Stanley Chukwuanu Jr
Little Rock,AR
Summary
Talented leader and manager offering over 10 years of experience in management, preparing, and serving diverse foods. Capable of motivating employees to exceed customer expectations in high-volume settings while maintaining strong quality and effective cost controls. Service-oriented with good multitasking, safety management and decision-making skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Preparation Supervisor
UAMS
02.2023 - Current
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Mentored new employees, providing guidance on the best practices in pantry management and food preparation techniques
- Streamlined food preparation processes for increased efficiency and improved meal quality for 300+ patients.
- Assisted in food preparation tasks as needed, contributing to overall kitchen productivity.
Friturier/Banquet Cook
Quail Creek Country Club
07.2019 - 10.2019
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment, sanitation and safety
- Produced over 100 fine dining dishes per day and maintained near-perfect customer satisfaction scores
- Worked with kitchen managers to improve recipes for fine dining dishes, cutting costs 15% and decreasing waste 20%
Unit Manager
Waffle House
06.2018 - 06.2019
- Oversaw training of more than 20 team members
- Controlled labor hours and inventory costs through hands-on management and proactive changes
- Set performance expectations and provided honest feedback
- Maintained high standards of food quality by reviewing shipments, overseeing preparation and monitoring food safety
Back Of House Supervisor
Khana Indian Grill
02.2017 - 06.2018
- Correctly calculated inventory and ordered appropriate supplies
- Prepared for and executed new menu implementations
- Developed and maintained positive working relationships with others to reach business goals
- Developed, implemented, and managed business plans to promote profitable food and beverage sales by 15%
Paraprofessional
Student Support Service at University of Arkansas
08.2016 - 08.2017
- Attended monthly staff training sessions
- Organized instruction material, including constructing bulletin boards and setting up work areas
- Physically and verbally interacted with over 25 students throughout day
- Interviewed and selected students interested in joining programs within Student Support Services
Food Service Worker
Washington Regional Medical System
11.2015 - 12.2016
- Accommodated over 200 patrons with allergies and dietary restrictions by adjusting preparation methods or ingredients and confirming accuracy of plates
- Circulated kitchen area to receive work assignments from Nutritionist and identify support tasks
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads
- Compiled recipe ingredients and prepared for cooks by washing, cutting or measuring food items
Host
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers
12.2014 - 02.2016
- Cultivated positive guest relations by managing information and orchestrating speedy seating
- Governed dining area with natural leadership talents and organizational strategies focused on balancing guest and business needs
- Supervised server balance and monitored table turnover to accurately seat customers and keep customers happy
Intern
Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Little Rock
06.2014 - 08.2014
- Clearly and promptly communicated pertinent information to staff, such as large reservations or last minute menu changes
- Actively participated in ongoing customer service programs to build sales and rapport in community
- Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service
Leasing Consultant
RReaf Residential
01.2020 - 07.2021
- Performed background checks on over 200 apartment applicants.
- Administered operations to handle needs of more than 168 tenants across 9 property units.
- Maintained operational facilities attractive to potential tenants by organizing regular maintenance, major repairs and capital improvement projects.
- Kept records accurate, detailed and fully compliant with reporting requirements to meet all state, local and federal housing requirements.
- Boosted occupancy to 95% by leveraging market knowledge and successful promotional strategies.
Program Development Specialist
L.E.A.D
12.2021 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive outreach campaigns to canvass community and assess educational service needs.
- Developed partnerships with local schools and organizations to promote student access to resources at hand.
- Acted as member of regional and local task forces to establish presence and promote programs in communities.
- Recruited faculty representative of community demographics and supported course facilitation.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Pulaski Technical College
North Little Rock, AR12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Human Nutrition and Hospitality Innovation
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR08.2017
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Quickbooks
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Natural leader
- Management and leadership experience
- Budgeting
- ServSafe Certified
- Processes and procedures
- Cost Control
Affiliations
- Uplift and educate the African American community by promoting sessions regarding politics, health and wellness, and overall success
- Planned and executed a successful public relations campaign that resulted in national media coverage in The Oracle
- Increased our club's profit by 100% by the end of my term
- Served as secondary liaison between the University's bank account and organization
Member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. (Vice Basileus and Chaplain)
Former Officer of Marketing and Events and Treasurer in Hospitality Club at University of Arkansas-Fayetteville
Timeline
Food Preparation Supervisor
UAMS
02.2023 - Current
Program Development Specialist
L.E.A.D
12.2021 - Current
Leasing Consultant
RReaf Residential
01.2020 - 07.2021
Friturier/Banquet Cook
Quail Creek Country Club
07.2019 - 10.2019
Unit Manager
Waffle House
06.2018 - 06.2019
Back Of House Supervisor
Khana Indian Grill
02.2017 - 06.2018
Paraprofessional
Student Support Service at University of Arkansas
08.2016 - 08.2017
Food Service Worker
Washington Regional Medical System
11.2015 - 12.2016
Host
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers
12.2014 - 02.2016
Intern
Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Little Rock
06.2014 - 08.2014
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Pulaski Technical College
Bachelor of Science - Human Nutrition and Hospitality Innovation
University of Arkansas
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