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RYAN RITTERSDORF

Grand Rapids,MI

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience in fast food and counter service, skilled in order management and customer satisfaction enhancement. Demonstrated ability to maintain cleanliness standards and optimize inventory processes in high-pressure environments. Acknowledged for strong communication and teamwork skills, leading to improved customer interactions. Implemented innovative organizational strategies that increased service efficiency and quality.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Manager

Culver's Inc.
Comstock Park, MI
03.2020 - Current
  • Executed food preparation, serving, and cleaning for lunch and dinner shifts.
  • Maintained high service standards while ensuring timely meal delivery.
  • Trained and guided crew members to enhance team performance.
  • Resolved customer complaints swiftly to uphold positive brand image.

Cook

Creative Dining Services
01.2017 - 04.2021
  • Executed food preparation, serving, and cleaning for breakfast and lunch shifts.
  • Maintained health and safety procedures as ServSafe certified through July 2023.
  • Developed weekly specials to enhance menu variety and boost sales.
  • Provided guidance to junior cooks regarding food preparation methods and techniques.

Cook/Server/Dishwasher

St. Ann's Home
05.2019 - 08.2019
  • Worked at St. Ann's Home during summer break between GRCC semesters.
  • Prepared meals in bulk for large groups as a cook on designated nights.
  • Served food and managed dishwashing duties during other shifts in front of house.

Utility Worker/Receiver

Meijer
01.2014 - 01.2017
  • Maintained cart supply for customers to enhance shopping experience.
  • Ensured cleanliness of store environment for safety and customer satisfaction.
  • Transitioned to Receiving in 2016, unloading trucks efficiently.
  • Stocked inventory systematically to optimize product availability.

Education

Accounting Degree - General Education

Grand Rapids Community College
Grand Rapids, MI
01.2017

High School diploma - Informational Technology

Sparta High School
Sparta, MI
01.2016

Skills

  • Creative problem solving
  • Customer service excellence
  • Quality assurance
  • Task prioritization
  • Proactive inquiry

Certification

  • Servsafe

Affiliations

  • Photography and Photo Editing
  • Travel
  • Event Promoter

Timeline

Manager

Culver's Inc.
03.2020 - Current

Cook/Server/Dishwasher

St. Ann's Home
05.2019 - 08.2019

Cook

Creative Dining Services
01.2017 - 04.2021

Utility Worker/Receiver

Meijer
01.2014 - 01.2017

Accounting Degree - General Education

Grand Rapids Community College

High School diploma - Informational Technology

Sparta High School