Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Jesse Spencer

Boise

Summary

Proven Kitchen Manager with a track record of enhancing kitchen operations at Twisted District Brew Co through meticulous inventory control and waste reduction. Excelled in fostering teamwork and collaboration, significantly improving efficiency. Skilled in food safety and adept at creating positive guest experiences. Achieved notable health inspection scores, demonstrating strong attention to detail and commitment to excellence.

Experienced with overseeing kitchen operations and maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene. Utilizes effective team leadership and organizational skills to ensure smooth daily operations. Track record of implementing efficient inventory management systems and staff training programs.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Kitchen Manager

Twisted District Brew Co
12.2020 - 04.2024
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
  • Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost 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.
  • Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
  • Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.
  • Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen team and service areas for optimal guest experiences.
  • Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
  • Consistently met or exceeded local health department inspection requirements through diligent adherence to safety protocols and maintaining thorough documentation records.
  • Improved kitchen efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and optimizing staff scheduling.
  • Developed and implemented kitchen policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for kitchen operations and comply with regulations.
  • Achieved rapid ticket times during peak service hours by effectively managing workflow distribution across various stations.
  • Calculated prices of ingredients to monitor food costs and control expenses.

Cook Supervisor

Hilton Garden Inn
02.2016 - 01.2019
  • Ensured consistent food quality with strict adherence to recipes, portion control, and presentation standards.
  • Trained new hires in proper cooking techniques, equipment usage, and safety protocols, increasing overall team proficiency.
  • Exceeded health inspection standards consistently by maintaining a stringent focus on cleanliness and sanitation practices throughout the kitchen space.
  • Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining cooking processes and implementing time-saving techniques.

Education

GED -

Joplin School
Idaho
05-2020

Skills

  • Multitasking and organization
  • Customer service
  • Food safety
  • Inventory management
  • Food preparation
  • Kitchen management
  • Inventory control
  • Waste reduction
  • Attention to detail
  • Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
  • Ordering supplies
  • Cleaning and sanitation
  • Health code compliance
  • Recipes and menu planning
  • Supply ordering
  • Employee scheduling
  • ServSafe certification
  • Recipe creation

Certification

  • ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification - National Restaurant Association.
  • ServSafe Food Handler's Certification

Timeline

Kitchen Manager

Twisted District Brew Co
12.2020 - 04.2024

Cook Supervisor

Hilton Garden Inn
02.2016 - 01.2019

GED -

Joplin School
Jesse Spencer