Bryan Cook
Las Vegas,NV
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1996
1996
years of post-secondary education
Summary
Artistic head chef with strong experience in food service and hospitality. Knowledgeable in managing full-service kitchen and overseeing work of several personnel. Works well with teams and consistently exceeds expectations.
Work History
Head Chef
Flavors Catering & Events
Las Vegas, Nevada
02.2021 - Current
- Developed innovative menus for diverse catering events and client preferences.
- Managed inventory and ordered supplies to maintain optimal stock levels.
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and service.
Prep Line Cook
Outback Steakhouse
Las Vegas, Nevada
- Prepared ingredients according to standardized recipes and menu specifications.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in the prep area and kitchen stations.
- Assisted chefs in assembling dishes for timely service during peak hours.
- Monitored food freshness and quality to ensure safety standards were met.
Chef
H&H kitchen
Las Vegas, NV
- Prepared diverse menu items using fresh, local ingredients.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure efficient meal service.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspaces.
- Developed seasonal recipes to enhance menu offerings consistently.
Head Chef
Kathy's Southern Cooking
Las Vegas, Nevada
- Developed innovative menus for diverse catering events and client preferences.
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and service.
- Managed inventory and ordered supplies to maintain optimal stock levels.
- Maintained high standards of food presentation and quality control during service.
- Trained new kitchen staff in food safety regulations and proper cooking techniques.
- Developed menus and recipes for a variety of dishes, including appetizers, entrees, desserts, and specialty items.
Chef
Hookah Lounge
Las Vegas, NV
- Prepared diverse menu items using fresh, local ingredients.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure efficient meal service.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspaces.
- Developed seasonal recipes to enhance menu offerings consistently.
- Ensured compliance with food safety regulations during food preparation.
- Communicated daily specials and promotions to front-of-house staff effectively.
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to sanitation policies and procedures.
- Checked quality of raw materials before use.
- Stored foods correctly using correct storage containers and labelling systems.
- Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes and garnishing of dishes to ensure that food was prepared in accordance with the restaurant's recipes and presentation standards.
Education
Green Valley High School
Las Vegas, NVBachelor of Arts - General Studies
Cheyenne Community College (CSN)
Las Vegas, NVSkills
- Menu development
- Inventory management
- Food safety compliance
- Kitchen supervision
Timeline
Head Chef
Flavors Catering & Events
02.2021 - Current
Prep Line Cook
Outback Steakhouse
Chef
H&H kitchen
Head Chef
Kathy's Southern Cooking
Chef
Hookah Lounge
Green Valley High School
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies
Cheyenne Community College (CSN)