Gary Brown
Conway
Summary
Seasoned Kitchen Manager with comprehensive experience in overseeing and coordinating all operations in busy kitchen environments. Strengths include strong leadership, maintaining high standards of food quality, and effectively managing staff to ensure smooth operations. Successfully improved operational efficiency in previous roles by implementing streamlined processes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Kittchen Manager
Faulkner County Council on Aging
Conway
05.2024 - 05.2025
- Ordered ingredients and supplies to maintain adequate inventory levels for the kitchen.
- Inspected equipment regularly to identify necessary repairs or replacements.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Oversaw daily operations of the kitchen including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes and plate presentation.
- Developed and implemented kitchen policies, procedures and quality standards.
- Trained new kitchen staff on proper food handling techniques and safety regulations.
- Promoted an atmosphere of teamwork among kitchen staff members by fostering open communication between team members.
- Conducted regular staff meetings to discuss menu changes, safety protocols and performance reviews.
- Trained new employees on kitchen procedures and policies.
- Managed employee relations by providing guidance on job duties as well as disciplinary actions when needed.
- Supervised food production processes ensuring high quality standards were met throughout each stage of preparation.
- Maintained accurate records of food costs, labor costs, waste management and other related expenses.
- Monitored sanitation practices to ensure that all employees adhere to health department regulations.
- Performed weekly inventories of food items stored in refrigerators or freezers.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable local, state and federal laws governing food service operations.
- Reviewed vendor invoices for accuracy before authorizing payment transactions.
- Implemented surface and equipment schedules and standards to maintain clean, neat and sanitized kitchen.
- Kept kitchen equipment properly functioning by following manufacturer's operating instructions and educating staff on proper use.
- Received, organized and rotated paper goods and food ingredients.
- Worked with vendors to establish strong relationships and maintain proper inventory supplies.
- Trained employees on cooking techniques, safety standards and performance strategies.
- Promoted safe working conditions by monitoring safety procedures and equipment.
- Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
- Inspected dining and serving areas for cleanliness and proper setup.
Maintenance Technician
Faulkner County Council on Aging
Conway
05.2024 - 05.2025
- Provided support services for special events such as setting up tables, chairs, stages.
- Replaced damaged ceiling tiles with new ones while ensuring that they match existing tiles in terms of color pattern.
- Identified potential areas where improvements can be made in order to reduce costs and increase efficiency.
- Assisted in the installation, repair, and replacement of various components such as doors, windows, locks, plumbing fixtures, electrical wiring, wall coverings and flooring.
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs to ensure building systems are operating at peak efficiency.
- Inspected the interior and exterior of buildings for any signs of damage or needed repair.
- Repaired minor plumbing issues such as clogged toilets and leaking faucets.
- Assembled furniture pieces according to instructions provided in order to make them ready for use.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations related to malfunctioning equipment or safety hazards.
- Cleaned carpets using vacuum cleaners and shampooers to remove dirt and stains.
- Repaired broken furniture and equipment by replacing parts or making adjustments.
- Maintained grounds by mowing grass, trimming shrubs, removing debris, salting sidewalks.
- Performed general cleaning tasks such as sweeping, mopping, dusting and waxing floors.
- Disassembled appliances to diagnose problems and facilitate repairs.
- Completed basic carpentry tasks and installed shelves, hooks, and closet rods to meet customer needs.
- Changed HVAC filters and cleaned condensation drains to perform preventive maintenance on HVAC systems.
Assistant Cook
Labor Finders
Conway
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Restocked shelves with new ingredients after use.
- Inspected all incoming shipments for freshness and quality control purposes.
- Monitored temperatures of ovens and other cooking equipment during meal preparation.
- Ensured proper portion sizes were served during meal times.
- Assisted with food preparation tasks such as chopping vegetables and grinding meats.
- Organized storage areas for food supplies.
- Managed ordering process for food supplies from vendors.
- Cleaned work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware.
- Adhered to safety procedures when handling hazardous materials such as knives or cleaning supplies.
- Labeled containers properly with contents and date information.
- Operated commercial appliances including mixers, grinders, slicers, steamers.
- Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes, standards, and dietary guidelines.
- Provided assistance to cooks in preparing meals during busy periods.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Executed proper techniques when preparing menu item ingredients.
- Helped other staff members complete job tasks during peak times to keep kitchen running efficiently.
- Frosted and decorated cakes, cupcakes, doughnuts, sweet rolls, pastries, and cookies.
- Performed workstation prep prior to shift start.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
Shipping and Receiving Coordinator
Bumper To Bumper Auto Parts
Conway
02.2020 - 02.2024
- Organized warehouse storage space for efficient management of inventory.
- Reviewed all incoming packages for accuracy before distributing them internally or externally.
- Researched discrepancies between expected vs. actual receipts and shipments on a regular basis.
- Processed returns from customers and coordinated return shipments with suppliers.
- Assisted with loading and unloading trucks using forklifts or pallet jacks as needed.
- Received customer orders, prepared packing lists, and shipped items accordingly.
- Verified and inspected goods received against purchase orders or invoices.
- Managed daily operations related to freight, including scheduling pickups and deliveries.
- Maintained accurate records of incoming and outgoing shipments.
- Prepared bills of lading, invoices, and other shipping documents.
Ceramic Tiler
Self Employed Services
Conway
01.2016 - 12.2021
- Inspected surfaces for defects prior to installation of tile.
- Apply grout between tiles with rubber float, removing excess with sponge or cloth.
- Check for levelness and adjust as necessary to ensure even installation of tile surfaces.
- Seal grouted areas with appropriate sealer to protect from moisture penetration.
- Install backer board on floors or walls before tiling begins in order to provide additional support.
- Measure and mark surface prior to installation to determine layout patterns and cuts required.
- Inspect installed surfaces for accuracy and quality control, making adjustments as needed.
- Prepare walls by removing old tile, patching holes, sanding rough spots, and cleaning debris away.
- Drill holes in tiles if necessary using a carbide drill bit mounted in an electric drill.
- Lay out full tiles at the corners of each room, marking center lines as guides for cutting.
- Mix thinset mortar according to manufacturer's instructions, using a drill-mounted paddle mixer.
- Select materials such as tile type, grout color, sealer based on job specifications.
- Cut ceramic tile to fit around obstacles and into odd spaces using a wet saw.
- Clean finished surfaces with damp cloth or mop to remove any residue or dirt particles.
- Advise customers regarding maintenance requirements for their newly installed tile surfaces.
- Prepared tiling surfaces using waterproofing materials and lath.
- Measured, cut and shaped tiles and marble to size.
- Cleaned and leveled surface areas and removed excess grout.
- Completed post-installation inspections and processed work invoices.
- Cut tiles and marble to project specifications by using power wet saws and tile cutters.
- Handled many installations each month smoothly.
- Determined best tile layout to achieve desired pattern and support timely project completion.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Delta State University
Cleveland, MSSkills
- Inventory management
- Menu planning
- Food safety
- Quality control
- Equipment maintenance
- Vendor relations
- Productivity improvement
- ServSafe certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Kittchen Manager
Faulkner County Council on Aging
05.2024 - 05.2025
Maintenance Technician
Faulkner County Council on Aging
05.2024 - 05.2025
Assistant Cook
Labor Finders
02.2024 - 05.2024
Shipping and Receiving Coordinator
Bumper To Bumper Auto Parts
02.2020 - 02.2024
Ceramic Tiler
Self Employed Services
01.2016 - 12.2021
Some College (No Degree) -
Delta State University
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