Grigori Ryzhkov
Queens,NY
Summary
Personable and bilingual individual with expertise working in fast-paced settings. A true professional with expertise spanning over 15 years of experience in the restaurant industry in various roles, including Catering.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Catering Chef
Conrad Hotel
08.2024 - Current
- Conceptualized menus to account for dietary restrictions, food allergies and personal requests.
- Cooked for large groups of people and managing various types of food for large events.
- Followed all safety instructions to avoid injuries when operating heavy equipment in kitchen.
Catering Chef
Andrea Meyer Catering
12.2023 - Current
- Created and executed customized menus for a wide range of events, including weddings, corporate functions, and private parties
- Collaborated with event planners and clients to design menus that met their specific dietary needs and preferences
- Sourced ingredients from local vendors
- Developed new recipes and techniques to enhance menu offerings
- Collaborated with serving staff to coordinate timing of food service for seamless guest experience
- Created visually appealing displays for buffet setups, ensuring an inviting presentation of food items
Event Staff
City Winery
04.2024 - 09.2024
- Provided exceptional service to guests during events, ensuring positive and memorable experience
- Efficiently set up and organized event spaces, including tables, chairs, linens, and decorations
- Collaborated with event coordinators to execute seamless events according to client specifications
- Followed all safety protocols and guidelines when handling food, beverages, and equipment
- Assisted in preparation and serving of food and beverages during events
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of event areas throughout duration of each event
Deli Clerk/Cook
Publix
07.2023 - 11.2023
- Traditional deli services: Slicing meats and cheeses, sub sandwiches, salads, fried and baked foods section
- Prepared and cooked a variety of deli items, including sandwiches, salads, soups, and hot entrees
- Followed recipes and portion control guidelines to ensure consistent quality and minimize waste
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation standards in food preparation areas, adhering to health department regulations
- Managed inventory levels by monitoring stock levels, rotating products, and placing orders as needed
- Operated deli equipment such as slicers, grills, ovens, fryers, and steamers safely and efficiently
- Handled cash transactions accurately using a point-of-sale system while providing friendly service at the counter
Partner, Head Chef
Athayoga Retreats and Hotel
06.2016 - 02.2023
- Building and running a restaurant for the hotel, designing and executing menus for retreats, events and hotel guests
- Adapting menus for specific dietary restrictions and guidelines
- Created and executed innovative menus, incorporating seasonal ingredients
- Developed recipes for new menu items
- Led daily kitchen operations, overseeing meal production from prep work to final plating
- Managed inventory levels effectively, wasteless kitchen
- Created special event menus tailored to specific dietary restrictions or preferences
Sous Chef/Kitchen Manager
Atari Gastroteca
08.2014 - 04.2016
- Executing daily menu and preparing modern and traditional basque pintxos, tapas and main dishes
Kitchen Manager/Head Chef
TOLALE Neapolitan
11.2009 - 04.2010
- Designing and building pizzeria
- Developed kitchen staff through training
- Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
Partner, General Manager
Una Pizza Napoletana
08.2004 - 08.2009
- Fermentation and quality control, production, service and management, food procurement and customer service
Sous Chef
Convivium Catering
09.2008 - 04.2009
- Catering for corporate and private events
- Menu prep and transportation for the onsite service
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
Server / Bartender
Café Charbon
06.2003 - 03.2004
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
Server / Bartender
Sotto Voce
04.2001 - 09.2003
- Bartending, stock management and waiting tables
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
IT Manager
The New York Look Inc.
01.1996 - 12.2001
- International fashion retail, managing, receiving and processing imported merchandise
- Oversaw IT department operations and training.
- Collaborated with other departments to help meet IT needs and properly integrate and secure systems.
- Customized and repaired technology based on staff requests.
Education
BA - Linguistics and communications
Minsk State Linguistic University
B.A. - Restaurant management
Basque Culinary Center
Donostia-San Sebastián, Guipúzcoa04.2016
Languages
English
Spanish
Russian
Timeline
Catering Chef
Conrad Hotel
08.2024 - Current
Event Staff
City Winery
04.2024 - 09.2024
Catering Chef
Andrea Meyer Catering
12.2023 - Current
Deli Clerk/Cook
Publix
07.2023 - 11.2023
Partner, Head Chef
Athayoga Retreats and Hotel
06.2016 - 02.2023
Sous Chef/Kitchen Manager
Atari Gastroteca
08.2014 - 04.2016
Kitchen Manager/Head Chef
TOLALE Neapolitan
11.2009 - 04.2010
Sous Chef
Convivium Catering
09.2008 - 04.2009
Partner, General Manager
Una Pizza Napoletana
08.2004 - 08.2009
Server / Bartender
Café Charbon
06.2003 - 03.2004
Server / Bartender
Sotto Voce
04.2001 - 09.2003
IT Manager
The New York Look Inc.
01.1996 - 12.2001
BA - Linguistics and communications
Minsk State Linguistic University
B.A. - Restaurant management
Basque Culinary Center
Similar Profiles
Karrel OoiKarrel Ooi
Banquet Server at Conrad HotelBanquet Server at Conrad Hotel
AGUSTIN PEREZAGUSTIN PEREZ
Server at Conrad HotelServer at Conrad Hotel
Naomi AltamiranoNaomi Altamirano
Host at Conrad HotelHost at Conrad Hotel
EMELIE MATEOEMELIE MATEO
Receptionist at Ideal Foot CareReceptionist at Ideal Foot Care
Ana AmadorAna Amador
Assistant Practice Manager at Small Door VeterinaryAssistant Practice Manager at Small Door Veterinary