Ryan Pitts
White City,OR
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience as Head Cook at Masseys Bar and Grill, excelling in recipe development and food safety. Proven ability to enhance menu offerings and train staff effectively, ensuring high-quality meal preparation and compliance with health regulations. Strong communicator dedicated to optimizing kitchen operations and customer satisfaction.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Cook
Masseys Bar and Grill
Gold HIll
02.2022 - Current
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient meal preparation and service.
- Developed and implemented new menu items in collaboration with management.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations within the kitchen.
- Trained new cooks on food preparation techniques and kitchen protocols.
- Monitored inventory levels and ordered supplies to maintain stock availability.
- Coordinated with front-of-house staff to optimize workflow during peak hours.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or service promptly.
Laborer Technician
Quality Fence
Central Point, OR
02.2021 - 02.2022
- Operated power tools for fence installation and repair projects.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow on job sites.
- Maintained inventory of materials and supplies for ongoing projects.
- Assisted in site preparation, including measuring and marking layouts.
- Conducted quality inspections to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Monitored project progress, coordinating tasks to meet deadlines effectively.
- Exceeded expectations in meeting deadlines through consistent hard work and efficient time management skills.
- Trained new hires on proper tool usage and safety protocols.
Steel Fabricator
Brill Metal Works
Central Point, OR
02.2019 - 02.2021
- Fabricated steel components based on technical drawings and specifications.
- Operated welding machinery to join metal parts with precision and accuracy.
- Conducted quality inspections to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline fabrication processes, enhancing efficiency.
- Developed preventive maintenance schedules for equipment, minimizing downtime.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced waste and improved overall productivity.
Apprentice Glazier
Medford Plate Glass
Central Point
01.2017 - 02.2019
- Installed glass products accurately, ensuring structural integrity and aesthetic quality.
- Assisted in glass cutting and shaping processes utilizing industry-standard tools and equipment.
- Maintained safety protocols while operating machinery to minimize hazards on job sites.
- Collaborated with team members to execute complex glazing projects within tight deadlines.
- Trained new apprentices on best practices for glass installation and workplace safety standards.
- Conducted quality control inspections to verify adherence to specifications and customer requirements.
- Streamlined workflow by organizing tools and materials efficiently, enhancing overall productivity.
- Resolved on-site challenges through effective problem-solving techniques, ensuring project continuity.
Education
GED -
Crater High School
Central Point, OR06-2008
Skills
- Food preparation
- Verbal and written communication
- Meal preparation
- Food storage
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Recipe development
- Cost control
- Food safety
- Power tool usage
- Materials handling
- Hand tool proficiency
- Structural steel fabrication
- Tempered glass handling
- Commercial glazing
- Structural glazing
Timeline
Head Cook
Masseys Bar and Grill
02.2022 - Current
Laborer Technician
Quality Fence
02.2021 - 02.2022
Steel Fabricator
Brill Metal Works
02.2019 - 02.2021
Apprentice Glazier
Medford Plate Glass
01.2017 - 02.2019
GED -
Crater High School