Adaptable and enterprising Level 4 Kitchen Manager with solid industry background and proven expertise in building and leading a successful team. Talented problem-solver ready to back up fellow employees at any time.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager - Level 4
Archie Brothers X Strike X Holey Moley - Karrinyup
Karrinyup
08.2023 - Current
Driving positive shifts with a focus on speed and quality control.
Resolved conflicts within kitchen team promptly, maintaining positive and productive work environment.
Strong Food Sales record.
Leading the training for new Kitchen Managers (LV3), to include; training on all menus, the food safety program, stocktake and ordering, and all kitchen administrative responsibilities
Assistance in the recruitment of new kitchen team members as directed by Operations Manager, including interviewing and skill testing candidates
Supporting Kitchen Managers with training of casual kitchen team members (LV2), to include training on; menus, the food safety program, service timing, product knowledge and accommodation of dietary requirements
Rolling out and implementation of new menus and procedures in venues as directed by the operations management team
Tour to all venues in the region, to conduct food safety inspections and ensure all Funlab kitchen policies and procedures are being followed.
Kitchen Manager
Archie Brothers X Strike X Holey Moley - Karrinyup
Karrinyup
10.2021 - 08.2023
Set up new Venues across WA, assisting the Venue Managers and Assistant Venue Managers where necessary.
Liaising with support staff in Support Office.
Training and Supporting the new Kitchen staff.
Running of successful shifts, with a focus on food quality, speed and consistency.
Fostering a positive work environment and maintaining high levels of staff morale.
Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Working well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Kitchen Manager
Strike X Holey Moley - Carousel
Cannington, WA
07.2021 - 10.2021
Implemented successful strategies to boost performance performance, through COS Reporting, food prep processes and reducing waste in the Kitchen.
Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling and surface cleaning.
Developed kitchen staff through in-depth training.
Training and Supporting the new Kitchen Manager and new staff at the new Forrest Chase venue.
Team Member
Strike X Holey Moley - Carousel
Cannington, WA
11.2018 - 07.2021
Kitchen Team Member
Follow Funlab standard recipe cards for all menu and function food items, adhering to our high level of food presentation at all times
Operate within health regulations and safe kitchen practices in regards to all food preparation
Sign off of deliveries from suppliers, ensuring goods received are correct and of a high standard
Assist with completing kitchen stocktakes in line with Funlab policy and COGs (cost of goods) reports.
Function Supervisor Nov 2019 - May 2020
Floor Host, Bartender, Receptionist.
Canteen Manager
Manning Primary School
Manning, WA
08.2017 - 12.2018
Handled day-to-day running of School Canteen ensuring high levels of productivity and safety, including Stock Ordering.
Prepared food items to meet recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
Managed kitchen volunteers, supervised preparation of foods and explained steps for readying specialty items.
Canteen Manager
Manning Ripper Football Club
Manning, WA
08.2018 - 09.2018
Offered friendly and efficient service to all customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance and cleanliness of production and service areas.
Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised all related culinary activity.
Team Leader
Bounce Inc
Cannington , WA
01.2014 - 08.2017
To actively monitor the efficient coordination of trampoline areas, kids parties, group bookings, reception and tuckshop.
To deliver our programs and activities via an engaged and energised team to ensure an exceptional customer experience every time.
To lead and engage Hosts to ensure the customer experience is in accordance with brand values.
To actively monitor injury prevention, safety management and ensure adequate responses to incidents in venue to ensure safety standards are met.
Follow stock management processes to ensure deliveries, invoices and approvals are accurately recorded
Team Member
Lollipops Playland
Jandakot, WA
05.2013 - 03.2014
Ensure the reception, Cafe and Play Areas are clean and well presented at all times
Welcome and serve customers in an efficient and friendly manner and provide a high level of product and service knowledge
Created wide variety of hot and cold drinks in average shifts with consistently positive customer satisfaction scores.
