Ryan Corigliano
Spokane,WA
Summary
Dynamic Chef/ Kitchen Manager with a proven track record of managing food cost, developing menus and building a positive workplace culture. With 20 years of experience, I lead by example and support my team to achieve excellence.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef
The Creek at Qualchan Golf Course
07.2017 - 11.2024
- Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
- Designed and executed catering menus for high-profile events, adapting offerings to meet diverse client needs.
- Boosted team morale and productivity with regular training sessions on culinary techniques and customer service standards.
- Achieved consistent on-time service, optimizing kitchen workflows and staff scheduling.
- Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
Line Cook
Veraci Pizza
02.2017 - 07.2017
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep tasks and effectively organizing workstations.
Kitchen Manager
The Goodwin Food Group
01.2015 - 02.2017
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen team and service areas for optimal guest experiences.
- Consistently met or exceeded local health department inspection requirements through diligent adherence to safety protocols and maintaining thorough documentation records.
- Developed and implemented kitchen policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for kitchen operations and comply with regulations.
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture by actively engaging with staff members, promoting open communication channels, and demonstrating support for ongoing professional development opportunities.
Kitchen Manager
Ferrante's Marketplace Cafe
04.2009 - 02.2015
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining meal preparation processes.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement, encouraging staff to contribute ideas for operational enhancements.
- Maintained meticulous records of health inspections, consistently achieving high scores.
- Created diverse and appealing menu, catering to wide range of dietary preferences and allergies.
- Negotiated with suppliers to secure high-quality ingredients at cost-effective prices.
- Utilized advanced culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes that delighted guests while maintaining the highest of quality standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Joel E Ferris
Spokane, WA06-2006
Skills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Customer service
- Knife skills
- Cooking techniques
- Food quality
- Kitchen management
- Food presentation
- Meal preparation
- Attention to detail
- Knife use
- Creative menu planning
- Catering events
Certification
Food Handlers Permit
Timeline
Chef
The Creek at Qualchan Golf Course
07.2017 - 11.2024
Line Cook
Veraci Pizza
02.2017 - 07.2017
Kitchen Manager
The Goodwin Food Group
01.2015 - 02.2017
Kitchen Manager
Ferrante's Marketplace Cafe
04.2009 - 02.2015
High School Diploma -
Joel E Ferris
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