Food Preparation Service Delivery

RAYON PIRTLE

Ridgeland, MS ***** 601-***-**** **********@*****.***

Talented kitchen leader offer years of experience in preparing and serving diverse foods. Motivates employees to exceed customer expectations in high-volume settings while maintaining strong quality and cost controls. Service-oriented with good multitasking, safety management and decision-making skills. Staff Management

Policies and procedures

Verbal and written communication

Training and Onboarding

Supply Ordering and Management

Money Handling

POS System Operation

Service Delivery Management

Recruitment and Hiring

Employee Performance Evaluations

Health Code Compliance

Food presentation

Kitchen Management

Shift Lead Cook, 07/2023 - 02/2024

McDonald's – Ridgeland, MS

Streamlined prep work by organizing kitchen stations effectively and training junior staff on best practices for efficient workflow.

Implemented effective cross-training initiatives, which allowed team members to seamlessly cover various roles during peak service times.

Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours. Oversaw proper storage procedures for perishable items, ensuring freshness and minimizing spoilage risks. Coordinated with the front-of-house staff to ensure timely dish preparation and delivery for optimal guest experience.

Manager, 08/2016 - 07/2023

Pizza Shack

Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

SKILLS

WORK HISTORY

Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste

Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals

Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget Applied knowledge of previous supply needs and forecasted business levels to estimate required supplies Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action and performance reviews. Cook, 05/2014 - 08/2016

Soulshine Pizza Factory

Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance and cleanliness of production and service areas

Collaborated with vendors to source desired recipe ingredients while maintaining tight cost controls Developed and cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out. Cook/ cashier/ Lead, 03/2011 - 05/2013

Diary Queen

Supervised team members and oversaw effective and efficient completion of job duties Set performance goals for individual team members and created reward systems and contests Studied building plans and inspected structures to assess material and equipment needs Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance and cleanliness of production and service areas

Collaborated with vendors to source desired recipe ingredients while maintaining tight cost controls Developed and cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment. GED: 05/2006

Ridgeland High School - Ridgeland, MS

8/17/2017-8/17/2023, ServSafe Certification

EDUCATION

CERTIFICATIONS

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