Lashiem Hendricks
McDonough,GA
Summary
Versatile Chef and Experienced kitchen manager skilled in menu development, cost control, and fostering a positive work environment, committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences with vast experience preparing dishes to impress diners. Trains and develops chefs to company standards. Anticipates ingredient needs and arranges re-stock to facilitate productive kitchen flow and uphold business standards. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges with a strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Shift Manager
Chicken Salad Chick
03.2025 - Current
- Handled escalated customer issues effectively, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills while upholding company values and standards.
- Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and job responsibilities, ensuring seamless integration into the team.
- Trained and mentored new employees to maximize team performance.
- Improved overall team performance by effectively delegating tasks and providing clear instructions.
- Collaborated with other Shift Managers to maintain consistency in policies enforcement across all shifts, fostering a cohesive workplace culture.
- Promoted a positive work environment through open communication and constructive feedback.
- Supervised employees and oversaw quality compliance with company standards for food and services.
OWNER/OPERATOR
Ola's Kitchen Atl
09.2020 - Current
- Delegated tasks and supervised kitchen staff to optimize food preparation, presentation and safety.
- Selected and developed recipes and planned menus, driving consistent food quality and production.
- Planned menus, ordered supplies and managed kitchen staff.
- Monitored quality, presentation and quantities of plated food across line.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or service issues.
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to sanitation policies and procedures.
- Plated dishes using tasty garnishes and sauces to appeal to and delight patrons.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- WEBSITES, PORTFOLIOS, PROFILES
- Ola'skitchenatl.com
- Instagram.com/Ola'sKitchenAtl
HEAD CHEF/KITCHEN MANAGER
Sudo Bar & Grill
07.2024 - 12.2024
- Oversaw daily kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality and presentation.
- Managed food inventory and ordering processes to minimize waste and maintain budget.
- Trained and supervised kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative team environment.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations, resulting in a 100% pass rate on inspections.
- Developed and implemented seasonal menu items, focusing on locally sourced ingredients.
- Conducted staff performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback for professional growth.
KITCHEN MANAGER
1942 Social
05.2023 - 03.2024
- Supervised a team of 15 kitchen staff, providing training and leadership to enhance productivity and team morale.
- Managed daily kitchen operations for a high-volume restaurant, ensuring food quality and safety standards were met.
HEAD CHEF
Traffik Lounge
03.2022 - 05.2023
- Delegated tasks for kitchen employees and developed staff teams to streamline food preparation procedures.
- Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
- Assisted restaurant owners with pricing by providing ingredient costs and portioning information.
- Regularly interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
- Planned kitchen staff schedules to maximize coverage and encourage collaboration.
- Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
- Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
CHEF
Suite Lounge
04.2021 - 02.2022
- Monitored quality, presentation and quantities of plated food across line.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or service issues.
- Developed creative ideas for special events or promotions involving food preparation or presentation.
- Monitored food preparations, portion sizes and garnishing of dishes to ensure that food was prepared in accordance with restaurant's recipes and presentation standards.
- Kept up to date with current culinary trends, as well as health and safety regulations.
- Developed standard recipes and techniques for food preparation and presentation, promoting consistently high-quality food items.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
Education
Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
Boulder, CO05.2027
Skills
- Staff Management
- Team Leadership
- Inventory Management
- Menu Development
- Food Safety Compliance
- Training and Development
- Menu Planning
- Food Safety Knowledge
- Cash handling
- Employee training
- Customer service focus
- Decision-making
Certification
- SERVSAFE FOOD HANDLER
- SERVSAFE MANAGER
Timeline
Shift Manager
Chicken Salad Chick
03.2025 - Current
HEAD CHEF/KITCHEN MANAGER
Sudo Bar & Grill
07.2024 - 12.2024
KITCHEN MANAGER
1942 Social
05.2023 - 03.2024
HEAD CHEF
Traffik Lounge
03.2022 - 05.2023
CHEF
Suite Lounge
04.2021 - 02.2022
OWNER/OPERATOR
Ola's Kitchen Atl
09.2020 - Current
Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
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