Kitchen Manager Resume Example Pitfire

KITCHEN MANAGER

Summary

With an extensive background of experience in the food industry I am just ready and looking for the company that will allow me to turn a job into a career.

Skills

Leadership
Time management
Dependable

Quality control
Team player

Experience

02/2016 to 06/2019

Kitchen ManagerPitfire － Pasadena , CA

Revamped and motivated kitchen staff to be highly efficient and produce consistent quality.
Trained employees on correct cooking techniques, safety standards and performance strategies.
Coordinated preparation of customer meals and monitored food handling for safety purposes.
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.
Developed and implemented strategies to enhance team performance, improve processes and increase efficiency.
Trained workers in every restaurant position, including food preparation, money handling and cleaning roles.
Identified, investigated and corrected operational issues such as inventory waste or theft to keep business operating at optimal levels.
Maximized team performance by training new employees on proper food handling, guest expectations and restaurant protocols.
Controlled portion sizes and garnishing for optimal cost controls.

05/2013 to 10/2016

CookUc Health － Laramie , WY

Sanitized food preparation areas, grills and equipment to avoid cross-contamination from raw items.
Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
Set up and performed initial prep work for food items such as soups, sauces and salads.
Established and maintained open, collaborative relationships with kitchen team to maximize efficiency.
Modified standard recipes to account for ingredient issues or customer requests, including allergen concerns.
Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
Weighed, measured and mixed ingredients, following recipes to produce quality dishes.
Interacted effectively with wait staff regarding special orders for customers, including those with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of busy periods, including dinner rush.
Collaborated closely with food and beverage leadership to conduct staff meetings and resolve service, product and personnel issues.
Grilled and deep fried various foods, including meats, potatoes and fish.
Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize salmonella and other foodborne illnesses.
Mixed, weighed and proofed ingredients to match exact recipe formula.

04/2011 to 02/2013

Wok CookHard Rock Hotels And Casinos － Hollywood , CA

Developed delicious wok-centered dishes, which incorporated meat, seafood, vegetables and dumplings.
Set up kitchen for dinner rush by cutting meat and chopping vegetables.
Crafted high-quality and aesthetically-pleasing meals of freshest ingredients available.
Sanitized all food preparation areas with company-approved cleaning products
Operated all kitchen equipment safely to avoid injuries.
Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
Rotated stock items and ingredients to maintain efficiency and freshness.
Sanitized workstation at end of shift to prevent foodborne illnesses.
Chopped, diced and sliced ingredients for salads, stir-fries and other dishes.
Worked closely with Cashiers to obtain order information and accurately complete customers' orders.
Properly utilized various cooking utensils to prepare range of food items.
Followed recipes to maintain restaurant standards and satisfy customers.
Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
Put together multiple, concurrent orders during customer rushes, including dinner and lunch hours.
Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.

01/2009 to 02/2011

Grill CookSorrel River Ranch － Moab , UT

Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
Cleaned grills and other kitchen tools and areas.
Grilled various cuts of meat and seafood items to meet customer specifications and food handling standards.
Assisted in preparation of menu items such as steaks, burgers and sandwiches.
Cooked all food to order ensuring adherence to company quality standards.
Reviewed quality standards and verified continuous application throughout kitchen environment.
Supported other kitchen team members when needed.
Distributed prepared food to servers in efficient manner.
Maintained cleanliness and organization of all line workstations.
Marinated food items according to corporate-provided instructions and recipes.
Sanitized workstation before and after shift to prevent illness and food contamination.
Created nutritious, safe, visually appealing, innovative and properly prepared and flavored food.
Set up and performed initial prep work for food items such as soups, sauces and salads.
Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products resulting in consistently high scores on health inspections.
Garnished and arranged plated meals.

Education and Training

Associate of Arts: Welding TechnologyAustin Community College － City, State

Resume Overview

School Attended

Austin Community College

Job Titles Held:

Kitchen Manager
Cook
Wok Cook
Grill Cook

Degrees

Associate of Arts : Welding Technology

Kitchen Manager Resume Example

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