Kitchen Manager Resume Example DJ's Rajun Cajun Steakhouse

KITCHEN MANAGER

Summary

I am a goal oriented manager who is motivated by success, not by just my own work but the work of my employees and my employers. My skills are how determined I am at the growth of the company and the growth of my craft. I am knowledgeable of of being a manager and focused on high quality, and effective management in my work area.

Skills

Marketing initiatives
Product rotation
Staff training
Store growth planning
Customer outreach
Leadership development
Driving business growth
Creating store processes

Superior organization skills
Inventory control procedures
Dependable and reliable
Resolution-oriented
Effective team player
Strong communication skills
Adaptive team player

Experience

DJ's Rajun Cajun Steakhouse | Petersburg, VAKitchen Manager03/2019 - 11/2019

Received, organized and rotated paper goods and food ingredients.
Trained employees on correct cooking techniques, safety standards and performance strategies.
Established and enforced standards of personnel performance and service to provide customers with consistent and positive experiences.
Kept kitchen clean, neat and sanitized by implementing surface and equipment schedules and standards.
Cleaned and inspected food preparation areas for safe and sanitary food-handling practices.
Priced and ordered food products, kitchen equipment and food service supplies.
Identified, investigated and corrected operational issues such as inventory waste or theft to keep business operating at optimal levels.
Sought out and implemented methods to improve service and team performance and boost business sustainability.
Coordinated preparation of customer meals and monitored food handling for safety purposes.
Completed regular line checks to maximize quality assurance.
Maintained operations in full compliance with alcohol service standards and legal requirements to prevent incidents of overserving or underage drinking.
Reconciled daily transactions, balanced cash registers and deposited restaurant's earnings at bank.
Kept food storage and preparation equipment in good working order to maximize safety and cost-efficiency of operations.
Revamped and motivated kitchen staff to be highly efficient and produce consistent quality.
Trained workers in every position, including food preparation, money handling and cleaning roles.
Estimated supply requirements based on historical needs and projected business levels by accounting for special local events or sports games.

DJ's Java Joint | Petersburg, VAKitchen Manager03/2019 - 11/2019

Coordinated optimal guest relations from initial contact through final check-out to boost satisfaction and brand loyalty.
Worked with vendors to establish strong relationships and maintain proper inventory supplies.
Sought out and implemented methods to improve service and team performance and boost business sustainability.
Maximized food quality by closely monitoring shipments, preparation and food handling by team members.
Kept facility and equipment in good working condition through regular preventive maintenance and repair schedules.
Kept kitchen clean, neat and sanitized by implementing surface and equipment schedules and standards.
Completed regular line checks to maximize quality assurance.
Cleaned and inspected food preparation areas for safe and sanitary food-handling practices.
Maintained operations in full compliance with alcohol service standards and legal requirements to prevent incidents of overserving or underage drinking.
Handled escalated customer complaints to provide full resolutions and promote loyalty.
Kept food storage and preparation equipment in goodworking order to maximize safety and cost-efficiency of operations.
Trained employees on correct cooking techniques, safety standards and performance strategies.

Alibi's Bar And Grill | Petersburg, VAKitchen Manager02/2019 - 03/2019

Coordinated preparation of customer meals and monitored food handling for safety purposes.
Interviewed, hired, and supervised back of house staff.
Kept kitchen clean, neat and sanitized by implementing surface and equipment schedules and standards.
Kept facility and equipment in good working condition through regular preventive maintenance and repair schedules.
Completed regular line checks to maximize quality assurance.
Cleaned and inspected food preparation areas for safe and sanitary food-handling practices.
Received, organized and rotated paper goods and food ingredients.
Identified, investigated and corrected operational issues such as inventory waste or theft to keep business operating at optimal levels.
Assisted restaurant ownership with pricing by providing information about ingredient costs and correct portioning.
Worked with vendors to establish strong relationships and maintain proper inventory supplies.
Trained workers in every position, including food preparation, money handling and cleaning roles.
Controlled portion sizes and garnishing for optimal cost controls.
Priced and ordered food products, kitchen equipment and food service supplies.
Maximized food quality by closely monitoring shipments, preparation and food handling by team members.

Farm Fresh Supermarkets | Hampton , VASeafood Manager04/2014 - 04/2017

Delivered superior service to customers during high-volume hours to cultivate a great reputation for the company.
Informed customers about available seafood choices and convenience items.
Stocked and rotated seafood merchandise in accordance with company standards on merchandise presentation, safety, sanitation and customer service.
Educated team members on how to safely handle products, use equipment and keep accurate records in accordance with food safety guidelines.
Directed the daily work schedules of seafood department employees.
Worked one-on-one with employees to motivate while delivering constructive criticism in busy, retail environment.
Established, enforced and optimized departmental procedures and goals to optimize team performance and productivity.
Responded to customer inquiries and delivered appropriate information after carefully researching issues.
Monitored department for signs of theft by customers or employees and implemented corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
Collaborated with internal personnel and clientele to improve store operations and address concerns quickly.
Taught junior employees how to meet operational and sales goals with proactive strategies.
Saved costs, effectively negotiating vendor pricing contracts to increase savings.
Maintained inventory accuracy by accurately counting stock-on-hand and reconciling discrepancies.
Mentored employees and instructed on management of complicated sales, complex issues and difficult customers.
Streamlined operations and improved employee focus and productivity by prioritizing tasks prior to start of each shift.
Maintained detailed and accurate accounting records by overseeing documentation of sales, purchases and requisitions.

Education and Training

Bethel High School | Hampton, VAHigh School Diploma06/2015

Certifications

ServSafe Certified
Customer Service Representative Certificate
Leadership Essentials Certificate

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

DJ's Rajun Cajun Steakhouse
DJ's Java Joint
Alibi's Bar And Grill
Farm Fresh Supermarkets

School Attended

Bethel High School

Job Titles Held:

Kitchen Manager
Seafood Manager

Degrees

High School Diploma

Kitchen Manager Resume Example

Resume Score: 80%

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