Tracey Samples
Hernando
Summary
Dynamic Kitchen Manager with a proven track record at BVL Oyster Bar, excelling in food safety and team collaboration. Passionate about fostering a positive work culture while achieving rapid ticket times and reducing food waste. Committed to continuous learning and enhancing employee relations in fast-paced environments.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
BVL Oyster Bar
- 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.
- Developed and implemented kitchen policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for kitchen operations and comply with regulations.
- 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.
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture by actively engaging with staff members, promoting open communication channels, and demonstrating support for ongoing professional development opportunities.
Opening Cook
Breakfast Station
02.2019 - 05.2024
- 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 meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Streamlined kitchen operations with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Assisted in inventory management and ordering supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels for efficient kitchen operations.
- Supported kitchen staff training and development, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.
- Mentored junior cooks in refining culinary skills through hands-on guidance.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep work processes.
- Conducted regular quality checks on ingredients, ensuring only best were used in meal preparation.
- Managed time effectively to ensure timely meal preparation, even during peak hours.
- Adapted quickly to menu changes and customer requests, demonstrating flexibility and problem-solving skills.
Kitchen Manager
Twisted Oaks
11.2017 - 04.2018
Education
Diploma - General Studies
Owen J Roberts
Pottstown, PA06.1993
Skills
Always looking to improve employee/manager relations- we are a team
Truly enjoy a fast paced work environment
I still have more to learn- I look forward to learning every day
Timeline
Opening Cook
Breakfast Station
02.2019 - 05.2024
Kitchen Manager
Twisted Oaks
11.2017 - 04.2018
Kitchen Manager
BVL Oyster Bar
Diploma - General Studies
Owen J Roberts
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