Kitchen Manager Resume Samples

Kitchen managers are accountable for smooth running of various kitchen facilities. A kitchen manager takes charge of maintaining kitchen equipment, assists in menu development, product acquisition, supervision and coordination of kitchen staff. A well-crafted Kitchen Manager Resume includes the following job description – employee scheduling, food ordering and checking food quality, managing the whole kitchen from employee training to purchasing kitchen equipment, ensuring health standards in cooking, interviewing and hiring kitchen staff and placing orders to vendors.

The job skills attached to this line of activity include good customer service skills, attention to details, leadership and management skills; kitchen managers should have a good collaboration and speaking skills, they should be physically strong and have a high level of stamina to withstand long working hours. Although not mandatory, a degree in the food service management or the related is increasingly considered valuable for this post.

 

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Kitchen Manager Resume

Summary : Accomplished and energetic in food Service. Motivated leader with strong organizational and prioritization abilities. Friendly and enthusiastic Cook with 27 years of specialization in Food service. Able to learn new tasks quickly and proficient in customer relationships. Represent establishment with friendly, professional demeanor at all times.

Skills : Cooking, Data Entry, Inventory Management, Customer Service

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Description :

  1. Monitor food preparation methods, portion sizes, and garnishing and presentation of food to ensure that food is prepared and presented in an acceptable manner.
  2. Investigate and resolve complaints regarding food quality, service, or accommodations.
  3. Coordinate assignments of cooking personnel to ensure economical use of food and timely preparation.
  4. Schedule and receive food and beverage deliveries, checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
  5. Perform some food preparation or service tasks such as cooking, clearing tables, and serving food and drinks when necessary.
  6. Plan menus and food utilization based on anticipated number of guests, nutritional value, palatability, popularity, and costs.
  7. Keep records required by government agencies regarding sanitation, and food subsidies when appropriate.
  8. Organize and direct worker training programs, resolve personnel problems, hire new staff, and evaluate employee performance in dining and lodging facilities.
Years of Experience
Experience
10+ Years
Experience Level
Level
Senior
Education
Education
Diploma


Assistant Kitchen Manager Resume

Summary : Hardworking Kitchen Manager with background in quickly taking orders, managing the drive-thru window and preparing food. Fast food sit down restaurant professional focused on greeting all customers in a friendly, welcoming manner. Seeking added responsibilities to help restaurant operations run smoothly. Food kitchen manager with exceptional interpersonal skills. Reliable, punctual and works well under pressure.

Skills : Basic Knowledge Of Microsoft Excel And Word. Manager Serve Safe Food, Alcohol , And Ras Trained., Kitchen Managing

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Description :

  1. Demonstrated integrity and honesty while interacting with guests, team members and managers. Operated the drive-through window and sales register quickly and efficiently.
  2. Cross-trained and coordinated scheduling with team members to ensure seamless service. Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume, fast-paced operations.
  3. Followed food safety procedures according to company policies and health and sanitation regulations.
  4. Prepared quality products while maintaining proper food safety practices, portion control and presentation within service goal times.
  5. Stored food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage or cross- contamination.
  6. Maintained a clean and safe environment, including in the kitchen, bathrooms, building exterior, parking lot, dumpster and sidewalk.
  7. Communicated openly and honestly with the management team during each shift to ensure it ran smoothly.
Years of Experience
Experience
10+ Years
Experience Level
Level
Senior
Education
Education
Diploma


Line Cook/Kitchen Manager Resume

Objective : Line cook, Kitchen manager with experience in high pressure culinary environments. Skilled in preparing large volumes of food quickly and efficiently. Seeking to use culinary skills and expertise to prepare a variety of dishes in a professional, rewarding environment.

