Cedric Jackson
Jacksonville,IL
Summary
A seasoned Kitchen Manager with a proven track record at IHOP, exceling in enhancing kitchen operations and reducing food waste. Skilled in cooking and customer service, successfully trained teams to improve performance by implementing rigorous food safety standards, achieving significant efficiency and quality in food preparation and service.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Hi-Point
05.2021 - 01.2022
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
Assistant Kitchen Manager
54th Street Grill & Bar
06.2016 - 05.2021
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Managed daily kitchen operations, delegating tasks among staff members to optimize workflow and maintain high-quality standards.
- Supported timely service by coordinating with front-of-house staff to ensure accurate order completion and prompt delivery.
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture by fostering open communication, constructive feedback, and mutual respect among team members.
Kitchen Manager
Subzero Vodka Bar
02.2019 - 03.2020
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
Kitchen Manager
IHOP
11.2013 - 06.2016
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Reviewed and analyzed kitchen performance to verify gaps and observe continuous improvement.
- Implemented and maintained food safety and sanitation standards to establish safe handling and preparation of food.
- Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.
Education
High School Diploma -
East Saint Louis Senior High School
East St. Louis, IL05.2004
Skills
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Food preparation
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Hospitality and service industry background
- Food waste reduction
- Performance improvement
- Waste reduction
- Cost control
- Scheduling staff
- BOH operations
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Hi-Point
05.2021 - 01.2022
Kitchen Manager
Subzero Vodka Bar
02.2019 - 03.2020
Assistant Kitchen Manager
54th Street Grill & Bar
06.2016 - 05.2021
Kitchen Manager
IHOP
11.2013 - 06.2016
High School Diploma -
East Saint Louis Senior High School
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