Ryan Dunn

• Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
• Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
• Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
• Portioned and prepared primal cuts for butcher counter.
• Cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
• Assisted with menu development and planning.

• Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
• Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
• Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
• Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
• Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
• Monitored food and labor costs to verify budget targets were met.
• Coordinated with vendors to order supplies and maintain high quality standards.
• Assisted with menu development and planning.

• Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
• Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
• Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
• Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
• Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.

• Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
• Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
• Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
• Produced adequate amounts of mise en place to make meal preparation easier.
• Catered large events, such as wedding receptions and corporate luncheons.

Topped pizzas with right ingredients based on orders utilizing recipe-directed amounts and distribution methods.

• Monitored and maintained clean working areas and cooking surfaces.
• Maintained pizza-making and kitchen equipment to keep items in good working condition and kitchen operating smoothly.
• Operated pizza oven and other kitchen equipment safely to protect team members from harm and equipment from damage.
• Rolled and shaped dough to correct sizes and shapes based on orders to fit in oven and cook evenly.
• Monitored pizzas throughout cooking process to deliver correct doneness and prevent burning or under cooking.
• Coached new workers on store policies, pizza making, and dough preparation.

• Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.

• Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
• Managed store organization, maintenance, and purchasing functions.
• Optimized store displays and appearance via strategic merchandising.
• Completed routine store inventories.
• Supervised guests at front counter, answering questions regarding products.