Yolanda Mercer
Detroit,USA
Summary
Culinary professional with extensive experience in kitchen management and restaurant operations. Known for maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety while fostering collaborative team environment. Reliable and adaptable, with strong skills in leadership and problem-solving.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
HopCat (Project BarFly)
Detroit, MI
09.2020 - Current
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure adherence to food safety and hygiene standards.
- Developed and implemented efficient kitchen workflows, enhancing overall productivity.
- Trained new employees on kitchen operations and menu preparation techniques.
- Reduced food waste significantly, carefully managing inventory and implementing sustainability practices.
KItchen Manager
Chili's Bar and Grill
Warren, MI
11.2018 - 09.2020
- Oversaw daily kitchen operations, ensuring adherence to food safety and sanitation standards.
- Managed inventory levels, reducing waste through effective stock rotation and ordering processes.
- Trained and mentored kitchen staff, enhancing team performance and efficiency in food preparation.
- Led weekly team meetings to discuss goals, address challenges, and foster a collaborative work environment.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen team and service areas for optimal guest experiences.
Kitchen Manager
HopCat (Project BarFly)
Detroit, MI
11.2014 - 09.2018
- Successfully mastered all five stations in the heart of house, Prep, Fry, Grill, Sauté and Expo.
- Oversaw and insured the quality and consistency of recipes, service standards, and sanitation practices.
- Consistently maintained a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers.
- Part of the in house training team, responsible for training new hires as well as all salaried management candidates in the MIT program Assisted in the opening of five new Hopcat locations; four as a brand ambassador and travel trainer.
- Oversaw team scheduling operations and facilitated daily communications with human resources regarding task assignments. Managed nightly communications by providing detailed work shift breakdowns. Executed order submissions for GFS, conducted line checks, and maintained inventory for kitchen preparations.
Culinary Externship
St. John Providence Hospital
Madison Heights, MI
06.2014 - 09.2014
- Complied with sanitation regulations and safety standards.
- Set up and stocked stations with all necessary supplies daily.
- Prepared food for service (e.g. chopping vegetables, butchering meat, or preparing sauces)
- Managed kitchen operations to ensure timely and quality service of all food items.
Education
Certification -
Dorsey Schools Culinary Arts Academy
Madison Heights, MI09-2014
Certification - undefined
Bronze Medal in the Dorsey Academy Chili Cook
Skills
- Time Management
- Baking
- Food Preparation
- Food Safety
- Culinary Experience
- Training & Development
- Restaurant Experience
- Kitchen Management Experience
- Scheduling
- Inventory management
- ServSafe certification
- Multitasking and organization
Certification
- Food Handler Certificate
- ServSafe Certification
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
HopCat (Project BarFly)
09.2020 - Current
KItchen Manager
Chili's Bar and Grill
11.2018 - 09.2020
Kitchen Manager
HopCat (Project BarFly)
11.2014 - 09.2018
Culinary Externship
St. John Providence Hospital
06.2014 - 09.2014
Certification - undefined
Bronze Medal in the Dorsey Academy Chili Cook
Certification -
Dorsey Schools Culinary Arts Academy
Additional Information
Authorized to work in the United States for any employer.