Tyler Rasmussen
Sun City Center
Summary
Precise Kitchen Manager well-versed in seasoning and preparing food for maximum effect. Expertise in monitoring food storage, sanitizing work surfaces and managing and tracking ingredients. Reliable team player dedicated to efficiency and punctuality. Hardworking Cook brings a detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths. Team-oriented Prep Cook with 20+ years of hands-on experience preparing food in fast-paced eating environments. Skilled in kitchen sanitization, basic cooking and ingredient measurement and assembly. Hardworking and punctual individual possessing excellent manual dexterity and familiarity of kitchen safety and health rules.
Diligent Kitchen Manager with solid background in food preparation and kitchen operations. Efficiently supported line cooks by preparing ingredients and maintaining clean workspace, contributing to smooth service flows. Demonstrated proficiency in multitasking and keen attention to detail in fast-paced environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Prep/Line Cook
The Talking Pint
Riverview, FL
04.2019 - 06.2026
- Sliced meats and cheeses for sandwiches using a variety of specialized knives.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary work area by adhering to all safety standards.
- Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
- Received and stored food and supplies.
- Utilized excellent knife skills to chop and slice vegetables and carve and grind meats and cheeses.
- Verified kitchen staff followed all recipes and portion serving guidelines correctly.
- Measured and weighed food items to comply with portion requirements.
- Established and maintained open, collaborative relationships with the kitchen team to maximize efficiency.
- Helped train and develop new talent.
- Performed regular maintenance tasks on kitchen appliances such as cleaning filters and replacing parts.
- Monitored freshness of food products to help reduce spoilage.
- Reviewed recipes to determine exact measurements and ingredients to create dishes.
- Organized special events such as conferences or training sessions for employees.
- Serve Safe Manager Certified Completion.
- KeyHolder and Security Codes.
Team Associate
Home Depot
Valrico, FL
04.2019 - 02.2020
- Advised customers on best practices when using products developed by the team.
- Looked for ways to go above and beyond job requirements.
- Used all machinery safely and according to manufacturer instructions to prevent workplace accidents.
- Provided customer service to clients, including resolving complaints and answering inquiries.
- Worked through each required task and step in production processes.
- Rotated through a series of different stations based on team needs.
- Contributed to team safety and productivity by removing safety hazards and keeping areas neat and well-stocked.
- Addressed customer needs, responding to specific requests.
- COVID Essential Employee
Line Cook
The Landing Bar & Grille
Valrico, FL
10.2018 - 04.2019
- Inspected equipment for cleanliness prior to every shift.
- Organized the storage area to ensure that all necessary items were readily accessible.
- Carved ham, turkey and roast beef for use in sandwiches and buffet carving station.
- Adhered to portion controls and presentation specifications.
- Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.
- Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
- Ensured that all dishes were prepared according to recipe specifications.
- Weighed, measured and mixed ingredients, following recipes to produce quality dishes.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
- Received and stored food and supplies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Riverview High School
Riverview, FL05-2002
Skills
- Ingredient Preparation
- Meat Cutting
- Vegetable Washings
- Customer Service
- Stock Rotation
- Kitchen Organization
- Sauce Preparation
- Food Processing
- Recipe Adherence
- Flexible Schedule
- Safe Food Handling
- Proper Portioning
- Ingredient Inspection
- Food Storage
- Recipe Preparation
- Active Listener
- Measurements and Weights
- Kitchen Operations
- Time Management
- Dependable and Reliable
- Food safety
- Kitchen management
Certification
- Food Safety Manager under the Conference for Food Protection Standards
Timeline
Prep/Line Cook
The Talking Pint
04.2019 - 06.2026
Team Associate
Home Depot
04.2019 - 02.2020
Line Cook
The Landing Bar & Grille
10.2018 - 04.2019
High School Diploma -
Riverview High School