Tyler Woodkey
Appleton,WI
Summary
With over well over 10 years of experience in the culinary industry, I have honed my skills as a chef in various high-paced environments. My career spans fine dining restaurants, to gastropubs, catering and in a boarding home and hospital settings. Where I have consistently delivered exceptional dining experiences. My expertise includes menu development, kitchen management, and staff training. Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a strong commitment to quality, creativity, and customer satisfaction, ensuring that every dish meets the highest standards. My extensive background has equipped me with the ability to adapt to different culinary settings and lead teams to success.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
ThedaCare OSP
05.2024 - Current
Chef
Zuppas Cafe and Marketplace
08.2023 - 05.2024
Cook
St. Elizabeth’s Hospital
06.2023 - 08.2023
Executive Chef
Houdini’s GastroPub
06.2021 - 08.2022
Chef
Zuppas Cafe and Marketplace
11.2017 - 06.2020
Chef
Houdini’s GastroPub
11.2014 - 11.2017
Chef
Zuppas Cafe and Marketplace
06.2012 - 11.2014
Sous Chef
Kensington Grill
06.2011 - 07.2012
Chef
Fratello’s Riverfront
06.2010 - 06.2011
Chef
Touchmark Senior Living
06.2008 - 06.2010
Chef
Cannova’s Pizzeria
11.2007 - 06.2008
Chef
The Seasons
06.2005 - 11.2007
Education
Culinary Arts Degree -
Fox Valley Technical College
Appleton, WI01.2008
High School Diploma -
Appleton East High School
Appleton, WI01.2005
Skills
- Opening and closing the kitchen
- Ordering supplies and taking inventory
- Creating daily opening and closing checklists
- Developing HACCP checklists and preplists
- Crafting menus and creating features
- Food and beverage pairings
- Food preparation and working the line (grill, sauté, garde manger)
- Understanding dietary needs (allergies and restrictions)
- Cleaning and sanitizing the kitchen and equipment
- Providing excellent customer service
- Supervising and mentoring kitchen staff members
- Team building and cooperation mentoring
- Creative problem-solving and maintaining composure under pressure
Additional Employment History
South Park Middle School, Oshkosh, WI, ID Paraprofessional, 11/01/16, 08/31/23
Awards
- Featured in Fox Cities Magazine as Executive Chef for Houdini’s GastroPub, 2022
- Part of the winning chef team for overall best restaurant in the Fox Cities Magazine’s Golden Fork Awards, 2015
- Helped create the featured dish for The Seasons, Fox Cities Magazine, 2007
References
- Justin Stilp, Former General Manager, (920) 594-2121
- Jesse Brawner, Professional Reference, (949) 290-3750
- Max Pakala, Professional Reference, (920) 915-4921
- Robert Paterson, Personal Reference, (920) 470-8047
Timeline
Cook
ThedaCare OSP
05.2024 - Current
Chef
Zuppas Cafe and Marketplace
08.2023 - 05.2024
Cook
St. Elizabeth’s Hospital
06.2023 - 08.2023
Executive Chef
Houdini’s GastroPub
06.2021 - 08.2022
Chef
Zuppas Cafe and Marketplace
11.2017 - 06.2020
Chef
Houdini’s GastroPub
11.2014 - 11.2017
Chef
Zuppas Cafe and Marketplace
06.2012 - 11.2014
Sous Chef
Kensington Grill
06.2011 - 07.2012
Chef
Fratello’s Riverfront
06.2010 - 06.2011
Chef
Touchmark Senior Living
06.2008 - 06.2010
Chef
Cannova’s Pizzeria
11.2007 - 06.2008
Chef
The Seasons
06.2005 - 11.2007
Culinary Arts Degree -
Fox Valley Technical College
High School Diploma -
Appleton East High School