Skills : Inventory Managent, Heavy Lifting, Repetitive Tasks, Crew Leadership, Time Managememt, Adaptability, Knowledge Of Kitchen Equipment

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Description :

  • Completed bi-weekly schedules and managed time off requests for 25 kitchen employees while maintaining adequate coverage for operations.
  • Calculated and submitted weekly inventory counts on all food and supplies for corporate.
  • Managed the collaboration and communication between the kitchen team and front of house operations to ensure a positive customer experience.
  • Operate restaurant under budget while meeting all food costs train and develop new and existing staff and trainers.
  • Handled and prevented any and all guest complaints in regards to service and food quality.
  • Completed kitchen schedules each week in addition to placing food, produce and liquor orders as needed.
  • Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
  • Years of Experience
    Experience
    0-2 Years
    Experience Level
    Level
    Entry Level
    Education
    Education
    Diploma

    Prep Kitchen Manager Resume

    Objective : To obtain a Kitchen Manager position that will enable to use educational background, work experience, and ability to work well with people. Professional and experienced Chef seeks position in fine dining/upscale casual dining atmosphere where can utilize culinary education, creativity, and talents to continue to develop these skills.

    Skills : Data Entry, Oredering, Forklift, Typing, General Office Duties, Ten Key, Cash Handling

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    Description :

    1. Learned how to cook in a kitchen and developed knowledge of a cook in a high volume restaurant.
    2. Managed the kitchen and set up systems for correct pull thaw, prep list, and food rotation as well as controlling labor cost.
  • Handled and prevented any and all guest complaints in regards to service and food quality.
  • Coordinated, communicated, and determined scheduled sanitation performance with all kitchen employees; to include the daily sanitation of utensils, and preparation equipment and areas.
  • Researched and maintained subsistence and updated food service menu material.
  • Verified proper portion sizes and consistently attained high food quality standards.
  • Organize and plan catering parties schedule times or work for employees order and inspect food deliveries.
  • Years of Experience
    Experience
    0-2 Years
    Experience Level
    Level
    Junior
    Education
    Education
    Culinary Arts

    Chef/Kitchen Manager Resume

    Objective : Full service restaurant manager with a winning attitude and a desire to deliver an exceptional dining experience. Hardworking, dedicated leader experienced in planning daily operations, team-building, sales forecasting, and inventory management in the front and back of house. Seeking to advance my career in the food service industry.

    Skills : Customer Service, Communication, Computer Literate, Cooking

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    Description :

    1. Schedule and receive food and beverage deliveries, checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
    2. Prepare and cook foods of all types, either on a regular basis or for special guests or functions.
    3. Perform service tasks such as clearing tables, and serving food and drinks when necessary. Meet with customers to discuss menus for special occasions, such as parties, or banquets.
    4. Review work procedures and operational problems to determine ways to improve service, performance, or safety.
    5. Investigate and resolve complaints regarding food quality, service, or accommodations. Determine how food should be presented and create decorative food displays.
    6. Instruct and supervise cooks or other workers in the preparation, cooking, garnishing, or presentation of food.
  • Assisted kitchen staff in nightly cleaning duties, and implemented on the spot inspections to reduce complacent cleaning behavior.
  • Years of Experience
    Experience
    2-5 Years
    Experience Level
    Level
    Executive
    Education
    Education
    Culinary Arts

    Executive Kitchen Manager Resume

    Headline : Proven ability to produce quality menu items under tight deadlines. Restaurant Manager with a winning attitude and desire to deliver a exceptional dining experience. Focused on setting high expectations and raising service standards.

    Skills : Cooking, Inventory, Management, Customer Service, Computer

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    Description :

    1. Learned about composting, and daily farming routines, such as, watering, collecting eggs, milking cows, weeding, and harvesting.
    2. Established and maintained open, collaborative relationships with the kitchen team.
    3. Conducted daily inspections and maintained food sanitation and kitchen equipment safety reports.
    4. Displayed a positive and friendly attitude towards customers and fellow team members. The orientation of important safety and health issues dealing with food service to co-workers.
    5. Minimized loss and misuse of equipment through proper restaurant supervision and staff training.
    6. Controlled day to day operations by scheduling labor, ordering food and supplies and developing the kitchen team.
  • Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
  • Years of Experience
    Experience
    5-7 Years
    Experience Level
    Level
    Consultant
    Education
    Education
    MBA

    Kitchen Manager/Cook Resume

    Objective : Highly qualified Management Professional with 3 years of experience and success in the Food industry. Served as large business event planner for conference with more than 300 attendees. Experienced Hotel Manager highly effective at launching full-service hotels on schedule and within budget. Natural leader committed to excellence in service.

