Ryan Cox
Grand Prairie
Summary
Versatile Sous Chef with a proven track record at Earls Kitchen and Bar, excelling in kitchen leadership and team mentorship. Demonstrated expertise in food safety and presentation, achieving significant cost savings through effective inventory management. Known for fostering a collaborative environment, enhancing team performance, and maintaining high standards of culinary excellence.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sous Chef
Earls Kitchen and Bar
07.2020 - 06.2023
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
- Played a key role in achieving positive health inspection results by maintaining strict compliance with all relevant guidelines and regulations throughout daily operations.
- Mentored junior kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative work environment that improved overall team performance.
- Ensured consistent quality control of all dishes leaving the kitchen, resulting in a reputation for excellence among patrons.
Lead Line Cook
Kai
07.2018 - 06.2019
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Maintained high-quality food standards by ensuring consistent execution of recipes and presentation techniques.
- Prepared ingredients ahead of time to promote efficiency in dish garnishing.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Line Cook
Toulouse Cafe
04.2017 - 06.2018
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
Line Cook
Nobu
11.2016 - 02.2017
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Expedited service during peak hours as Tempura cook by coordinating on timing of dish completion.
Dishwasher/Line Cook
Abacus
08.2015 - 10.2016
- Cleared, washed and stacked all plates, dining utensils, and trays quickly and without breaking.
- Quickly moved to the line and trained as a Line Cook, learning basic cooking methods and knife skills.
- Ran the Fry/Saute stations on busy nights, executing in a high pressure kitchen.
- Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
Manager
McDonald's
05.2012 - 03.2015
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Crosswinds HS
Grand Prairie03-2011
Skills
- Team leadership
- Kitchen leadership
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Food presentation
- Food preparation
- Kitchen organization
- Cooking techniques
- Safety management
- Supervising food prep
- Knife skills
- Kitchen equipment operation
Certification
- Food Allergy Training Certificate–Food Allergy Research & Education or MenuTrinfo.
Timeline
Sous Chef
Earls Kitchen and Bar
07.2020 - 06.2023
Lead Line Cook
Kai
07.2018 - 06.2019
Line Cook
Toulouse Cafe
04.2017 - 06.2018
Line Cook
Nobu
11.2016 - 02.2017
Dishwasher/Line Cook
Abacus
08.2015 - 10.2016
Manager
McDonald's
05.2012 - 03.2015
High School Diploma -
Crosswinds HS
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