Tyler Sweat
Horton,KS
Summary
Culinary professional prepared for high-pressure kitchen environments with focus on delivering high-quality dishes. Adept at collaborating with team members to streamline kitchen operations and ensure timely service. Known for flexibility and reliability, with strong commitment to maintaining cleanliness and organization.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Hells Backbone Grill
03.2023 - 12.2024
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
Line Cook
The Lakehouse
07.2022 - 03.2023
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
Chocolate Production Assistant
Ritual Chocolate
05.2021 - 09.2022
- On average would produce in excess of two hundred pounds of chocolate per day.
- Coordinate with Production Manager and Team members on the roasting, winnowing, and production of large quantities of chocolate
- Ensure quality and consistency of product while keeping a properly maintained work environment
Team Lead
Walmart
03.2020 - 07.2021
- Coordinate with Team Members and ensure the reception and rotation of fresh produce and meat products
- Be in charge of quality control, compliance, donations, and team cohesion
Line Cook/Prep Cook
Vessel Kitchen
02.2020 - 03.2020
- Produce and Prep food for service in a timely manner consistently
- Prep work space and food in the morning and clean and prep after service for the following day
Line Cook
Olive Garden
02.2019 - 12.2019
- Quickly and accurately prepare orders while maintaining health standards and a clean work station
- Close the kitchen and maintain cleanliness in accordance with state health laws and prepare the next shift for success
Cook/Prep
Johnnys Tavern
10.2018 - 02.2019
- Cook and prep food across multiple stations
- Required knowledge of a rather extensive menu and the ability to work under pressure of many orders during busy hours
- Menu ranged from burgers and pizzas, to salads and stir fry
- Maintained a clean workspace and close the kitchen on some nights
Floor Installer
Merz Flooring
05.2015 - 10.2018
- Worked as assistant/sub contractor for head installer
- Responsibilities involved regular lifting of objects 75+ lbs with care as to not damage clients property
- Regular use of tools and installation of most flooring from carpets to hardwood
Cashier/Customer Service
Casey's General Store
04.2016 - 03.2018
- Run a cash register system and represent Casey's customer service while watching and stocking product
- It was also normal for me to run the kitchen when needed and make food for customers in a timely manner
- I maintained the store and closed on a regular basis while also solving issues with customers and equipment in the store
Education
2 years at university - Psychology, Communication
Pittsburg State University
Pittsburg, KS05.2015
Skills
- Heavy Lifting
- Team Player
- Food Service
- Ingredient preparation
- Dish assembly
- Quality control
- Kitchen safety
- Menu knowledge
- Team collaboration
- Food preparation
Accomplishments
I worked with Chef Tamara Stanger, a well known Chef from Arizona for a number of years. Including moving to a remote location where I was lucky enough to help her execute her vision for 2 years at Hell's Backbone Grill. Before and during this including multiple events and tasting menu's with innovative and challenging dishes that were accomplished at a high skill level.
Timeline
Line Cook
Hells Backbone Grill
03.2023 - 12.2024
Line Cook
The Lakehouse
07.2022 - 03.2023
Chocolate Production Assistant
Ritual Chocolate
05.2021 - 09.2022
Team Lead
Walmart
03.2020 - 07.2021
Line Cook/Prep Cook
Vessel Kitchen
02.2020 - 03.2020
Line Cook
Olive Garden
02.2019 - 12.2019
Cook/Prep
Johnnys Tavern
10.2018 - 02.2019
Cashier/Customer Service
Casey's General Store
04.2016 - 03.2018
Floor Installer
Merz Flooring
05.2015 - 10.2018
2 years at university - Psychology, Communication
Pittsburg State University
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