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Memphis Melvin

Harrisonburg,VA

Summary

Dynamic Kitchen Lead with proven expertise at Mashita. Familiar in menu development and food safety compliance. Recognized for enhancing kitchen organization and fostering teamwork, resulting in improved workflow efficiency. Skilled in recipe creation and maintaining high sanitation standards, ensuring exceptional quality in every dish served.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Kitchen Lead

Mashita
10.2021 - 07.2025
  • Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards.
  • Coordinated daily operations, optimizing workflow efficiency across kitchen stations.
  • Trained new team members on food preparation techniques and sanitation practices.
  • Analyzed menu items for cost efficiency, recommending adjustments based on seasonal availability.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation by implementing strict kitchen cleaning routines.
  • Fostered a positive work environment, promoting teamwork and open communication among kitchen staff.
  • Coordinated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen and dining area.
  • Monitored inventory levels to prevent stock shortages during peak service hours or special events.
  • Ensured consistent quality in all dishes served by implementing standardized recipes and portion control measures.
  • Performed equipment inspections to address maintenance needs before impacting daily operations.
  • Developed new menu items, incorporating seasonal ingredients and current food trends.
  • Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
  • Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.

Education

High School Diploma -

Homeschool Academy of Appalachia
Harrisonburg, VA
2023

Skills

  • Kitchen organization
  • Food preparation
  • Knife skills
  • Cooking techniques
  • Food presentation
  • Sanitation standards
  • Food storage
  • Menu development
  • Food safety compliance
  • Waste reduction
  • Recipe creation
  • Allergy awareness

Timeline

Kitchen Lead

Mashita
10.2021 - 07.2025

High School Diploma -

Homeschool Academy of Appalachia
Memphis Melvin