly and professionally, turning potentially negative experiences into positive ones.
  • Trained new hires on restaurant policies, procedures, and best practices, fostering a culture of excellence within the team.
  • Ensured a clean and safe dining environment by enforcing strict adherence to health and safety regulations.
  • Boosted employee morale and retention through effective communication and team-building activities.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas for growth and providing constructive feedback.
  • Fostered a culture of teamwork among staff members by regularly hosting meetings to discuss goals, challenges, and successes within the department.
  • Managed inventory and supply ordering, maintaining optimal stock levels to support daily operations.
  • Maintained accurate financial records through diligent tracking of sales data, labor costs, and inventory levels.
  • Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
  • Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
  • Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
  • Purchased food and cultivated strong vendor relationships.
  • Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.

Food Service Director (FSD)

Trinity Services Group
05.2021 - 01.2023
  • Organize, Oversee and Manage all Food ordering, Invoices, and Operating of the Dining Hall of a State Training Academy
  • Create All Menus for 90-300 people
  • Interview, hire, train all culinary staff

Cook

Compass Group
02.2020 - 05.2022
  • Prepare breakfast and lunch for 50-100 residents in a private housing setting
  • Ensure exceptional presentation by dressing dishes before they are served
  • Adhere to proper food handling, sanitation, and safety procedures

Chef

HARRIS TEETER
10.2018 - 02.2020
  • Assisted with menu planning, inventory and management of supplies
  • Constructed menus for family meals and prepared food for the hot bar
  • Complied with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety hazards

THE TABLE
04.2017 - 04.2018

Education

AAS - Culinary Arts

GUILFORD TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE
01.2019

Skills

  • Budgeting
  • Cooking
  • Communication Skills
  • Knife Skills
  • Production
  • Time Management
  • Customer service
  • Food safety
  • Leadership trained
  • Team management
  • Sanitation standards
  • Food presentation
  • Inventory control
  • Employee scheduling
  • Fine dining experience
  • Event planning
  • Order management
  • Menu planning
  • Table setting expertise
  • Service management
  • Conflict mediation
  • Strong leadership
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Critical thinking
  • Excellent communication
  • Customer satisfaction
  • Organizational skills
  • Safe food handling
  • Nutritional knowledge
  • Recruitment and hiring
  • Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance

Accomplishments

  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Supervised team of 5-10 staff members.

Personal Information

Title: HEAD CHEF

Communitybasedwork

LOTUS, Prepare fresh made food and deliver meals to families within the local community.

Certification

  • ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification - National Restaurant Association.

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Dining Room Manager

Brookdale
01.2023 - 12.2024

Food Service Director (FSD)

Trinity Services Group
05.2021 - 01.2023

Cook

Compass Group
02.2020 - 05.2022

Chef

HARRIS TEETER
10.2018 - 02.2020

THE TABLE
04.2017 - 04.2018

AAS - Culinary Arts

GUILFORD TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE

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