Riley Shelman
Las Vegas
Summary
I am a seasoned cook with experience working a face paced line, leading a station such as grill, salad or sauté, training new staff, and supporting menu development and execution. Skilled in ensuring all dishes meet culinary standards.known for problem solving and working well under pressure with a deep love for the culinary world.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
2nd Cook
Stein Erikson Lodge 7700 Stein Way 435-649-3700
Park City
08.2024 - Current
- Assisted in preparing and cooking high-quality meals for guests.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and equipment.
- Followed recipes and presentation standards to ensure food quality.
- Collaborated with chefs to streamline food preparation processes.
- Monitored inventory levels and reported needs for supplies.
- Trained new staff on food handling procedures and kitchen operations.
- Assisted in developing new menu items based on customer feedback.
- Ensured all food items were stored properly and labeled correctly.
- Prepared soups, sauces, gravies, salads, vegetables and other foods for service.
- Monitored food inventory levels and placed orders as necessary.
- Supervised junior cooks during shifts as needed.
- Plated meals according to presentation standards set by the restaurant.
In-Home Nanny
Jenna Carella
Las Vegas
11.2022 - 08.2024
- Supervised daily activities, ensuring a safe and engaging environment.
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks tailored to dietary needs.
- Communicated regularly with parents about child development and needs.
- Implemented routines to support consistent behavioral expectations.
- Provided emotional support and guidance during challenging situations.
- Communicated regularly with parents about their child's day-to-day experiences and developmental milestones achieved.
- Encouraged good manners among children by modeling appropriate behavior.
Crew members
Fabulous Freddy's
Las Vegas
12.2021 - 05.2022
- Greet customers
- Work in groups
- Handle money
- Provided exceptional customer service during busy shifts.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow.
- Assisted in training new crew members on operational procedures.
- Completed opening and closing tasks such as setting up workstations, cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
Crew Members
Capriotti's Sandwich Shop
Las Vegas
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Prepared sandwiches following Capriotti's recipes and maintaining quality standards.
- Provided excellent customer service by greeting and assisting guests promptly.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely to ensure efficient food preparation processes.
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas, including counters, utensils, and equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily operational goals and enhance workflow.
- Handled cash register transactions accurately and processed payments efficiently.
- Served food quickly for positive guest experiences.
- Completed opening and closing tasks such as setting up workstations, cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
Education
High school diploma -
Centennial High School
Las Vegas, NVSkills
- Food Preparation
- Food Safety
- Culinary Experience
- Time Management
- Recipe execution
- Kitchen safety
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Menu development
- Staff training
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Supervisory skills
- Quality control
- Knife skills
- Sanitation practices
- Food presentation
- Grilling techniques
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Ingredient knowledge
- Calm demeanor
- Communication skills
- Staff motivation
- Conflict resolution
- Adaptability in environments
- Strong work ethic
Timeline
2nd Cook
Stein Erikson Lodge 7700 Stein Way 435-649-3700
08.2024 - Current
In-Home Nanny
Jenna Carella
11.2022 - 08.2024
Crew members
Fabulous Freddy's
12.2021 - 05.2022
Crew Members
Capriotti's Sandwich Shop
08.2021 - 11.2021
High school diploma -
Centennial High School