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KITCHEN MANAGER
Professional Summary

Experienced Manager bringing demonstrated success in developing and motivating strong restaurant teams to assist anywhere from 40-60 customers hourly. Keeps all areas clean and sanitized while managing inventory and preventing waste. Positive and upbeat with customers and team members alike.

I have previos managing and supervisor skills. I am a avery quick learner and i am easy to train. My passion has always been management. I feel as though I am more of a leader than a follower. Although, i know you have to follow in order to lead.

Skills
  • Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
  • Recipes and menu planning
  • Recruitment
  • Kitchen Staff Coordination
  • Food Preparation and Safety
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Order Delivery Practices
  • Order Accuracy
  • Food Plating and Presentation
  • Operations management
  • Staff Management
  • Performance improvement
  • Motivational style
  • Safe food handling
  • Menu development
  • Budgeting
  • First aid knowledge
  • Marketing and sales
  • Cleanliness
  • Cost controls
  • Scheduling
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Workflow planning
  • High-volume dining
Work History
Kitchen Manager, 09/2019 to Current
Company Name – City, State
  • Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
  • Continuously evaluated business operations to effectively align workflows for optimal area coverage and customer satisfaction.
  • Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
  • Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
  • Helped general management develop prices based on inventory costs and portion sizes.
  • Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance and cleanliness of production and service areas.
  • Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
  • Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
  • Spearheaded regular maintenance and repair operations to keep building and equipment in peak condition.
  • Hired, trained and managed all kitchen staff, including employee development, issuing disciplinary action and conducting performance reviews.
  • Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
  • Hired and managed all kitchen staff.
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
  • Resolved challenging customer complaints to full satisfaction, promoting brand loyalty and maximizing repeat business.
  • Purchased food and cultivated strong vendor relationships.
  • Coordinated and organized all restaurant inventory.
  • Wiped down counters using sanitizing spray to prevent cross-contamination among food items.
  • Maximized quality assurance by completing frequent checks of line.
  • Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
  • Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and increase efficiency in different areas.
Production Line Supervisor, 02/2018 to 10/2019
Company Name – City, State
  • Supervised 20 staff by boosting performance and training on efficiency and productivity protocols.
  • Escalated safety and quality issues and initiated remedial actions promptly.
  • Researched and tested new materials for production.
  • Led quality control initiatives to reduce downtime and boost profits.
  • Met aggressive production and safety goals while minimizing equipment downtime.
  • Recommended and executed quality improvements for production and product quality.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge and information about technology and plant management best practices.
  • Standardized production procedures, job roles and quality assurance guidelines.
  • Immediately addressed all expired product dispositions.
  • Completed and maintained accurate and organized records, documents and reports
  • Sourced materials to keep up with production goals and meet customer demands.
  • Supported machine operators in setup and operation of production equipment resulting in efficient runs.
  • Planned, directed, coordinated and assigned manpower to meet aggressive production schedules.
  • Implemented quality improvement changes to minimize product defect rates.
Manager, 02/2012 to 03/2016
Company Name – City, State
  • Evaluated suppliers by assessing quality, timeliness and compliance of deliveries to maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational efficiency.
  • Delivered feedback to decision-makers regarding employee performance and training needs.
  • Reviewed performance data to monitor and measure productivity, goal progress and activity levels.
  • Achieved or exceeded financial goals on regular basis by controlling expenses, optimizing schedules and regulating inventory usage.
  • Applied performance data to evaluate and improve operations, target current business conditions and forecast needs.
  • Onboarded new employees, including training, mentoring and new hire documentation.
  • Scheduled employees for [Timeframe] shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
  • Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
  • Directed management meetings to enhance collaboration and maintain culture based on trust and group problem-solving.
  • Boosted team member productivity by enhancing performance monitoring and instituting motivational approaches.
  • Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
  • Promoted positive customer experience through day-to-day supervision and management of theatre facility.
  • Monitored over 10 employees' day-to-day activities and made plans to rectify issues resulting in a over all good day.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
  • Assisted with marketing strategy creation and advertising initiatives to better promote facility to public.
  • Eased team transitions and new employee orientation through effective training and development.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
  • Delegated daily tasks to employees, streamlining daily progress and efficiency.
  • Recruited, hired and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
  • Updated and resolved incidents and managed accessorial charges objectively while maximizing profit.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
  • Managed, trained and motivated assistant managers and cashiers to continuously improve knowledge and abilities in day to day operations.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
Education
High School Diploma: 05/2012
West High School - City
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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • West High School

Job Titles Held:

  • Kitchen Manager
  • Production Line Supervisor
  • Manager

Degrees

  • High School Diploma : 05/2012

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