Christopher Rodman
Mississauga
Summary
Kitchen Manager with 7 years of experience in managing high-quality kitchen operations and enhancing team efficiency. Demonstrates strong leadership, time management, and customer service skills, with a proven track record in menu development and cost control. Passionate about fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment to achieve outstanding results.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Recipe Unlimited
05.2024 - Current
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen team and service areas for optimal guest experiences.
Kitchen Manager
43 North Restaurant Group
01.2021 - 05.2024
- Manage kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality food and compliance with safety standards.
- Train and supervise staff, improving team efficiency and reducing turnover.
- Optimize inventory management, cutting waste and controlling costs.
- Implement new menu items, increasing customer satisfaction and sales.
- Maintain equipment and facilities, ensuring smooth daily operations.
Kitchen Manager
Shoeless Joe’s
03.2019 - 01.2021
- Managed kitchen staff, ensuring high-quality food preparation and timely service.
- Implemented new inventory system, reducing waste and lowering costs.
- Trained and mentored new hires, improving team efficiency and morale.
- Oversaw compliance with health and safety regulations, maintaining a spotless record.
- Enhanced menu offerings, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and repeat business.
Cook 2
Cross Roads
04.2017 - 03.2019
- Prepared diverse dishes, ensuring consistency and quality, contributing to a 15% increase in customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline operations, reducing prep time by 10 minutes per dish.
- Implemented food safety protocols, resulting in zero health code violations over two years.
Education
Red Seal (Culinary) -
Skill Trades Ontario
Toronto, ON06.2021
Culinary Management - undefined
Niagara College
Niagara Falls05.2021
Skills
- Leadership
- Time management
- Customer service
- Menu development
- Budgeting
- Labour Control
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Recipe Unlimited
05.2024 - Current
Kitchen Manager
43 North Restaurant Group
01.2021 - 05.2024
Kitchen Manager
Shoeless Joe’s
03.2019 - 01.2021
Cook 2
Cross Roads
04.2017 - 03.2019
Culinary Management - undefined
Niagara College
Red Seal (Culinary) -
Skill Trades Ontario
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