Talon Hardin
Waynesville
Summary
Dynamic Kitchen Manager with proven success at Frankie’s Italian trattoria, excelling in staff training and inventory control. Enhanced operational efficiency, reducing food waste significantly while fostering a collaborative team environment. Expertise in food safety and a strong commitment to health code compliance drive exceptional service quality and customer satisfaction.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Louis Perrone
Maggie Valley, NC
03.2022 - Current
- Managed kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Developed staff schedules to optimize labor efficiency and meet demand.
- Trained kitchen staff on food preparation techniques and safety protocols.
- Implemented inventory control measures, reducing food waste significantly.
- Led team meetings focused on improving service speed and quality standards.
- Evaluated kitchen processes, identifying areas for operational improvements and cost savings.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
- Developed unique events and special promotions to drive sales.
Education
GED - Studying Film School
Haywood Community Collage
Waynesville, NCSkills
- Multitasking and organization
- Customer service
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Staff supervision
- Food preparation
- Staff training and development
- Kitchen management
- Inventory control
- Waste reduction
- Attention to detail
- Safe food handling
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Staff management
- Vendor relations
- Team collaboration and leadership
- Operations management
- Health code compliance
- Product rotation
- Cost control
- Music experience
- Typing
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Louis Perrone
03.2022 - Current
GED - Studying Film School
Haywood Community Collage