Kendrick Rodgers
Laurel, Maryland *****
******************@*****.***
Professional Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Skills
Kitchen Staff Supervision
Restaurant Industry Knowledge
Special Event Cooking
Organization and Prioritization
Cleaning and Sanitizing Methods
Teamwork and Collaboration
Restaurant Operation
Kitchen Preparation
Work History
March 2022 - Current
Buffalo Wild Wings Laurel, MD
Restaurant Cook
Oversaw grill, stove and oven and cleaned equipment after every shift.
Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals.
Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
Checked meat temperatures prior to plating and serving dishes, upholding strict standards for food safety and preparation.
Oversaw scheduling, inventory management and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
May 2017 - December 2021
Jianbing Company New York, NY
Kitchen Manager
Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling and surface cleaning.
Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
Wiped down counters using sanitizing spray to prevent cross-contamination among food items.
Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
Applied knowledge of previous supply needs and forecasted business levels to estimate required supplies.
January 2012 - February 2017
Hewlett Packard, HP Richmond, VA
Warehouse Worker
Loaded, unloaded and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
Wrapped pallets in shrink wrap prior to loading.
Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
Readied product pallets for optimal storage and shipment, carefully organizing boxes and balancing weight.
Education
February 2006
J Sargent Reynolds Community College Richmond VA
Business Business Administration