Bryan Denni
Portland,OR
Summary
Aspiring Foodservice Sales Representative with a robust background in the food and restaurant industry with a focus on driving sales and customer satisfaction. Known for reliability, flexibility, and excelling in building positive relationships with clients and in team environments.
Overview
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Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Cook
Pizza Machine
02.2026 - Current
- Managed inventory levels to ensure product availability and freshness.
- Enhanced customer engagement through product knowledge and recommendations.
- Created promotional displays on social media, boosting product visibility and driving sales.
- Cultivated relationships with regular customers to enhance loyalty and encourage repeat business.
- Implemented promotional displays through Social Media to increase product visibility and sales.
- Analyzed sales data to identify growth opportunities and inform strategic decisions.
Kitchen Manager
Loyal Legion
08.2025 - 02.2026
- Supervised kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Developed and implemented efficient inventory management processes to reduce waste.
- Managed scheduling to optimize staff coverage during peak service hours effectively.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Led weekly team meetings to discuss performance goals and share best practices.
- Developed strong product knowledge to effectively answer customer questions and assist with purchasing decisions.
- Assisted with inventory management, stocking shelves, and maintaining accurate records for quality control purposes.
Head Chef
Savoury Brands
10.2024 - 08.2025
- Developed and implemented seasonal menus to enhance dining experience and showcase culinary creativity.
- Collaborated with suppliers to source high-quality ingredients, optimizing menu offerings and cost management.
- Analyzed customer feedback to refine dishes, enhancing satisfaction and driving repeat business for the establishment.
- Led special events catering, coordinating logistics and execution to deliver exceptional culinary experiences for guests.
- Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to food safety and sanitation standards.
- Conducted regular inventory assessments, managing stock levels to minimize shortages and excesses in supplies.
- Implemented promotional displays to increase product visibility and sales.
Sous Chef
Oven and Shaker Lake Oswego
09.2021 - 10.2024
- Coordinated inventory management, optimizing supply levels and minimizing waste.
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Collaborated with executive chef to develop innovative menu items, leading to increased guest return rates and positive reviews.
- Increased kitchen productivity by optimizing workflow processes and delegating tasks appropriately within the team.
Line Cook
Mazama Brewing
04.2021 - 09.2021
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with a high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Prepared and cooked menu items according to established recipes and presentation standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations, adhering to health and safety regulations.
Lead Line Cook
BJ’s Brewhouse and Restaurant
05.2017 - 03.2021
- Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to food safety and sanitation standards.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Managed inventory control, reducing waste through effective stock rotation and ordering practices.
- Cultivated a positive working atmosphere among kitchen staff to create a strong sense of teamwork.
Assistant Manager
Domino’s Pizza
05.2015 - 09.2017
- Implemented scheduling strategies that improved labor efficiency and reduced overtime costs.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with health regulations and quality standards.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends, adjusting marketing strategies to boost local store performance.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
Education
Associate - Arts in Modern Foreign Language
Eastern Florida State College
Melbourne, FL05-2012
Skills
- Stock rotation
- Social media marketing
- Customer support
- Time management
- Organized
- Detail oriented
- Adaptability
- Goal oriented
- Inventory management
- Strategic Thinking
Certification
Servsafe 2017-Present, Oregon Food Handler 2021-Present
Timeline
Lead Cook
Pizza Machine
02.2026 - Current
Kitchen Manager
Loyal Legion
08.2025 - 02.2026
Head Chef
Savoury Brands
10.2024 - 08.2025
Sous Chef
Oven and Shaker Lake Oswego
09.2021 - 10.2024
Line Cook
Mazama Brewing
04.2021 - 09.2021
Lead Line Cook
BJ’s Brewhouse and Restaurant
05.2017 - 03.2021
Assistant Manager
Domino’s Pizza
05.2015 - 09.2017
Associate - Arts in Modern Foreign Language
Eastern Florida State College