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Walter Duncan

Phoenix

Summary

Talented Kitchen Manager successfully monitors inventory, leads teams and handles food. Trains and supervises kitchen personnel on proper cooking techniques. Schedules preventive maintenance and repairs to maintain kitchen equipment in good working condition.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
2012
2012
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Kitchen Manager

New Freedom llc
Phoenix
06.2022 - 07.2025
  • Managed kitchen operations to ensure efficient food preparation and service.
  • Supervised staff to maintain high standards of food safety and cleanliness.
  • Ordered inventory and maintained stock levels for kitchen supplies.

Opened Brand New kitchen location

  • Trained new employees on kitchen procedures and safety protocols.
  • Coordinated daily meal preparation schedules to optimize workflow.
  • Implemented menu changes based on seasonal ingredients and customer feedback.
  • Conducted regular inspections to ensure compliance with health regulations.
  • Oversaw daily operations of the kitchen including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes and plate presentation.
  • Performed weekly inventories of food items stored in refrigerators or freezers.
  • Trained new kitchen staff on proper food handling techniques and safety regulations.
  • Created weekly schedules for kitchen staff members based on anticipated business volume.
  • Inspected equipment regularly to identify necessary repairs or replacements.

Education

GED
Oakland, CA

Skills

  • Food safety
  • Menu development
  • Inventory management
  • Staff training
  • Kitchen operations
  • Customer service
  • Cost control
  • Health compliance
  • Scheduling
  • Problem solving
  • Time management
  • Team leadership
  • Effective communication
  • Conflict resolution
  • Quality assurance
  • Recipes and menu planning
  • Sanitation standards
  • Employee monitoring
  • Order accuracy
  • Staff training and development
  • Food cost analysis
  • Vendor relations

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Kitchen Manager

New Freedom llc
06.2022 - 07.2025

GED
Walter Duncan