Ramon Bryant
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success.
Dedicated employee known for punctuality, pursuing employment options where good customer service and positive attitude will make a difference.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Cook
Independent Village
Indianapolis, IN
09.2021 - Current
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
Cook
Marquette Manor
Indianapolis, IN
08.2020 - Current
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Interacted with waitstaff regarding special orders for customers with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
Chef
Willow Lake Place
Indianapolis , IN
06.2019 - Current
- Instructed cooks and other workers in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
- Managed kitchen staff team and assigned various stages of food production.
- Inspected freezers and refrigerators prior to each shift to check temperature levels and verify proper functionality.
Chef
Oasis
56th Street, The Georgetown.
10.2020 - 10.2023
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Cultivated a positive work culture among kitchen staff through open communication lines and mutual respect within the team.
- Successfully met dietary requirements for diverse clientele by providing customized meal options upon request.
Sous Chef
Eskenazi Hospital
Indianapolis
01.2016 - 10.2021
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
Assistant Manager, Corporate Trainer
Ocharleys
Indianapolis , IN
06.2001 - 08.2021
- Contributed to successful shift management by helping with inventory and food ordering as well as team scheduling and work assignments.
- Led, trained and developed culinary team members to meet and exceed restaurant standards.
- Managed and coached direct reports, supervising cooks and support staff across different shifts.
- Trained employees on cooking techniques, safety standards and performance strategies.
- Received, organized and rotated paper goods and food ingredients.
Education
High School Diploma -
Crispus Attucks Medical Magnet High School
Indianapolis, IN06.1987
Skills
Corporate trainer, Ordering,receiving ,Training Management
- Food preparation
- Cleaning and organization
- Recipe preparation
- Equipment cleaning and maintenance
Timeline
Lead Cook
Independent Village
09.2021 - Current
Chef
Oasis
10.2020 - 10.2023
Cook
Marquette Manor
08.2020 - Current
Chef
Willow Lake Place
06.2019 - Current
Sous Chef
Eskenazi Hospital
01.2016 - 10.2021
Assistant Manager, Corporate Trainer
Ocharleys
06.2001 - 08.2021
High School Diploma -
Crispus Attucks Medical Magnet High School