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Yasar Kuzuk
Food Service Supervisor
Summary
I am a committed and hardworking Food service supervisor with 20 years of experience directing Cruise Line food service. I am a well-rounded leader with talent for supervising employees and the opportunity to contribute to the success of my assigned area by performing a variety of operational, financial, and motivational tasks. Also, I am a swift problem solver with quick and effective solutions to a wide array of issues.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Food Service Supervisor
Celebrity Cruise Line
Miami
03.2001 - 08.2023
- Continuously evaluated business operations to effectively align workflows for optimal area coverage and customer satisfaction.
- Inspected preparation and storage equipment regularly to assess and maintain performance for cost-effective, safe operations.
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Maintained compliance with company policies and procedures for food safety, sanitation, and quality.
- Tracked food production levels, meal counts, and supply costs.
- Controlled labor hours and inventory costs through hands-on management and proactive changes.
- Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
- Monitored food quality and service levels to maximize kitchen and dining area performance.
- Established and managed team schedules and shift assignments.
- Maintained health and food safety standards at all stages, from storage through delivery.
- Ordered new supplies and food to maintain service levels.
- Oversaw training of more than 26 team members.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Collaborated with other departments to coordinate events and promotions.
- Addressed and resolved customer service issues to establish trust and increase satisfaction.
- Prepared weekly schedules and assigned tasks to staff to maintain organized shift and smooth operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bayburt Lyceum
Turkey, Bayburt City 09.1983 - 05.1993
Skills
Staff supervision
Software
Google Drive: Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms
Spreadsheets: pivot tables, comparative analyses, link to database, macros, sensitivity tables, vertical lookups
ZenDesk ticketing system
Timeline
Food Service Supervisor
Celebrity Cruise Line
03.2001 - 08.2023
High School Diploma -
Bayburt Lyceum
09.1983 - 05.1993