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Ridgeland, MS Street Address PHONE NUMBER AVAILABLE EMAIL AVAILABLETalented kitchen leader offer years of experience in preparing and serving diverse foods. Motivates employees to exceed customer expectations in high-volume settings while maintaining strong quality and cost controls. Service-oriented with good multitasking, safety management and decision-making skills. Staff ManagementPolicies and proceduresVerbal and written communicationTraining and OnboardingSupply Ordering and ManagementMoney HandlingPOS System OperationService Delivery ManagementRecruitment and HiringEmployee Performance EvaluationsHealth Code ComplianceFood presentationKitchen ManagementShift Lead Cook, 07/2023 - 02/2024McDonald's Ridgeland, MSStreamlined prep work by organizing kitchen stations effectively and training junior staff on best practices for efficient workflow.Implemented effective cross-training initiatives, which allowed team members to seamlessly cover various roles during peak service times.Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours. Oversaw proper storage procedures for perishable items, ensuring freshness and minimizing spoilage risks. Coordinated with the front-of-house staff to ensure timely dish preparation and delivery for optimal guest experience.Manager, 08/2016 - 07/2023Pizza ShackDelivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performancePROFESSIONAL SUMMARYSKILLSWORK HISTORYCreated and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce wasteDelegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of mealsScheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget Applied knowledge of previous supply needs and forecasted business levels to estimate required supplies Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action and performance reviews. Cook, 05/2014 - 08/2016Soulshine Pizza FactoryInspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance and cleanliness of production and service areasCollaborated with vendors to source desired recipe ingredients while maintaining tight cost controls Developed and cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out. Cook/ cashier/ Lead, 03/2011 - 05/2013Diary QueenSupervised team members and oversaw effective and efficient completion of job duties Set performance goals for individual team members and created reward systems and contests Studied building plans and inspected structures to assess material and equipment needs Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance and cleanliness of production and service areasCollaborated with vendors to source desired recipe ingredients while maintaining tight cost controls Developed and cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment. GED: 05/2006Ridgeland High School - Ridgeland, MS8/17/2017-8/17/2023, ServSafe CertificationEDUCATIONCERTIFICATIONS |