Tyler Hilton
Crestview,FL
Summary
Sushi Chef with three and a half years of experience, with experience as a Fry Cook as well. Well versed in customer service, maintaining calm under pressure, and the use of differing knife techniques. Always strives for communication, efficiency, and customer satisfaction above all else.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Sushi Chef
AJ's Oyster Shanty
Destin, Florida
04.2026 - Current
- Promoted a tidy work environment to enhance efficiency and safety.
- Worked closely with both the kitchen staff, as well as front of house.
- Served guests directly and tended to their needs.
- Prepared sushi as well as other Asian dishes in a fast paced and sometimes chaotic environment.
- Maintained composure and efficiency during high-pressure service periods.
- Prepared each ingredient by hand and restocked every item in an efficient and time oriented manner.
Fry Cook
Marion Street Bar And Bistro
Lake City , FL
03.2025 - 04.2026
- Prepared fried menu items following Marion Street Bar And Bistro kitchen standards.
- Monitored fryer temperatures and maintained safe oil levels during service.
- Handled prep work for batter, sauces, and fryer station supplies.
- Coordinated with line cooks and servers during busy dinner rushes.
- Maintained a clean workspace by wiping every surface after use and making minimal mess with ingredients.
Sushi Chef
Marion Street Bar And Bistro
Lake City, FL
08.2023 - 04.2026
- Gained foundational knowledge of sushi-making to enhance culinary skills and efficiency.
- Developed effective communication strategies with kitchen and front-of-house teams to ensure smooth operations.
- Maintained clean workspace and performed weekly deep cleaning to uphold kitchen hygiene standards.
- Acquired knife skills for cutting, chopping, and filleting proteins.
Education
Associate of Arts - Sociology And Anthropology
Florida Gateway College
Lake City, FL05-2026
Skills
- Stock rotation
- Plating presentation
- Sashimi slicing
- Ingredient pairing
- Knife skills
- Rice preparation
- Inventory management
- Customer service
- Effective communication
Timeline
Sushi Chef
AJ's Oyster Shanty
04.2026 - Current
Fry Cook
Marion Street Bar And Bistro
03.2025 - 04.2026
Sushi Chef
Marion Street Bar And Bistro
08.2023 - 04.2026
Associate of Arts - Sociology And Anthropology
Florida Gateway College