Ryleigh Trystan Strong
Tallahassee,FL
Summary
Talented kitchen leader and team motivator successful at maintaining staff focus and productivity in high-volume, fast-paced operations. Experienced with sushi rolling, coffee production, sourcing ingredients, controlling budgets and boosting restaurant profiles.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Sushi Chef
Rock N Roll Sushi
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Prepared high-quality seafood, rice and ingredients for sushi.
- Used various types of knives, hand tools and utensils to fillet fish in preparation for sushi.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Educated guests on different types of fish and shellfish to aid decision-making on sushi orders.
- Pleasantly welcomed patrons entering sushi bar, offering to explain menu options.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
- Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.
Barista
Starbucks, Barista
12.2022 - 04.2023
- Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
- Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
- Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
- Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
- Listened carefully to customer requests and created personalized, delicious beverages, which improved sales.
- Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots, and other equipment.
- Memorized recipes for specialty coffee beverages and seasonal offerings.
Shift Leader
Smoothie King
12.2021 - 08.2022
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Completed cash and credit card transactions accurately using POS software.
- Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Managed shift operations, supplied resources and monitored team performance to keep business profitable and running smoothly.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Managed inventory and ordered supplies to keep location well stocked with necessary supplies.
- Completed daily financial activities and prepared weekly reports for management to inform decision-making.
- Prepared and served juices and blended drinks.
- Took customer orders and accurately processed in system.
- Maintained, operated, set up and cleaned food preparation equipment.
- Replenished ingredients, moving from cold or frozen storage to preparation area.
Sushi Runner
Bamboo Sushi
02.2021 - 10.2021
- Maintained speed of service for food orders while minimizing errors and complaints.
- Delivered correct food items to tables according to order documentation.
- Provided excellent customer service while meeting challenging time goals.
- Maintained accurate logs of all deliveries and trips.
- Ran errands for various employees throughout company.
- Monitored supplies of key inventory items.
- Prepared high-quality seafood, rice and ingredients for sushi.
- Pleasantly welcomed patrons entering sushi bar, offering to explain menu options.
- Educated guests on different types of fish and shellfish to aid decision-making on sushi orders.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
Lifeguard
Big Kahuna Fun Park
05.2020 - 10.2020
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
- Responded to emergency situations in a timely, efficient manner.
- Educated patrons on safety protocols and enforced safety rules.
- Maintained order and cleanliness at swimming pool and surrounding areas to uphold hygiene standards.
- Demonstrated rescue techniques and provided first aid in emergency situations.
Education
Associate of Arts - Fine Arts
Northwest Florida State College
Niceville, FL05.2022
Skills
- Fish Preparation
- Portion and Cost Control
- Purchasing
- Resource Requirements
- Company Standards Knowledge
- Sanitation
- Food Safety
- Guest Engagement
- Stock Rotation
- Staff Training
- Quality Control
- Sushi Rolling
- Menu Memorization
- Opening and Closing Duties
- Coffee Expertise
- Foam Art
- Cash Handling
- Espresso Machine Operation
- POS Systems
- Friendly and Outgoing
- Customer Service Management
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Drawer Assignments
- Team Supervision
Timeline
Sushi Chef
Rock N Roll Sushi
03.2023 - 09.2023
Barista
Starbucks, Barista
12.2022 - 04.2023
Shift Leader
Smoothie King
12.2021 - 08.2022
Sushi Runner
Bamboo Sushi
02.2021 - 10.2021
Lifeguard
Big Kahuna Fun Park
05.2020 - 10.2020
Associate of Arts - Fine Arts
Northwest Florida State College
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