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Adrian Porter

Montral-Nord,Canada

Summary

Proficient kitchen manager with a focus on cost reduction and time management, experienced in training and developing team members to enhance productivity. Successfully implemented strategies that led to a decrease in food costs, reflecting a keen ability to optimize resources. Excellent communication skills facilitate seamless coordination with front-of-house staff, improving overall service flow. Seeking to bring my leadership and culinary expertise to a new, stable opportunity.

Professional with winning attitude and desire to deliver exceptional dining experience. Focused on setting high expectations and raising service standards. Keen to expand customer base through careful oversight and novel promotional methods.

Resourceful Kitchen Manager known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in inventory management, staff training, and menu development. Excel in time management, communication, and problem-solving to ensure smooth kitchen operations and team collaboration.

Experienced Food Service Manager with a proven ability to manage all facets of food service operations. Proficient in staff supervision, inventory management, and budget control to optimize efficiency and profitability. Skilled in upholding stringent standards of food quality, safety, and customer satisfaction. Adept leader capable of inspiring and guiding teams to hit goals.

Efficient and productive professional in the food service management field, skilled at completing tasks with speed and accuracy. Possess strong capabilities in inventory management, staff training, and customer service excellence. Excel in leadership, communication, and problem-solving, ensuring smooth operation of food service establishments.

Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

1
1
Certification
3
3
years of post-secondary education
13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Kitchen Manager

Jack Astors
Greenfield Park, QC
05.2012 - 04.2025
  • Oversaw daily kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and maintaining food quality standards.
  • Managed inventory and procurement processes, resulting in a 15% reduction in food costs through strategic vendor negotiations.
  • Managed inventory and procurement processes, resulting in a 15% reduction in food costs through strategic vendor negotiations.
  • Trained and supervised kitchen staff, fostering collaboration and efficiency to enhance overall team productivity.
  • Monitored food preparation and presentation, ensuring compliance with company standards and minimizing waste.
  • Coordinated with front-of-house staff to optimize service flow and enhance guest dining experiences.
  • Established and enforced safety guidelines to minimize workplace accidents and ensure a safe cooking environment.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to team members, promoting professional growth and skill development.
  • I am currently doing construction but looking for a job more stable.
  • Scheduled back-of-house staff and coordinated daily kitchen coverage.
  • Managed kitchen operations at Jack Astor's casual dining restaurant.
  • Trained cooks on Jack Astor's recipe standards and plating procedures.
  • Monitored food safety, sanitation, and Health and Safety compliance.
  • Ordered inventory and maintained pars for kitchen supplies and ingredients.
  • Supervised prep, line, and expo teams during service.
  • Inspected food quality and portion control across menu items.
  • Handled kitchen issues and supported smooth guest service flow.
  • Oversaw daily operations of the kitchen including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes and plate presentation.

Education

Secondary School -

Lester B Pearson adult education
Beaconsfield, Canada
09.2001 - 01.2005

Skills

  • Quality Control Expert
  • Cost Reduction Expert
  • Time Management Expert
  • Attention to Detail Expert
  • Adaptability Expert
  • Problem Solving Expert
  • Efficiency Improvement Expert
  • Kitchen manager Expert
  • Cost control
  • Portion control
  • Staff scheduling
  • Food safety compliance
  • Inventory management
  • Kitchen operations
  • Team training
  • Quality assurance
  • Sanitation standards
  • Team leadership
  • Clear communication
  • Problem solving
  • Conflict resolution
  • Attention to detail
  • Food safety
  • Vendor relations
  • BOH operations
  • Safe food handling
  • First aid
  • Order accuracy
  • Sales projections
  • Staff management
  • Kitchen management
  • Productivity improvement
  • Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance

Certification

Action service

Accomplishments

I've received a certificate for Action Service on line at the institut de tourisme et hotellerie and I also do construction.

Personal Information

Title: Kitchen Manager

Timeline

Kitchen Manager

Jack Astors
05.2012 - 04.2025

Secondary School -

Lester B Pearson adult education
09.2001 - 01.2005
Adrian Porter