A Kitchen Lead is a person responsible for supervising the food preparation and cooking activities in a kitchen facility. A well-drafted Kitchen Lead Resume describes the following duties and tasks – managing the kitchen staff, coordinating food orders, supervising food preparation and cooking tasks; checking food plating and temperature, establishing portion sizes; scheduling kitchen staff shifts; ordering food supplies and kitchen equipment, training kitchen staff on preparation work; storing food products in compliance with safety practices; maintaining sanitation and safety standards in the kitchen area; and keeping monthly cost reports.
The most sought-after skills for this post include the following – knowledge of a wide range of recipes, familiarity with kitchen sanitation and safety regulations; excellent organizational skills, conflict management abilities; the ability to manage a team, and flexibility to work during weekends and evenings. A certification from a culinary college or a degree in Restaurant Management is required.
Headline : Highly motivated and capable good cook & brew master with a real passion for preparing popular, beverages. A quick learner, who can effortlessly fit into an existing established environment and also encourage team staff to achieve their best when preparing meals.
Worked well with teammates and trained new workers in all areas of the kitchen, including taking orders, making orders, and cleaning up in an efficient manner.
Took weekly stock and inventory and ordered necessary items.
Unloaded product shipments and stocked freezers.
Started out being paid minimum wage, and got promoted to Kitchen Lead.
Made recommendations about the menu and how we would clean up at the end of the day.
Interacted with customers and would ensure every customer was satisfied with their service.
Ensured the quality and safety of food Kept the kitchen clean.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Associate
Sr. Kitchen Lead Resume
Summary : A position in Kitchen Lead offering advancement, professional growth, and a fast paced team oriented work place. Unlimited growth and support from one of the leaders in the industry.
Skills : Prep Cook, Line Cook, Cook.
Description :
Maintained sanitation, health, and safety standards in work areas.
Verified that prepared food meets requirements for quality and quantity.
Maintained kitchen work areas, equipment, or utensils in clean and orderly condition.
Cleaned garbage cans with water or steam.
Sorted and removed the trash, placing it in designated pickup areas.
Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
Verified that prepared food meets requirements for quality and quantity.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Senior
Education
Hospitality
Jr. Kitchen Lead Resume
Headline : To obtain a career that will further utilize current customer service, retail, and/or sales skills. That will also fit outgoing personality and has a chance of growth.
Maintained a clean and tidy kitchen as well as a dining room.
Assured that all employees are on task.
Made quality pizza, and maintained customer satisfaction.
Answered phone and schedule deliveries.
Resolved conflict with unsatisfied customers both in-person and over the phone.
Cleaned, prep, and closed for the next day.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Genral Studies
Kitchen Lead II Resume
Headline : Well trained and customer service driven Kitchen Lead seeking for a fulltime position in a long term care facility to utilize skills and obtain further experience to enrich lives.
Skills : Food Prep, Customer Service, Excel.
Description :
Responsible for cooking duties in a fast-paced environment.
Lead other cooks and food service workers to meet the demands of quick, accurate service required in a fast food atmosphere.
Maintained a safe working space aimed at food-safety and quality preparations.
Ensured appropriate temperatures were achieved, tracked and maintained for all foodstuffs.
Performed inventory tasks including reviewing stock and ordering supplies as needed.
Ensured the store, kitchen and all other areas were appropriately stocked.
Acted as cashier when required, handling monetary transactions for customers and engaging in customer relations and service as needed for patrons as a representative of the business.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Certificate
Kitchen Lead I Resume
Summary : Kitchen Lead professional with over ten years experience interacting with the public. Highly qualified in service-based, hospitality positions requiring an emphasis on customer satisfaction in a fast-paced environment.
Helped prepare and open up a brand new gourmet food truck on Dickson St, here in Fayetteville.
Included contribution to the menu, prepping all food, grinding meats, opening and closing the truck, customer service, regular maintenance.
Supervised Staff Culinary Operations Cleaned/ Sanitized kitchen and dining room.
Helped supervise fifty-plus employee's in front and back of the house per shift.
Helped set up deep cleaning tasks and checklists.
Maintained all freezers and refrigerators at proper temperatures
Conducted a temperature check every two hours and ensure that is properly logged
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
Genral Studies
Kitchen Lead/Cook Resume
Headline : Result oriented professional seeking to work in an organization where could learn, utilize skills and entire potential for the growth of the organization and myself, dynamically keeping pace with the challenges of the industry.
Skills : Cook, Prep Cook, Ktchen Lead.
Description :
Provided courteous and informative customer service in an open kitchen format.
Estimated staffing needs and adjusted hourly schedules in accordance with demand patterns, budget, and local labor laws.
Tasted and smelled all prepared dishes, and observed color, texture, and garnishes.
Implemented and supported company initiatives and programs.
Kept a clean and safe environment by adhering to all federal, state and local sanitation and safety requirements.
Established and maintained open, collaborative relationships with the kitchen team.
Build and fostered a team environment.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Culinary Arts
Associate Kitchen Lead Resume
Headline : Result oriented professional 15 years' experience in Food & Beverage, Operations, Training, Restaurant Management, Quality Compliance and Client Servicing. Completed Operation training.
Responsible for quality control, inventory-taking, food safety and truck orders.
Recorded customer orders and repeated them back in a clear, understandable manner. Correctly received orders, processed payments.
Followed a very strict meal plan based on the resident's health issues.
Prepared food for board feeding Preparation of food for all catered events Ordering of daily items Supervise kitchen personnel.
Prepared made to order breakfast sandwiches, grab & go lunch sandwiches, prepped fruit & vegetables for fresh-made grab & go items.
Insured proper food safety & daily cleaning & labeling as well as inventory & ordering pars.
Provided courteous and informative customer service in an open kitchen format.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Culinary Arts
Kitchen Lead Resume
Objective : To associate with organization where can put effort talent and hard work for the progress of the organization and where there is an immense scope to renovate skill.
Skills : Kitchen Cook, Prep Cook, Cook.
Description :
Catered private parties and big events.
Overlooked and ran a kitchen line.
Helped build a reputation for Keglers being the best sports bar.
Used cooking and grilling food: steaks, burgers, chicken, frozen foods, pasta, and desserts.
Able to keep a calm and steady pace in a high volume work environment.
Started as board person, worked my way up to kitchen lead, opening and closing the store, cashiering, drive-thru, Accomplishments made kitchen lead.
Started as a line cook and was eventually promoted to kitchen lead and a trainer.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
General Studies
Kitchen Lead Resume
Summary : Reliable and adaptable worker with an agreeable disposition and stellar customer service ethic. Adept ability to multi task and handle a number of workplace responsibilities with accuracy and efficiency.
Skills : Hospitality, Cook, Line cook.
Description :
Led each day by delegating duties, assigning tasks and follow-up with the team.
Maintained cleanliness and organization in a school kitchen.
Checked food quality and temperatures throughout the day to maintain health and safety regulations.
Prepared and setup all catering events submitted.
Assisted employees when needed.
Trained employees, explained tasks for food handling event preparations.
Maintained daily inventory for food and materials for operation in a safe and healthy manner.
Assisted with marketing to previous and potential customers in the area.
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