Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Ciji Alcorn

Chicago

Summary

Dynamic Kitchen Manager with a proven track record of success, excelling in food safety, and staff training. Enhanced kitchen efficiency through streamlined processes, and consistently surpassed health inspection standards. Adept at multitasking and fostering a collaborative team environment, ensuring high-quality food preparation, and exceptional service.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Kitchen Manager

The Goddard School of Dublin
Chicago
10.2020 - 03.2025
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department policies and procedures.
  • Schedule and receive food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food costs and budget.
  • Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
  • Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.

Kitchen Manager

The Gardner School
Chicago
06.2016 - 10.2020
  • Oversaw daily operations of the kitchen including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes and plate presentation.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable local, state and federal laws governing food service operations.
  • Inspected equipment regularly to identify necessary repairs or replacements.
  • Trained new employees on kitchen procedures and policies.

Kitchen Staff Member

Kids and Company
Chicago
08.2012 - 06.2016
  • Stocked and replenished kitchen supplies and ingredients as needed.
  • Cooked meals or specialty items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff.
  • Performed other related duties as assigned by supervisor.
  • Organized all storage areas in an efficient manner to maximize space utilization.

Education

GED -

Kennedy King College
Chicago, IL
04-2025

Skills

  • Food safety
  • Inventory management
  • Time management
  • Customer service
  • Team building
  • Employee training

Certification

  • Certified Foodservice Manager
  • Illinois food Handler

Timeline

Kitchen Manager

The Goddard School of Dublin
10.2020 - 03.2025

Kitchen Manager

The Gardner School
06.2016 - 10.2020

Kitchen Staff Member

Kids and Company
08.2012 - 06.2016

GED -

Kennedy King College
Ciji Alcorn