Parker Kauffman
Greenwood
Summary
Hardworking Kitchen Supervisor driven to maximize guest satisfaction with exceptional food. Train, discipline and motivate team members to new levels of excellence. Proven history of effective leadership and maximized productivity. Energetic kitchen professional with excellent leadership and organizational skills. Focused on increasing team productivity while meeting exacting standards for presentation and taste. Accomplished multitasker with disciplined approach.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Supervisor
The Icehouse
02.2022 - Current
- Trained new team members on kitchen procedures, safety protocols, and company standards.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering open communication and resolving conflicts in a timely manner.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless guest experiences from order placement to meal delivery.
- Disciplined and motivated staff to achieve challenging objectives in fast-paced culinary environments.
- Trained new hires in food handling and safety protocols to boost knowledge and performance.
- Supervised food presentation and plating to enhance visual appeal.
- Maximized team productivity by expertly delegating tasks to kitchen staff.
- Coordinated kitchen activities with front-of-house staff for seamless and service.
Front of House Staff Member
Alex's Family Resturant
10.2020 - 05.2022
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by delivering exceptional service and maintaining a clean, welcoming environment.
- Increased repeat business through friendly interactions and promptly addressing any issues or concerns.
- Contributed to positive guest experiences by assisting with menu recommendations and knowledgeably answering questions about food preparation and ingredients.
- Played an integral role in resolving customer complaints quickly while maintaining professionalism under pressure situations.
- Established welcoming atmosphere by greeting each guest warmly.
- Helped guests at tables when in need of assistance.
- Trained new staff in front-of-house procedures, customer relations, and cleaning.
- Assisted servers with delivering food, filling beverages, and retrieving items for guests.
- Reset tables between guests by restocking low items and wiping down surfaces.
Education
High School Diploma -
Stratford High School
Goose Creek, SC05.2023
Skills
- Kitchen Staff Coordination
- Team Management
- Food Plating and Presentation
- Order Delivery Practices
- Opening and Closing Procedures
- Staff Management
- Staff Training
- Kitchen Management
- Performance Improvement
- Food Presentation
- Team Leadership
- Adaptability
- Problem Solving
- Time Management
- Worker Training
- Work Area Inspection
- Work Station Assignments
- Team Collaboration
- Task Delegation
- Cash Handling
- Kitchen Staff Supervision
Accomplishments
Delivered the opening speech at my high school graduation
Timeline
Kitchen Supervisor
The Icehouse
02.2022 - Current
Front of House Staff Member
Alex's Family Resturant
10.2020 - 05.2022
High School Diploma -
Stratford High School
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