Ryan Walker
Hazleton,PA
Summary
I've always been drawn towards skills that I can master. Using my hands to create things I can be proud of is what drives me. I take great pride in knowing the hours of practice I put into my craft during my free time pushes me forward in my career and sets me apart from the next person. It's something I've always been drawn to.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Junior Sous Chef
Rostas Cafe
Hazleton, PA
04.2021 - Current
- Oversaw cleanliness of each station in kitchen.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Collaborated with fellow team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and excellent execution of all dishes.
- Consistently met high standards of quality control by conducting thorough taste tests before serving each dish to customers.
- Led team by example in preparing items accurately and according to high-quality standards.
- Delivered verbal culinary instruction and assignments to 3 kitchen staff members daily to promote successful dining experiences for clients.
Traveling Musician
Self-employeed
Hazleton
03.2019 - 04.2021
- Collaborated with fellow musicians for seamless performances and increased audience engagement.
- Scheduled rehearsals with other musicians and choirs.
- Played various instruments professionally, including guitar, piano and drums.
- Elevated performance quality by consistently practicing and refining individual skills on various instruments.
- Performed in 5 shows.
Education
Hazleton Area High School
Hazle Township, PA06.2018
Skills
- Kitchen leadership
- Work under pressure
- Knife Skills
- Cooking techniques
- Food presentation
- Kitchen Management
- Workflow Optimization
- Waste Reduction
Timeline
Junior Sous Chef
Rostas Cafe
04.2021 - Current
Traveling Musician
Self-employeed
03.2019 - 04.2021
Hazleton Area High School