Lino Gonzalez
Meridian
Summary
Driven Kitchen Manager with a proven track record at Owyhee Tavern, enhancing restaurant performance through strategic cost control and quality assurance. Skilled in inventory management and food safety, with a knack for fostering professional development among team members. Achieved significant waste reduction, ensuring operational excellence and customer satisfaction. Energetic Kitchen Manager enthusiastic about working with high-performance teams. Personable, responsible and hardworking professional. Dedicated to innovative dishes, effective budgeting and top-of-the-line customer service.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Owyhee Tavern
11.2019 - 04.2024
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
Assistant Manager
Golden Corral Buffet and Grill
03.2001 - 11.2019
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
Education
GED -
Francisco Villa
Estipa, Jalisco, Mexico10.1995
Skills
- Product Rotation
- Supply Ordering
- Quality Assurance
- Inventory Management
- Food Safety
- Cost Control
- Scheduling
Fitness Enthusiast.
Regularly engaging gym workouts to maintain a healthy and active lifestyle.
Languages
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Owyhee Tavern
11.2019 - 04.2024
Assistant Manager
Golden Corral Buffet and Grill
03.2001 - 11.2019
GED -
Francisco Villa
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