Tyler B. Elmore
Restaurant Industry
Westmont,Illinois
Summary
With over ten plus years in the industry, I bring a sense of accomplishment and confidence to any project at hand. My work ethic is my strongest attribute, along with my leadership skills. Food service professional adept at FOH and BOH operations. Demonstrated team leader with excellent staff management skills. Dedicated, hardworking restaurant management professional with extensive daily planning and operations experience. Skilled in staff training and development. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Line Cook
Exit Strategy Brewing Company
Forest Park, IL
03.2022 - Current
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Created specials for events
- Create new sauces and plates mostly focused on fermenting and pickling right now.
Line Cook
Moore Bewing Co
Villa Park , IL
02.2023 - 04.2023
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Developed innovative, creative menu items and recipes.
Line Cook
Elmhurst Brewing Co
Elmhurst, IL
09.2021 - 03.2022
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
Assistant Manager
Casey's General
Forest Park, IL
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Created employee schedules to align coverage with forecasted demands.
- Made hiring recommendations to increase company's productivity and profitability with quality workers.
- Reviewed sales and gross profit report to assess company efficiency.
Kitchen Staff Member
McDonald's
Aurora, IL
10.2017 - 12.2017
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Monitored food temperatures and quality throughout shifts.
- Kept supplies in sufficient stock by assessing inventory levels and reporting lower stock items.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
Event Associate
Cantigny Golf
Winfield, IL
04.2011 - 10.2013
- Performed event coordination for larger parties and gatherings.
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
- Inspected event facilities to confirm conformance to customer requirements.
- Cooked for large groups of people and managing various types of food for large events.
- Worked closely with couples to meet wedding goals, maintain deadlines and resolve complaints or service issues.
Education
High school diploma -
Glenbard North High School
09.2008 - 05.2011
Skills
Kitchen Staff (9 years)Food Prep (9 years)ExpoTeam MemberWindows (10 years)Computer Hardware (3 years)Typing (10 years)Fast learner (10 years)Hospitality (1 year)Food ServiceServsafeBusserFood ProductionManual transmission (2 years)Delivery Driver ExperienceCustomer Services (2 years)
Garnishing
Food rotation
Portioning
Menu planning
Staff supervision
Recruitment
Budgeting
Safe food handling
Strategic planning
Scheduling
Cost controls
Food plating and presentation
Workflow planning
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Certification
Illinois Serve Safe Certification
Timeline
Line Cook
Moore Bewing Co
02.2023 - 04.2023
Line Cook
Exit Strategy Brewing Company
03.2022 - Current
Line Cook
Elmhurst Brewing Co
09.2021 - 03.2022
Assistant Manager
Casey's General
08.2018 - 05.2019
Kitchen Staff Member
McDonald's
10.2017 - 12.2017
Event Associate
Cantigny Golf
04.2011 - 10.2013
High school diploma -
Glenbard North High School
09.2008 - 05.2011