Ryan Schank
Lehigh Acres,FL
Summary
Adaptable and enterprising Sous Chef with solid industry background and proven expertise in building and leading successful teams. Talented problem-solver ready to back up fellow employees at any time.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sous Chef
ST. MATTHEW'S HOUSE
01.2021 - Current
- Manager-Kitchen Operations, St. Matthews House
- Chef - St Matthews House Catering Division
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
- Contributed to successful catering events by coordinating meal preparation and execution, exceeding client expectations on each occasion.
- Monitored food and labor costs to verify budget targets were met.
Executive Sous Chef
Sam Bucco Bistro/ Big Head Tavern
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Assisted Executive Chef in cost analysis and budget management, optimizing profitability without compromising quality.
- Promoted teamwork among kitchen staff, fostering a positive work environment that encouraged creativity and collaboration.
- Managed inventory control, reducing food waste and optimizing budget allocation.
- Generated employee schedules and work assignments and determined appropriate compensation rates.
- Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
Education
Some College -
Emmanuel College
High school diploma -
Naples High School
12.2014
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Inventory Management
- Food Safety
- Menu Planning
- Kitchen Organization
- Supervising Food Prep
- Detail Oriented
- Cost Control
- Employee Scheduling
- Catering background
Certification
- Manager food safety
- Leadership certification
- Food Handler Certification
Timeline
Sous Chef
ST. MATTHEW'S HOUSE
01.2021 - Current
Executive Sous Chef
Sam Bucco Bistro/ Big Head Tavern
01.2020 - 01.2021
Some College -
Emmanuel College
High school diploma -
Naples High School
- Manager food safety
- Leadership certification
- Food Handler Certification
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