Dylan Rothman
Thomas Keller Restaurant Group
Vallejo,CA
1
Certification
13
Years of experience
Resourceful Manager experienced in food service and fitness industries. Achieved significant improvements in team performance and profitability through effective recruitment, training, and mentoring of staff. Diligent Chef contributed to efficient kitchen operations by ensuring timely ingredient preparation and upholding high hygiene standards.
Work History
Commis
1 Year 4 Months- Showcase diverse culinary skills to enhance kitchen operations.
- Supported Chef de partis in completing station tasks to enhance overall performance.
- Apply knowledge of diverse cooking techniques to prepare high-quality dishes.
- Maintain a clean and organized workspace while preparing food.
- Displayed commitment to company values to foster a positive work environment.
- Prepared ingredients, portioned supplies, and organized stations for smooth kitchen workflow.
- Developed strong time management skills, effectively prioritizing tasks to ensure completion within allocated timeframes.
Head Chef
1 Year 7 Months- Created food orders while maintaining cost control to optimize budget management.
- Prepared and developed diverse retail products to enhance menu variety and customer satisfaction.
- Mentor peers in a variety of different culinary methods used in the kitchen.
- Create food orders and maintain cost control.
- Ensured recipe adherence and achieved product consistency to uphold quality standards in the kitchen.
Pastry Chef
9 Months- Prepared a variety of pastry types to meet diverse menu requirements.
- Created a sanitary workspace to promote safety and efficiency in pastry preparation.
- Produced high volumes of pastry products to support sales objectives.
- Collaborated with Sous-chef and Demi Sous-Chef to innovate and develop new pastry offerings.
- Maintained a clean work environment.
Apprentice
2 Years 5 Months- Established new location from the ground up, achieving operational readiness and compliance with company standards.
- Recruited, hired, and trained new employees on customer service and food safety standards, improving team performance and guest satisfaction.
- Managed profitability by controlling a P&L, achieving cost targets and supporting sustained financial health for the location.
- Exceeded monthly goals in employee turnover, food safety, sales, profit after controllable, and speed of service by implementing effective management strategies.
- Trained and developed multiple new managers in essential skills, enhancing leadership pipeline.
Customer Service Representative
3 Years 5 Months- Welcomed arriving guests, providing key tags and information on amenities and policies to enhance member experience.
- Engaged guests at the front desk in pleasant conversations while managing the check-in process, improving customer satisfaction.
- Confirmed reservations and identification for each new arrival, ensuring efficient and secure check-in processes.
- Engaged guests at front desk in conversations while managing check-in process, enhancing overall customer satisfaction.
- Sold personal training packages to members using consultative sales techniques, contributing to membership growth.
- Transcribed phone messages accurately and relayed them to appropriate personnel within minutes to maintain seamless communication.
- Directed incoming calls to internal personnel and departments, ensuring callers' needs were addressed by best-qualified staff.
Cashier/Server Assistant
2 Years 9 Months- Processed POS transactions, including checks, cash, and credit purchases or refunds, maintaining accuracy and efficiency.
- Reconciled cash drawer at the start and end of each shift, accurately accounting for errors and resolving discrepancies to ensure financial integrity.
- Completed thorough cleaning of the entire storefront at the end of each business day, maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety.
Education
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
in Progress
High school diploma
Skills
Knife skills
Culinary techniques
Food quality standards
Kitchen organization
Kitchen cleaning and maintenance
Culinary software
Budgeting
Profit & Loss
Kitchen staffing
Recruiting
Positive demeanor
Team collaboration
Equipment cleaning
Microsoft Office
Positive attitude
Certification
ServSafe Manager, August 2020 to August 2025, ServSafe, May 2020 to August 2022
Timeline
Commis
Thomas Keller Restaurant Group
05.2025 - 09.2026Read More
Head Chef
Andronico's Community Markets
10.2023 - 05.2025Read More
Pastry Chef
One House Bakery
02.2022 - 11.2022Read More
Apprentice
Chipotle Mexican Grill
05.2020 - 10.2022Read More
Customer Service Representative
Gold's Gym Socal
08.2016 - 01.2020Read More
Cashier/Server Assistant
Tutti Frutti Frozen Yogurt
11.2013 - 08.2016Read More
Las Lomas High School
High school diploma
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California State University
Bachelor of Arts from Psychology
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Diablo Valley College
Associate of Arts from Psychology
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