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Anthony O'Keefe

WATERLOO,ON

Summary

Reliable and punctual chef and supervisor. Successfully handles fast-paced work in various areas. Proven willingness to take on any task to support team and help business succeed. Able to work solo or in various teams and offers a strong work ethic as well as management abilities. Employee training, Inventory control, Operations oversight, Budget coordination, Loss prevention, Recipe development, Schedule implementation and management, Kitchen management, Multitasking, Business management, Performance improvement, Time management, Security monitoring, Expense tracking, Cash handling, Health and Safety Coordination, Pallet jack operation, Shipment preparation, Great Work Ethic, Team Leadership and Attention To Detail.

Safe Food Handlers and Smart Serve certified

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Coach

Lone Star Texas Grill
08.2021 - Current
  • Filled in as Management, Handled cash accurately and prepared deposits, dealt with many problems executing problem solving.
  • Motivated, trained, and disciplined employees to maximize performance. Mentored and motivated team members to achieve challenging business goals.
  • Enforced quality assurance protocols to deliver ideal customer experiences follow the pillars of the company.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts occasionally, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
  • Acted as KM when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
  • Monitored food and labor costs to verify budget targets were met.
  • Cross trained on all departments to help out and fill in where needed
  • H&S coordinator for cambridge location, enforcing safety procedures. Conducted incident investigations, participated in audits and collected data and information to maximize workplace safety.

Head Chef and General Manager

The Round Table (previously The Watchtower)
05.2017 - 03.2020
  • Monitored sanitation practices to ensure employees followed standards and regulations
  • Priced items correctly by analyzing market, cooking labor and materials costs
  • Key holder, both opening and closing facility on a daily basis
  • Controlled costs by monitoring inventory and optimizing both timing and quantity of bulk food orders
  • Managed smooth food delivery by communicating well with wait staff and front of house
  • Improved business operations by tracking trends and adjusting business strategies to better align with needs
  • Operated all areas of facility simultaneously, both solo and with a team
  • Maintained optimal employee coverage for business needs with well-prepared team schedules
  • Achieved consistently high inspection scores by effectively managing food safety, storage procedures and cleaning processes
  • Secured money and prevented losses with effective register controls and careful cash handling also performed various financial activities such as cash deposit preparation and tip out

Line Cook

Rhapsody Barrel Bar
02.2015 - 05.2017
  • Produced consistent dish quality using established recipes and cooking expertise
  • Controlled costs and environmental impact through use of seasonal, local ingredients
  • Maintained sufficient levels of food items on line by monitoring stock and replenishing low materials
  • Supported chef and sous chef in all areas, carrying out orders and monitoring performance of all kitchen staff
  • Oversaw work of kitchen staff, training new employees and correcting problem behaviors
  • Covered kitchen needs at any station, filling in for absent team members and bringing cooks up to speed
  • Kept inventory records updated and prepared standard reports for management review.

Overnight Kitchen Supervisor

The Waterloo Inn
06.2011 - 12.2014
  • Inventoried kitchen stocks every week and informed executive team of needs
  • Directed small kitchen staff team and kept team performing at peak levels
  • Maintained open communication lines between multiple shift supervisors
  • Completed regular deep cleans, including stripping floors, cleaning under furniture, and washing window treatments
  • Maximized customer satisfaction and retention through effective employee training programs and conflict management techniques.

Order Picker

Loblaws
01.2011 - 04.2011
  • Picked high levels of store orders per hour and placed in totes or on pallets
  • Met performance targets by quickly identifying, locating, and counting merchandise for each order
  • Moved product with battery-powered pallet jacks and hand trucks
  • Prepared items for storage, sales and shipment with proper staging and tagging.

Skills

  • Employee Scheduling
  • Risk Management
  • Safety Assurance
  • Train Employees
  • Food Preparation Techniques
  • Banquets and Catering
  • Supplies ordering and inventory
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • New Hire Training
  • Menu Planning
  • Control of Expenses
  • Staff Management

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Japanese
Professional Working
German
Elementary
French
Limited Working

Timeline

Coach

Lone Star Texas Grill
08.2021 - Current

Head Chef and General Manager

The Round Table (previously The Watchtower)
05.2017 - 03.2020

Line Cook

Rhapsody Barrel Bar
02.2015 - 05.2017

Overnight Kitchen Supervisor

The Waterloo Inn
06.2011 - 12.2014

Order Picker

Loblaws
01.2011 - 04.2011

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