Timothy Sanderson
Kitchen Supervisor
Keene
Summary
Dynamic kitchen supervisor with a proven track record at Monadnock Food Co-op, excelling in menu planning and inventory management. Spearheaded initiatives that reduced food waste and enhanced customer satisfaction through high-quality food presentation. Strong team leader, fostering collaboration and productivity while ensuring compliance with food safety standards.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Kitchen Supervisor
Monadnock Food Co-op
06.2019 - Current
- Implemented standardized portion control practices for consistency across all dishes served at the establishment.
- Assisted in menu development, considering seasonal ingredients, customer preferences, and profitability goals.
- Reduced food waste significantly with meticulous inventory management.
- Maintained rigorous health and safety standards, ensuring spotless inspection record.
- Fostered team-oriented environment, leading to increased productivity and morale.
- Spearheaded health initiative, incorporating more plant-based options into menu.
- Ensured high-quality dish presentation for enhanced customer satisfaction.
- Monitored food inventory and supplies to prevent waste.
Cook
Monadnock Food Co-op
06.2015 - Current
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Focus on large batch cooking of soups, compound salads and deli entrees
Cook
Elm City Brewing Co.
08.2007 - 09.2015
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Education
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH08-2018
High School Diploma -
Contoocook Valley Regional High School
Peterborough, NH 05.2001 -
Skills
Inventory ordering
Recipes and menu planning
Policy enforcement
Kitchen management
Food safety
Food preparation
Food presentation
Team management
Operations management
Scheduling staff
Food safety compliance
Cost control
Accomplishments
- Promoted internally after 4 years.
- Since then, regularly supervised team of 20+ staff members.
- Started commercial kitchen program to create product line of 15 grab & go soups, then expanded program to supplement deli entrees and hot buffet.
- Achieved margin goals by completing recipe costing and adjusting with accuracy and efficiency.
- Designed and incorporated 50+ recipes into daily production.
- Responded to community members by basing several recipes on their requests.
- Won 3 consecutive soup competitions at Monadnock Food Co-op.
Certification
ServSafe, Managers Training
Timeline
Kitchen Supervisor
Monadnock Food Co-op
06.2019 - Current
Cook
Monadnock Food Co-op
06.2015 - Current
Cook
Elm City Brewing Co.
08.2007 - 09.2015
High School Diploma -
Contoocook Valley Regional High School
05.2001 -
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Southern New Hampshire University