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Tanner Reese

Summary

Experienced and dedicated culinary professional currently seeking to become a sales representative. Ten plus years of restaurant experience in a high paced environment with a dedication to quality and excellence while maintaining the highest of standards. Outstanding communication and problem-solving skills, while focusing on teamwork training, managing inventory, and establishing connections.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Sous Chef

Edward's Fine Food And Wine
08.2019 - Current
  • Assisted in the development of staff training programs, improving overall consistency and efficiency within the kitchen environment while fostering professional growth among junior team members.
  • Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
  • Developed close relationships with suppliers to source best ingredients.

Line Cook

Edward's Fine Food and Wine
04.2013 - 08.2019
  • Execution of various dishes in a fine dining environment located in the community of Rosemary Beach, Florida
  • Preparing and expediting dishes on various stations including sauté, grill and pantry
  • Experience with various foods with an emphasis on Gulf Seafood and upscale Southern cuisine
  • Worked various special events including winemaker sponsored dinners and weddings.

Prep Cook

Black and White Tavern
01.2018 - 03.2018
  • Responsible for preparing cakes, pies, breads, soups and sauces
  • Cleaning and butchering of meats and seafoods
  • Portioning various food items for brunch, lunch and dinner services.

Line Cook

Roselie Restaurant and Seafood Bar
05.2017 - 06.2017
  • Cleaning and butchering seafood and shellfish for a raw bar in a fine dining restaurant with a focus on modern cuisine
  • Set up and breakdown of stations, maintaining proper temperatures for seafood and shellfish, dish washing and food prep.

Education

Certificate - Culinary Arts

Gulf Coast State College
Panama City, FL
05.2021

Certificate - Chef's Apprentice

Gulf Coast State College
Panama City, FL
05.2021

High School Diploma -

South Walton High School
Santa Rosa Beach
05.2015

Skills

  • Over 10 years of restaurant experience
  • Daily prep and execution of various dishes in a fast paced, high pressure environment
  • Customer Relations
  • Ordering of food and supplies necessary for various menus including brunch, lunch and dinner
  • ServeSafe Certified

Timeline

Sous Chef

Edward's Fine Food And Wine
08.2019 - Current

Prep Cook

Black and White Tavern
01.2018 - 03.2018

Line Cook

Roselie Restaurant and Seafood Bar
05.2017 - 06.2017

Line Cook

Edward's Fine Food and Wine
04.2013 - 08.2019

Certificate - Culinary Arts

Gulf Coast State College

Certificate - Chef's Apprentice

Gulf Coast State College

High School Diploma -

South Walton High School
Tanner Reese