Ryan Vazquez
Manson,WA
Summary
Energetic cook with passion for food and commitment to providing customers with exceptional culinary experiences. Focuses on using fresh ingredients to create flavorful dishes appealing to different palates. Team player offers clear communication and problem-solving.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
Twisted Cork And Taphouse
2024.03 - Current
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Mentored junior kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative work environment that improved overall team performance.
- Participated in menu planning meetings, offering creative input that led to new signature dishes garnering rave reviews from guests.
Cook
Company Creek Pizza
2019.06 - 2024.03
- 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.
EDR Cook
Mill Bay Casino
2021.08 - 2021.11
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared meals and snacks for company employees. Assisted with stock and prep duties. Helped to prepare menu for special events.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
Facilities Maintenance Technician
Lake Chelan View Apartments
2016.02 - 2020.09
- Inspected buildings, grounds, and equipment for unsafe or malfunctioning conditions.
- Carried out building updates such as painting surfaces, replacing fixtures, and reorganizing rooms.
- Worked quickly on emergency requests in order to minimize disruptions to operations.
- Used standard housekeeping equipment, tools, and supplies to accomplish basic cleaning.
Detail Manager
Davenport Motor Company
2013.08 - 2015.03
- Oversaw inventory, equipment maintenance and bay cleaning.
- Coordinated exterior and interior washing of vehicles according to customer wishes.
- Instructed staff on proper techniques for washing, waxing, cleaning, vacuuming and other tasks.
- Trained detail team to deliver best possible service to customers with quality work.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Inspected finished work to verify employee compliance with detailing standards.
Education
GED -
Manson High School
Manson, WA06.2004
Skills
- grill and saute
- Frying
- Food Presentation
- Order Verification
- Food Handling
- Supply Restocking
- Sanitation
Manager/supervisor
Scheduling, Plan daily task's, Inventory.
Timeline
Sous Chef
Twisted Cork And Taphouse
2024.03 - Current
EDR Cook
Mill Bay Casino
2021.08 - 2021.11
Cook
Company Creek Pizza
2019.06 - 2024.03
Facilities Maintenance Technician
Lake Chelan View Apartments
2016.02 - 2020.09
Detail Manager
Davenport Motor Company
2013.08 - 2015.03
GED -
Manson High School
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