Wendy Anzora
Centerton,AR
Summary
Proven Kitchen Manager with a track record of enhancing kitchen operations at Bentonville Taco & Tamale Company. Excelled in inventory management and waste reduction, boosting efficiency. Skilled in fostering teamwork and collaboration, demonstrating strong multitasking and organizational abilities. Implemented policies for optimal food safety and quality assurance, ensuring compliance and high standards.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Bentonville Taco & Tamale Company
02.2021 - Current
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Kitchen Manager
Carrabba' Italia Grill
05.2014 - 06.2020
- Maximized quality assurance by completing frequent line checks.
- Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
- Implemented effective inventory control systems to reduce food spoilage and waste.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bentonville High School
Bentonville, AR05-2006
Skills
- Multitasking and organization
- Customer service
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Food preparation
- Kitchen management
- Inventory control
- Waste reduction
- Problem-solving
- Safe food handling
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Ordering supplies
- Staff management
- Order accuracy
- Kitchen equipment maintenance
- Inventory coordination
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Bentonville Taco & Tamale Company
02.2021 - Current
Kitchen Manager
Carrabba' Italia Grill
05.2014 - 06.2020
High School Diploma -
Bentonville High School
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