Ryan Lomerson
Largo,FL
Summary
Talented kitchen leader and team motivator successful at maintaining staff focus and productivity in high-volume, fast-paced operations. Experienced with French cuisine. High-performing Chef offering 8 years of restaurant experience. Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Chef
Left Bank Bistro
05.2023 - 11.2023
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
- Requisitioned food, selected and developed recipes and standardized production recipes for consistent quality.
- Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
- Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
Line Cook
Bacon Street Diner
12.2022 - 05.2023
- 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.
Sous Chef
Left Bank Bistro
07.2020 - 12.2022
- 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.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
Line Cook
Chili's Resturant
07.2019 - 07.2020
- 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.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Cook
IHOP
03.2019 - 07.2019
- In charge of making sure food is being put out in a timely manner as well as prepping foods for next day or shift.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Assistant Manager
Jimmy Johns Subs
07.2018 - 12.2019
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
Lead Cook
Perkin's Restaurant & Bakery
09.2017 - 07.2018
- In charge of preparing food in a timely manner without error, quality checking other cooks on shift, and ensuring food is following food safety and quality standards
- Cleaning up after each shift and preparing for a successful shift change including stocking up supplies and washing dishes.
Assistant Manager
Jimmy John's
07.2017 - 09.2017
- Manage 5 shifts per week opening and closing store, ensuring the smooth running of the shift, and leading a team of 4 or more employees
- In charge of all cash handling, counting down the till, counting down the safe, and money tracking from shift to shift
- Also in charge of store order system, food prep, POS duties, and dealing with customer complaints.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
Assistant Manager
Jimmy John's
12.2015 - 06.2017
- Responsible for running store managing 5 shifts a week, helping general manager run store, counting the tills, counting down the safe, leading the team giving positive reinforcement towards team, food prep such as slicing of meats and veggies, and dealing with customer complaints.
Deli Associate/ Truck Unloader
Walmart
10.2014 - 09.2015
- Helping customers on sales floor, unloading trucks, pulling pallets to floor, slicing deli meats an cheeses.
- Carefully prepared orders by slicing, weighing, and packaging cheeses and meats and accurately calculated prices.
- Listened carefully to customer instructions and prepared orders according to those preferences.
- Opened new inventory and rotated stock by dates to maintain freshness.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Responded to telephone inquiries regarding available products and services and helped customers make appropriate choices.
- Strictly followed sanitation and food safety guidelines as required by regulatory agencies and company.
Sandwich Artist
Subway
09.2014 - 10.2014
- Cashing out customers, ensuring each customer has a great experience, answering customer questions, Making sandwiches.
- Greeted guests, promoted specials, and took orders.
- Prepared and presented food in compliance with health and safety guidelines.
- Kept workplace clean and organized in line with restaurant policies.
- Trained team members to prepare sandwiches and other items according to instructions.
Shift Lead
Jimmy John's
08.2012 - 05.2014
- Responsible for leading 3 shifts a week, taking care of customer complaints, taking phone calls, slicing meats an veggies, closing store.
- Completed store opening and closing procedures and balanced tills.
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Trained and mentored new employees to maximize team performance.
Education
GED -
Pinellas Park High School
Largo, FL05.2012
Skills
- Kitchen Staff Management
- Banquets and Catering
- Food Prep Planning
- Quality Assurance
- Menu Planning
- Safe Food Handling
- Order Management
- Food Stock and Supply Management
- Signature Dish Creation
- Hiring, Training, and Development
- Food Plating and Presentation
- Fine Dining
References
Charlie Sheets, Supervisor (General Manager), (419)-276-5471 Steve Korducavich, Supervisor (Assistant Manager), (727)-418-0585 Conor Salmon, Supervisor (Assistant Manager), (727)-550-7630
Timeline
Executive Chef
Left Bank Bistro
05.2023 - 11.2023
Line Cook
Bacon Street Diner
12.2022 - 05.2023
Sous Chef
Left Bank Bistro
07.2020 - 12.2022
Line Cook
Chili's Resturant
07.2019 - 07.2020
Cook
IHOP
03.2019 - 07.2019
Assistant Manager
Jimmy Johns Subs
07.2018 - 12.2019
Lead Cook
Perkin's Restaurant & Bakery
09.2017 - 07.2018
Assistant Manager
Jimmy John's
07.2017 - 09.2017
Assistant Manager
Jimmy John's
12.2015 - 06.2017
Deli Associate/ Truck Unloader
Walmart
10.2014 - 09.2015
Sandwich Artist
Subway
09.2014 - 10.2014
Shift Lead
Jimmy John's
08.2012 - 05.2014
GED -
Pinellas Park High School
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