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RYAN ZYNDA

Inver Grove Heights,MN

Summary

With over eighteen years of experience in the culinary industry, I have worked across a wide range of restaurants concepts and cuisines. I believe my background has giving me a strong well rounded understanding of kitchen operations, flavor development and team dynamics. While I am comfortable working with most cuisines, I am especially passionate about Italian and Asian cooking. I take pride in working with my hands, crafting thoughtful dishes and serving others through food. What sets me apart is my strong work ethic, reliability and creative approach to the plate. I thrive in fast paced environments and continually look for ways to elevate both the guest experience and my profession

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Personal Chef

Erik's Ranch & Retreats
03.2023 - Current
  • Meal prep for the owner and her family.
  • Prepping for special dietary needs.
  • 1 on 1 cooking lessons with the members.
  • Execute work events and party's.

Banquet Sous Chef

Woodhill Country Club
05.2023 - 03.2024
  • Oversee and execute any and all banquet events. (10-200ppl)
  • Manage and train kitchen staff. Prep/cook/clean.
  • Establish working schedules, prep lists menus and inventory.
  • Receive and order food.

Sous Chef

Levy Restaurants (Guthrie Theater)
09.2022 - 05.2023
  • Oversee the day to day operation of A la carte service, banquet events and cafe.
  • Recipe development and menu planning.
  • Order and stock food for all outlets.
  • Prep/cook/clean/expedite.

Chef De Cuisine

Hazeltine National Golf Club
04.2022 - 09.2022
  • Oversee the day to day operation of A la carte service and help out with banquets as needed.
  • Work two stations in the moring and one at night.
  • Recipe development and menu planning.
  • Train staff and inventory.

Sous Chef

Oak Ridge Country Club
12.2021 - 05.2022
  • Oversee the day to day operation of P.M. A la carte service.
  • Train and develop staff.
  • Food ordering and inventory.
  • Weekly specials (3 course meal) and menu planning.

Education

Bachelor's degree - Restaurant, Culinary, and Catering Management/Manager

The Art Institutes
Minneapolis, MN
09.2012

Skills

  • Time management
  • Organization
  • Attention to detail
  • Menu development
  • Communication
  • Plating and presentation

Languages

Spanish
Elementary

Timeline

Banquet Sous Chef

Woodhill Country Club
05.2023 - 03.2024

Personal Chef

Erik's Ranch & Retreats
03.2023 - Current

Sous Chef

Levy Restaurants (Guthrie Theater)
09.2022 - 05.2023

Chef De Cuisine

Hazeltine National Golf Club
04.2022 - 09.2022

Sous Chef

Oak Ridge Country Club
12.2021 - 05.2022

Bachelor's degree - Restaurant, Culinary, and Catering Management/Manager

The Art Institutes