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Ryan Heath

St. John's

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work History

Sous Chef

Grotto Restaurant
St. John's
07.2018 - Current
  • Prepared diverse menu items following seasonal trends and customer preferences.
  • Managed kitchen operations during peak hours ensuring efficient service flow.
  • Trained and mentored junior kitchen staff on food preparation techniques.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workstations.
  • Developed new recipes to enhance menu offerings and improve customer satisfaction.
  • Assisted head chef in menu planning and recipe development for seasonal dishes.
  • Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and presentation.
  • Maintained high standards of food safety and sanitation in the kitchen environment.
  • Trained new staff on proper cooking techniques and kitchen operations.
  • Managed inventory levels and ordered supplies to maintain kitchen efficiency.
  • Coordinated with front-of-house staff to ensure timely service delivery.
  • Created a positive work environment by encouraging teamwork among staff members.
  • Directed kitchen staff in day-to-day operations including food production, sanitation, safety practices, and personnel management.
  • Collaborated with Executive Chef to create innovative dishes for special events.
  • Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.

Line cook

Fifth ticket restaurant
St. John's
05.2015 - 05.2017
  • Prepared ingredients and dishes following restaurant recipes and standards.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations during service.
  • Assisted in inventory management by tracking supplies and placing orders.
  • Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently during food preparation.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.

Line Cook

Celtic hearth
St. John's
03.2012 - 05.2015
  • Prepared diverse menu items following Celtic Hearth's traditional recipes.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and equipment.
  • Assisted in training new kitchen staff on food preparation techniques.
  • Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, adhering to health regulations.
  • Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.

Supervisor

Big cheese pizza
St. John's
03.2010 - 08.2012
  • Supervised team members during busy shifts to ensure smooth operations.
  • Trained new employees on customer service and food safety procedures.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly to maintain satisfaction standards.
  • Ensured compliance with health regulations in food preparation and service areas.
  • Provided guidance and direction to subordinates regarding job duties and responsibilities.

Education

Commercial Cooking - Cooking

College of The North Atlantic
St. John's, NL
09.2011 - 06.2012

Skills

  • Menu development
  • Kitchen management
  • Food safety
  • Recipe creation
  • Inventory control
  • Staff training
  • Team collaboration
  • Time management
  • Problem solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Menu planning

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Sous Chef

Grotto Restaurant
07.2018 - Current

Line cook

Fifth ticket restaurant
05.2015 - 05.2017

Line Cook

Celtic hearth
03.2012 - 05.2015

Commercial Cooking - Cooking

College of The North Atlantic
09.2011 - 06.2012

Supervisor

Big cheese pizza
03.2010 - 08.2012
Ryan Heath