Ryan Brudette
San Bernardino,CA
Summary
the opportunity to experience and grow into a career field you're passionate about guides you to want to be able to grow within the culinary and food industry. its been a dream of mine to be able to attend culinary school and achieve a career in this field. I've always enjoyed cooking for everyone and giving others is a way to the heart. overall I'm still growing and taking it step by step. Detail-oriented cook skilled in food safety, meal preparation, and kitchen sanitation. Committed to maintaining high standards and clear communication to ensure a safe and efficient culinary environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Yaamava resort and casino
Highland, California
08.2025 - Current
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to ensure quality standards in food preparation.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
- Maintain safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
- Monitored stock levels of food items, placing orders to maintain supply and support service efficiency.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage to ensure safety and maximize freshness.
Cook
Black Bear Diner
Moreno Valley, California
03.2022 - 05.2023
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
- Handled advanced thawing and food pre-preparation for upcoming meals.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
Warehouse Worker
Nordstrom Rack
Riverside, California
03.2021 - 12.2021
- Operated warehouse equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks, safely.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Provided assistance in loading and unloading containers from ships and trains.
- Processed incoming shipments and organized merchandise on the sales floor.
Engineer
ElDorado National
Rialto, California
01.2020 - 03.2021
- Designed innovative solutions for custom bus manufacturing processes.
- Implemented safety protocols to enhance workplace safety and efficiency.
- Provided support during the installation, maintenance, repair, and calibration of equipment.
Grocery Stocker/Cashier
Stater Brothers Markets
San Bernardino, California
08.2018 - 12.2019
- Stocked shelves with grocery items to ensure product availability.
- Assisted customers in locating products and answering inquiries.
- Verified stock levels of existing products on store shelves to ensure adequate inventory levels.
- Collected payments and provided accurate change.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sierra High School
San Bernardino, CA05-2018
Skills
- Food safety
- Meal preparation
- Kitchen sanitation
- Equipment operation
- Inventory management
- Supply restocking
- Time management
- Food presentation
- Quick observation
- Multitasking and organization
- Adaptability in fast-paced
- Hospitality and service industry background
- Customer service orientation
- Clear communication
- Team collaboration
- team player
- Strong passion
Affiliations
- yaamava events
they would give the cooks in the restaurant venues opportunity to serve and provide cuisine dishes and deserts. this would be parties of 300-800 people though the whole year. personally it was a great learning experience because i was able to talk with other chefs from each departments to learn more and apply to my work.
Timeline
Cook
Yaamava resort and casino
08.2025 - Current
Cook
Black Bear Diner
03.2022 - 05.2023
Warehouse Worker
Nordstrom Rack
03.2021 - 12.2021
Engineer
ElDorado National
01.2020 - 03.2021
Grocery Stocker/Cashier
Stater Brothers Markets
08.2018 - 12.2019
High School Diploma -
Sierra High School