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Tom Telegadas

Marysville,MI

Summary

Dynamic Kitchen Manager with a proven track record at Tellys Coney Island, excelling in food safety and staff training. Enhanced kitchen efficiency through streamlined processes and effective inventory management, significantly reducing food waste. A strong leader fostering teamwork and collaboration, committed to maintaining high standards and achieving operational excellence.

Overview

16
years of professional experience

Work History

Tellys Coney Island

Kitchen Manager
05.2007 - 07.2023

Job overview

  • 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.
  • Developed and implemented kitchen policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for kitchen operations and comply with regulations.
  • Contributed to a positive workplace culture by actively engaging with staff members, promoting open communication channels, and demonstrating support for ongoing professional development opportunities.

Skills

  • Multitasking and organization
  • Customer service
  • Food safety
  • Inventory management
  • Staff supervision
  • Staff training and development
  • Kitchen management
  • Inventory control
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving
  • Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
  • Ordering supplies
  • Staff management
  • Team collaboration and leadership
  • Product rotation
  • Inventory coordination
  • Goal setting
  • Employee scheduling
  • Staff coaching
  • ServSafe certification
  • Motivational style
  • Conflict resolution
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Performance monitoring

Languages

Greek
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Kitchen Manager

Tellys Coney Island
05.2007 - 07.2023
Tom Telegadas