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Travis Rauch

Travis Rauch

Centralia,WA

Summary

High motivated kitchen worker with 20+years of experience. Dedicated to completing fast-paced work and proper food handling. Dependable and hard working eager to start the next phase of culinary career. Recently moved back to Washington from San Francisco to be closer to family. Love to be in the kitchen it is a true passion. Willing to start at the bottom and work my way to the top. I have a mind set to be the best employee, dedicated to any job and company that I represent on and off the clock.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Grill Cook

McFilers
01.2021 - Current
  • Cooked regular menu items and seasonal offerings according freshest and locally sourced foods.
  • Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications for over 100 people daily.
  • Monitored line efficiency and implemented improvements for increased productivity increased sales by 18%.
  • Planned work on orders so items served together finished cooking at same time.
  • Distributed food to team members with efficiency in high-volume environment.
  • Used cost-saving measures to maximize profits

Executive Sous Chef

Lolinda/ElTecho
01.2016 - 01.2021
  • Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation and safety processes.
  • Collaborated with staff members to create meals for professional athletes, and celebrities, up to 300 people.
  • Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain above 4 star rating on Yelp at all times for both properties.
  • Responsible for training all staff on menus, cooking techniques and daily specials.
  • Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
  • Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.

Sous Chef

Ozumo Contemporary Japanese Cuisine
01.2013 - 01.2016
  • Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality for 20 plus employees
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation and dinner service in fast-paced environment.
  • Collaborated with catering staff members and management to create meals for large banquets.
  • Increased sales from Japanese Grill side of restaurant by 30% though daily specials.
  • Monitored food and labor costs to verify budget targets were met.
  • Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.

Education

High School Diploma -

Centralia High School
Centralia, WA
06.1998

Skills

  • Cook Consistent Dishes
  • Food Service Safety Training
  • Creative Thinking
  • BOH Operations
  • Kitchen Staff Management
  • Hospitality Service Expertise
  • Catering and Events
  • Excellent Knife Skills
  • Fast Learner with Attention to Detail
  • Food Preparation and Safety

Additional Information

2012 Employee of the Year UC Berkeley Food Service Award

2015 Rising Chef Nominee Oakland CA

2018 Next Chef Up Nominee San Francisco Chronicle

Timeline

Lead Grill Cook

McFilers
01.2021 - Current

Executive Sous Chef

Lolinda/ElTecho
01.2016 - 01.2021

Sous Chef

Ozumo Contemporary Japanese Cuisine
01.2013 - 01.2016

High School Diploma -

Centralia High School

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