Serenity Kunkel
Polo
Summary
Dynamic Assistant Kitchen Manager at Casey’s General Store with a proven track record in waste reduction and food safety compliance. Expert in optimizing kitchen workflows and enhancing team collaboration, resulting in improved productivity and customer satisfaction. Skilled in staff training and development, fostering a positive work environment while maintaining high sanitation standards.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Casey’s General Store
Polo, IL
08.2023 - Current
- Oversaw daily kitchen operations, ensuring strict compliance with health and safety standards.
- Facilitated training and mentorship for new staff on food preparation techniques and equipment operation.
- Optimized inventory management processes, reducing waste through enhanced tracking systems.
- Facilitated collaboration with kitchen staff to optimize workflows and boost productivity during peak hours.
- Established quality control measures to guarantee consistency in food presentation and flavor.
- Executed regular equipment inspections, coordinating maintenance activities to minimize downtime.
- Oversaw daily kitchen operations, delegating tasks to staff members to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing feedback and refining kitchen procedures.
- Executed daily inspections of refrigerators and freezers to ensure compliance with food storage labeling standards and cleanliness protocols.
- Ensured cleanliness and safety of work environment through regular inspections and adherence to health and safety regulations.
- Facilitated hiring and training of new kitchen staff to enhance team dynamics and productivity.
- Cultivated a positive workplace culture by promoting open communication, constructive feedback, and mutual respect among team members.
- Guided kitchen staff in implementing proper food handling techniques to uphold local health regulations.
- Exhibited exceptional problem-solving abilities in addressing unexpected challenges and emergencies within kitchen operations.
- Enhanced employee morale by recognizing hard work and offering support during challenging situations.
Skills
- Waste reduction
- Food preparation
- Sanitation standards
- Food safety compliance
- Food production management
- Productivity improvement
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking and organization
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Food safety
- Team collaboration and leadership
- Safe food handling
- Staff training and development
- Team building
Timeline
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Casey’s General Store
08.2023 - Current