Brad Rasmussen
Cle Elum
Summary
Dynamic Banquet Chef Executive with a proven track record at Swiftwater Cellars, excelling in large-scale event management and culinary innovation. Expert in menu development and food presentation, fostering team leadership and communication. Achieved elevated guest satisfaction through personalized service and meticulous attention to detail, while implementing effective waste reduction strategies.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Banquet Chef Executive
Swiftwater Cellars
10.2021 - Current
- Directed and managed banquet functions for up to 350 guests.
- Analyzed banquet event orders to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Advanced the culinary abilities of cooks through mentorship.
- Optimized cost control measures by negotiating vendor contracts and monitoring food waste reduction strategies.
- Balanced time-sensitive demands effectively by multitasking and delegating responsibilities as needed during high-pressure situations.
- Continuously updated culinary knowledge by attending industry conferences and workshops focused on current trends in banquets and catering services.
- Adapted quickly to last-minute changes in client requests, or event specifications.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
- Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
Lead Banquet Cook
Swiftwater Cellars
12.2012 - 09.2021
- Chopped vegetables, butchered meat and prepared sauces in advance to serve guests promptly and efficiently.
- Received recognition from management for consistently meeting deadlines without sacrificing dish quality.
- Reduced food waste through proper portion control and strategic use of leftover ingredients in creative dishes.
Line Cook
Perkins Restaurant
04.2010 - 12.2012
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
Prep Cook
Pizza Pizzazz
09.2008 - 06.2010
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
Line Cook Supervisor
Dandelion Cafe
06.2006 - 03.2010
- Overhauled kitchen organization system, increasing workspace functionality and expediting meal preparation times.
- Oversaw the timely completion of daily prep lists, ensuring that essential mise en place was available for efficient service.
Cook
Evies Catering & Events
05.2006 - 06.2008
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
Line Cook
Sunset Cafe
08.2001 - 04.2006
Education
Associate Of Fine Arts - Art
Green River Community College
Auburn, WA06.2006
Skills
- Cooking demonstrations
- Sanitation standards
- Food presentation
- Kitchen management
- Menu development
- Food pairing
- Waste reduction
- Recipe creation
- Allergy awareness
- Garnishing techniques
- Pastry skills
- Menu costing
- Quality control
- Staff training
- Assignment delegation
- Large scale events
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Excellent communication
- Team leadership
- Creative thinking
- Kitchen safety
- Prioritization and organization
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Banquet Chef Executive
Swiftwater Cellars
10.2021 - Current
Lead Banquet Cook
Swiftwater Cellars
12.2012 - 09.2021
Line Cook
Perkins Restaurant
04.2010 - 12.2012
Prep Cook
Pizza Pizzazz
09.2008 - 06.2010
Line Cook Supervisor
Dandelion Cafe
06.2006 - 03.2010
Cook
Evies Catering & Events
05.2006 - 06.2008
Line Cook
Sunset Cafe
08.2001 - 04.2006
Associate Of Fine Arts - Art
Green River Community College
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