Kevin Kell
Wilmington
Summary
Experienced in overseeing kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations while maintaining high standards of food quality. Developed and implemented kitchen policies and procedures that improved efficiency and sanitation practices. Trained staff on proper food handling techniques, contributing to a knowledgeable team capable of delivering consistent results. Managed inventory and vendor relationships, optimizing supply ordering processes to support high-volume dining environments.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Cast Iron Kitchen
Wilmington
05.2022 - 05.2025
- Developed and implemented kitchen policies, procedures and quality standards.
- Trained new employees on kitchen procedures and policies.
- Oversaw daily operations of the kitchen including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes and plate presentation.
- Supervised food production processes ensuring high quality standards were met throughout each stage of preparation.
- Ordered ingredients and supplies to maintain adequate inventory levels for the kitchen.
- Performed weekly inventories of food items stored in refrigerators or freezers.
- Created weekly schedules for kitchen staff members based on anticipated business volume.
- Trained workers in food preparation, money handling, and cleaning roles to facilitate restaurant operations.
- Trained employees on cooking techniques, safety standards and performance strategies.
- Planned kitchen staff schedules to maximize coverage and encourage collaboration.
Kitchen Manager
Wild Wings Cafe
Wilmington
05.2005 - 02.2022
- Collaborated with chefs to create innovative recipes that utilized fresh ingredients from local suppliers.
- Monitored sanitation practices to ensure that all employees adhere to health department regulations.
- Developed and implemented kitchen policies, procedures and quality standards.
- Trained new employees on kitchen procedures and policies.
- Oversaw daily operations of the kitchen including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes and plate presentation.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable local, state and federal laws governing food service operations.
- Supervised food production processes ensuring high quality standards were met throughout each stage of preparation.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Reviewed vendor invoices for accuracy before authorizing payment transactions.
- Trained new kitchen staff on proper food handling techniques and safety regulations.
- Maintained accurate records of food costs, labor costs, waste management and other related expenses.
- Created weekly schedules for kitchen staff members based on anticipated business volume.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Drafting Design Engineering
Cape Fear Community College
Wilmington, NCSkills
- Inventory management
- Cost control
- Vendor management
- Quality assurance
- Team leadership
- Supply ordering
- High volume dining
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Cast Iron Kitchen
05.2022 - 05.2025
Kitchen Manager
Wild Wings Cafe
05.2005 - 02.2022
Some College (No Degree) - Drafting Design Engineering
Cape Fear Community College