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Thomas Maxfield

Denver,CO

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Immediately

Desired Job Title

Kitchen Manager/lead PrepLead Prep CookCo-owner/kitchen ChefKitchen Staff Member

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-Site
Location: Denver, CO, USDenver co
Open to relocation: No

Summary

Dynamic kitchen manager with a proven track record at Devils Food Cookery, excelling in staff supervision and food safety compliance. Adept at multitasking and optimizing operations, I have successfully trained teams and enhanced guest satisfaction through high-quality food preparation and innovative menu development. Committed to achieving excellence in culinary environments.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Kitchen Manager/lead Prep

Devils Food Cookery
Denver, CO
09.2018 - 05.2026
  • Motivated self-starter with strong accountability for personal tasks.
  • Contributed effectively to projects in fast-paced settings.
  • Collaborated with team members while also excelling in independent work.
  • Adapted quickly to new challenges and learned new skills efficiently.
  • Oversaw daily kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality and safety compliance.
  • Did twice weekly kitchen orders for Produce and meat.

Lead Prep Cook

Tavern Hospitality Group
Denver, CO
07.2012 - 09.2018
  • Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to food safety and sanitation standards.
  • Developed and implemented prep schedules, optimizing workflow efficiency during peak service hours.
  • Trained new team members on proper cooking techniques and equipment usage.
  • Collaborated with culinary team to create seasonal menus, enhancing overall dining experience.
  • Monitored food quality and presentation, maintaining high standards for guest satisfaction.

Co-owner/kitchen Chef

Baby Boomers Cafe
Des Moines, IA
02.2004 - 04.2012

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communication

Northeast Missouri State University
Kirksville, MO
04.1990

Skills

Multitasking and organization

Customer service

Food safety

Inventory management

Staff supervision

Food preparation

Staff training and development

Kitchen management

Inventory control

Operations management

Safe food handling

Cleaning and sanitation

Accomplishments

During the Baby Boomers Cafe days, president-elect in 2008 Barack Obama, had his Iowa campaign headquarters next door to our restaurant. Our chocolate chunk cookie went international due to its popularity with the Obamas.

Timeline

Kitchen Manager/lead Prep

Devils Food Cookery
09.2018 - 05.2026

Lead Prep Cook

Tavern Hospitality Group
07.2012 - 09.2018

Co-owner/kitchen Chef

Baby Boomers Cafe
02.2004 - 04.2012

Bachelor of Arts - Communication

Northeast Missouri State University