    Skills : Microsoft Office All Versions, Microsoft Dynamics CRM Software, Hiring, Microsoft Sharepoint, Account Management, Data Entry, Management, Customer Service, Payroll

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    Description :

    1. Monitor food preparation methods, portion sizes, and garnishing and presentation of food to ensure that food is prepared and presented in an acceptable manner.
    2. Investigate and resolve complaints regarding food quality, service, or accommodations. Coordinate assignments of cooking personnel to ensure economical use of food and timely preparation.
    3. Schedule and receive food and beverage deliveries, checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
    4. Plan menus and food utilization based on the anticipated number of guests, nutritional value, palatability, popularity, and costs.
    5. Perform some food preparation or service tasks such as cooking, clearing tables, and serving food and drinks when necessary.
    6. Organize and direct worker training programs, resolve personnel problems, hire new staff, and evaluate employee performance in dining and lodging facilities.
  • Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
  • Years of Experience
    Experience
    2-5 Years
    Experience Level
    Level
    Executive
    Education
    Education
    Diploma

    Senior Kitchen Manager Resume

    Summary : Expert in managing kitchen staff and preparing foods at reduced cost without compromising quality and taste. To obtain a full time managerial position in a challenging work environment that will enable me to continue to further and utilize my extensive customer service, supervisory and leadership expertise.

    Skills : Temps, Mother Sauces, Cooking Techniques, Baking Custards. Specializing In Pastas, Soups/breads And Pub And Grub.

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    Description :

  • Assist cooks and kitchen staff with various tasks as needed, and provide cooks with needed items.
  • Plan, direct, or supervise the food preparation or cooking activities of multiple kitchens or restaurants in an establishment such as a restaurant chain, hospital, or hotel.
  • Provided courteous and informative customer service in an open kitchen format.
  • Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of all food products.
  • Managed shifts to include daily decision making, scheduling, planning while upholding standard, product quality and cleanliness of the kitchen/restaurant.
  • Estimated food consumptions, monitored inventory and scheduled delivery of fresh food and beverages.
  • Followed security procedures to promote safety awareness for the health and welfare of the customer.
  • Years of Experience
    Experience
    10+ Years
    Experience Level
    Level
    Senior
    Education
    Education
    Diploma

    Lead Cook/Kitchen Manager Resume

    Objective : Hardworking with background in quickly taking orders, managing the drive-thru window and preparing food. Experienced Hotel Manager highly effective at launching full-service hotels on schedule and within budget. Natural leader committed to excellence in service.

    Skills : Data Entry, Inventory Management, Customer Service

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    Description :

    1. Purchased adequate quantities of necessary restaurant items, including food, beverages, equipment, and supplies.
    2. Conducted passion raps to ensure all employees were aware of policy changes, shift notes, and food/beverage items for the day.
    3. Estimated food consumptions, monitored inventory and scheduled delivery of fresh food and beverages accordingly.
    4. Researched vendors for service, pricing, customer service to make appropriate changes and assure the quality of products.
    5. Following health department guideline and the company strict policies when making the recipes.
    6. Supervised the front and kitchen employees and achieved great improvements in moral and productivities.
  • Perform some food preparation or service tasks such as cooking, clearing tables, and serving food and drinks when necessary.
  • Years of Experience
    Experience
    2-5 Years
    Experience Level
    Level
    Executive
    Education
    Education
    Culinary Arts

    Kitchen Manager Resume

    Headline : Self motivated and extremely passionate in all things food. Began career in the food service industry and have been working in restaurants for over 7 years. Finding that balance of great products, trustworthy vendors and talented staff to cook and serve great food at a fair price can be difficult to achieve but when it all comes together to exceed the customers.

    Skills : Food Protection Manager Certification, HACCP Plan Development And Implementation

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    Description :

  • Established cleaning and detailing schedules for all equipment, including hoods and walk-ins; cook line.
  • Hired and trained kitchen staff on proper use of equipment, food handling, and portion sizing.
  • Received quality products to restaurant from supply warehouse in a sanitary manner, with 100% accuracy.
  • Ensured freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock.
  • Reduced food costs by 100 percent by using seasonal ingredients, setting standards for portion size and minimizing waste.
  • Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
  • Promoted a positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.
  • Years of Experience
    Experience
    5-7 Years
    Experience Level
    Level
    Consultant
    Education
    Education
    Diploma