Chris Torok
Vail Resorts Inc
Sonora
2024
years of professional experience
I grew up in Sonora, California. I worked in Coalinga California as a prison guard. From there, I went to culinary school. I'm a culinary arts specialist and a baking and pastry specialist. From there, I worked at Dodge Ridge Ski Resort for a couple years then Kirkwood Calif worked for them for 11 years then I retired. I am bored with my skills and knowledge of food and beverage. I'm excited to go back to Dodge Ridge ski resort.
Friendly, adaptable food and beverage professional with 10+ years in resort service, safety checks, guest support, and daily operations. Known for teamwork, problem-solving, and reliable hands-on coverage.
Work History
Retired
Food and Beverage Jack of All Trades
10 Years 7 Months- Coordinated cross-functional mountain operations, supporting lift, lodging, and guest-service teams with flexible hands-on coverage.
- Inspected equipment and facilities, identifying safety issues and resolving maintenance needs before guest impact.
- Executed daily operational tasks, including setup, cleanup, and supply staging for high-volume resort activity.
- Trained new team members on safety procedures, service standards, and efficient task completion.
Lead Cook
1 Year 4 Months- Prepared breakfast and lunch items for high-volume resort dining service.
- Operated grills, fryers, and prep equipment to complete daily menu orders.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to support timely meal production during peak service.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Adapted quickly to changing guest volumes and special dining requests.
- Assessed ingredient quality and rotated stock to maintain freshness and consistency.
- Followed food safety and sanitation procedures in fast-paced kitchen environments.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to the food preparation process.
- Assembled plated and grab-and-go meals according to resort presentation standards.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Friendly
positive attitude
Teamwork and collaboration
Customer service
Problem-solving
Timeline
Food and Beverage Jack of All Trades
Vail Resorts Inc
09.2012 - 04.2023Read More
Lead Cook
Dodge Ridge Ski Resort
11.2008 - 03.2010Read More
Retired
Retired
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Mother Lode Christian School
High School Diploma
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