Education
Certificate 3 - Exhibition And Events Management
Perth Metropolitan TAFE
Northbridge, WA
12.2001
References
Emily Clark
Kitchen Manager
Strike X Holey Moley Carousel
0487870555
Timeline
Kitchen Manager - Level 4
Archie Brothers X Strike X Holey Moley - Karrinyup
08.2023 - Current
Kitchen Manager
Archie Brothers X Strike X Holey Moley - Karrinyup
<ul>
<li>Spearhead the management and oversight of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) project, a pivotal national asset developed in partnership with the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Homeland Security (DHS)</li>
<li>Collaborate with USDA and DHS stakeholders to ensure a seamless transition of operations and mission capabilities from the aging Plum Island Animal Disease Center (PIADC) to NBAF, ensuring uninterrupted research, diagnostics, and training essential to national security</li>
<li>Lead the operational endurance phase, validating work processes and laboratory setups to guarantee compliance with the highest safety and biocontainment standards, particularly in biosafety level-4 (BSL-4) environments</li>
<li>Act as the hiring manager, conducting interviews and selecting high-quality employees to ensure the success of both DCA and NBAF</li>
<li>Serve as a subject matter expert pert for the payroll system Paychex, overseeing and approving payroll for 63 officers biweekly while managing paid time off and leave requests to maintain the security posture for the facility</li>
<li>Monitor project milestones, providing critical updates to senior management and stakeholders while ensuring alignment with USDA's mission objectives and federal guidelines</li>
<li>Direct the development and execution of strategic initiatives to facilitate efficient collaboration with federal partners, ensuring all laboratory operations adhere to regulatory requirements set forth by the Federal Select Agent Program (FSAP)</li>
<li>Foster a culture of excellence and professionalism within the team, emphasizing rigorous training, safety compliance, and operational integrity as key components of NBAF's mission to safeguard public health and the nation's food supply</li>
<li>Monitored budgeting activities by tracking expenditures and providing regular updates to management.</li>
<li>Analyzed existing processes within a department or organization in order to identify areas for improvement or increased efficiency.</li>
<li>Implemented quality control measures throughout each stage of a project's lifecycle.</li>
<li>Worked closely with senior managers to ensure that all projects were completed according to schedule.</li>
<li>Conducted research on potential vendors, suppliers, contractors and subcontractors for projects.</li>
<li>Provided administrative support to the Project Manager in order to facilitate successful project outcomes.</li>
<li>Prepared monthly progress reports summarizing key accomplishments achieved since the last report.</li>
<li>Trained junior staff on best practices for managing multiple projects simultaneously.</li>
</ul> at Defense Contracting Activity, LLC<ul>
<li>Spearhead the management and oversight of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) project, a pivotal national asset developed in partnership with the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Homeland Security (DHS)</li>
<li>Collaborate with USDA and DHS stakeholders to ensure a seamless transition of operations and mission capabilities from the aging Plum Island Animal Disease Center (PIADC) to NBAF, ensuring uninterrupted research, diagnostics, and training essential to national security</li>
<li>Lead the operational endurance phase, validating work processes and laboratory setups to guarantee compliance with the highest safety and biocontainment standards, particularly in biosafety level-4 (BSL-4) environments</li>
<li>Act as the hiring manager, conducting interviews and selecting high-quality employees to ensure the success of both DCA and NBAF</li>
<li>Serve as a subject matter expert pert for the payroll system Paychex, overseeing and approving payroll for 63 officers biweekly while managing paid time off and leave requests to maintain the security posture for the facility</li>
<li>Monitor project milestones, providing critical updates to senior management and stakeholders while ensuring alignment with USDA's mission objectives and federal guidelines</li>
<li>Direct the development and execution of strategic initiatives to facilitate efficient collaboration with federal partners, ensuring all laboratory operations adhere to regulatory requirements set forth by the Federal Select Agent Program (FSAP)</li>
<li>Foster a culture of excellence and professionalism within the team, emphasizing rigorous training, safety compliance, and operational integrity as key components of NBAF's mission to safeguard public health and the nation's food supply</li>
<li>Monitored budgeting activities by tracking expenditures and providing regular updates to management.</li>
<li>Analyzed existing processes within a department or organization in order to identify areas for improvement or increased efficiency.</li>
<li>Implemented quality control measures throughout each stage of a project's lifecycle.</li>
<li>Worked closely with senior managers to ensure that all projects were completed according to schedule.</li>
<li>Conducted research on potential vendors, suppliers, contractors and subcontractors for projects.</li>
<li>Provided administrative support to the Project Manager in order to facilitate successful project outcomes.</li>
<li>Prepared monthly progress reports summarizing key accomplishments achieved since the last report.</li>
<li>Trained junior staff on best practices for managing multiple projects simultaneously.</li>
</ul> at Defense Contracting Activity, LLC