JILLIAN BROWN

KITCHEN SUPERVISOR/COOK

CALTEX

GIN GIN, QUEENSLAND

04.2013 - Current

Supervised daily kitchen operations to ensure compliance with safety standards.
Trained staff on food preparation techniques and equipment usage.
Managed inventory levels and ordered supplies as needed for kitchen efficiency.
Coordinated meal preparation schedules to optimize workflow and service times.
Enforced cleanliness standards to maintain a safe and sanitary kitchen environment.
Monitored food quality and freshness during production and service periods.
Collaborated with management to implement cost-effective kitchen practices.
Ensured all kitchen staff adhered to food safety and sanitation regulations.
Maintained a clean working environment by delegating tasks appropriately among staff members.
Oversaw food preparation, production and presentation according to quality standards.
Managed kitchen staff team and assigned tasks for various stages of food production.
Trained workers in food preparation, money handling, and cleaning roles to facilitate restaurant operations.
Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or service issues.
Performed regular inspections of storage areas, coolers, freezers, ovens.
Reviewed invoices from vendors to ensure accuracy of orders placed.
Used proper cleaning supplies and methods to disinfect counters where raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs had been prepared.
Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
Prepared meals in a fast-paced kitchen environment for high customer volume.
Managed portion control using correct utensils during preparation and plating.