Brett Tarno
Jamestown,ND
Summary
Experienced with managing kitchen operations and ensuring food quality. Track record of fostering teamwork and maintaining high standards in fast-paced environment. Ability to multitask between different positions. Has experience with office work within the positions i.e. tracking orders and deliveries, keeping records, and managing schedules. Great customer service skills and dealing with difficult situations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Cook
North Star Public School
08.2020 - 05.2025
- Led daily kitchen operations, ensuring efficient meal preparation and delivery.
- Developed and implemented menus that meet nutritional guidelines for student meals.
- Trained and supervised kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Managed inventory and ordered supplies to maintain optimal stock levels.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in food handling practices.
Bar Tender
Cando Bar
04.2018 - 07.2020
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area, adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Resolved customer complaints swiftly, enhancing overall satisfaction and loyalty.
- Interacted with customers to provide personalized recommendations based on preferences.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
Cook/Bartender
Highway 66 Pit Stop
11.2015 - 04.2018
- Ensured food safety standards and sanitation protocols were consistently maintained.
- Collaborated with front-of-house team to coordinate timely food service delivery.
- Oversaw daily kitchen operations, ensuring efficient workflow during peak hours.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Handled and managed cash for closing purposes with the bar and with the gaming company.
Sous Chef
Ramada
01.2014 - 04.2015
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure high-quality food preparation and presentation.
- Developed seasonal menus, incorporating local ingredients and culinary trends.
- Managed inventory control, minimizing waste through efficient ordering and storage practices.
- Trained junior chefs in cooking techniques and safety protocols, enhancing team performance.
- Implemented quality control measures, ensuring consistency in taste and presentation across dishes.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
- Collaborated with executive chef to develop innovative menu items, leading to increased guest return rates and positive reviews.
- Contributed to successful catering events by coordinating meal preparation and execution, exceeding client expectations on each occasion.
General Manager
Pizza Hut
09.2013 - 01.2014
- Implemented cost-saving initiatives that streamlined processes and reduced overhead expenses.
- Led daily operations to optimize service quality and operational efficiency.
- Developed and implemented training programs for staff to enhance performance and customer satisfaction.
- Managed inventory control systems to ensure adequate stock levels and reduce waste.
- Oversaw financial management, including budgeting and revenue tracking, to maintain profitability.
- Managed all aspects of daily operations, including managing budgets, inventory control, and vendor relations.
- Effectively managed labor costs by monitoring productivity levels among staff members and making strategic scheduling decisions.
- Addressed customer concerns promptly and professionally, turning potentially negative experiences into positive outcomes.
- Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
Education
Biology
Valley City State University
Valley City, NDHigh School Diploma -
Jamestown High School
Jamestown, ND05-2009
Skills
- Menu development
- Kitchen operations
- Staff training
- Customer service
- Cash management
- Compliance standards
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Flexible and adaptable
- Problem-solving
- Multitask
Timeline
Head Cook
North Star Public School
08.2020 - 05.2025
Bar Tender
Cando Bar
04.2018 - 07.2020
Cook/Bartender
Highway 66 Pit Stop
11.2015 - 04.2018
Sous Chef
Ramada
01.2014 - 04.2015
General Manager
Pizza Hut
09.2013 - 01.2014
Biology
Valley City State University
High School Diploma -
Jamestown High School