Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Kevin Jackson

Kavieng,New Irland

Summary

Seasoned Catering/Club General Manager with a proven track record at National Catering Services, enhancing customer satisfaction and optimizing team performance. Expert in Food and Beverage Management and adept in fostering a culture of teamwork. Achieved significant improvements in service delivery and financial management, demonstrating exceptional Operations Management and Hospitality Management skills.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Catering/Club General Manager

National Catering Services
07 2023 - Current
  • Facilitated excellent customer service practices resulting in an increase of positive reviews from satisfied members.
  • Established a positive work culture that promoted teamwork and communication among staff members.
  • Coordinated staff schedules to optimize resource allocation while maintaining exceptional service levels.
  • Implemented financial controls to effectively manage budgets, minimize expenses, and maximize return on investment.

Catering Manager

Hides Gas Development
02.2022 - 04.2023
  • Set and enforced performance and service standards to keep consistent, high-quality environment devoted to customer satisfaction.
  • Hired and trained both permanent and temporary staff members.
  • Worked with chefs to plan menus according to client needs and budgets.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing proper food handling procedures and adhering to health department regulations.
  • Management of all catering services, logistics, recruitment, training and procurement provided to three camps.
  • Handled payment collection and payroll of [Number] employees.

Catering Manager

NKW Group
03.2020 - 04.2021
  • Set and enforced performance and service standards to keep consistent, high-quality environment devoted to customer satisfaction.
  • Hired and trained both permanent and temporary staff members.
  • Handled catering scheduling, ordered food and planned events.
  • Managed high-quality food preparation and presentation, ensuring consistent client satisfaction.
  • Met with clients to outline desired goals and prepared quotes for overall catering costs.
  • Worked with chefs to plan menus according to client needs and budgets.
  • Handled payment collection and payroll of [Number] employees.

Catering Manager

NKW Group
11.2017 - 12.2019

Provided catering services to the Manus detainees within 3 sites on Manus island for A.B.F Australia.

  • Hired and trained both permanent and temporary staff members.
  • Met with clients to outline desired goals and prepared quotes for overall catering costs.
  • Worked with chefs to plan menus according to client needs and budgets.
  • Optimized inventory management processes, reducing waste while maintaining adequate stock levels for all sites.
  • Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
  • Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.

Restaurant Manager/Executive Head Chef

Own Company
06.2012 - 10.2016
  • Managed daily operations to ensure a high level of efficiency, consistency, and quality in both food and service.
  • Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
  • Met, greeted, and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
  • Reconciled cash and credit card transactions to maintain accurate records.
  • Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.
  • Monitored inventory of supplies and purchased orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
  • Reduced staff turnover rate with effective leadership, open communication, and employee development opportunities.

Education

City And Guilds 706/1 706/2 Catering Industry - Catering Industry

Birkenhead Technical Collage
Merseyside England
03.1980

Skills

  • Food and Beverage Management
  • Operations Management
  • Training and coaching
  • Hospitality Management

Timeline

Catering Manager

Hides Gas Development
02.2022 - 04.2023

Catering Manager

NKW Group
03.2020 - 04.2021

Catering Manager

NKW Group
11.2017 - 12.2019

Restaurant Manager/Executive Head Chef

Own Company
06.2012 - 10.2016

Catering/Club General Manager

National Catering Services
07 2023 - Current

City And Guilds 706/1 706/2 Catering Industry - Catering Industry

Birkenhead Technical Collage
Kevin Jackson