Tyrone Patterson
Peoria,IL
Summary
Accomplished Banquet Chef with a proven track record at Pere Marquette By Marriott, delivering exceptional service for events up to 500 guests. Expert in kitchen management and food safety, with a flair for food presentation and team leadership. Exceeds customer expectations, ensuring quality control and efficient food stock management.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Banquet Chef
Pere Marquette By Marriott
11.2023 - Current
- Practiced safe work habits to avoid possible injury to self or other employees.
- Learned menu items produced by assigned station to achieve proper quantities.
- Analyzed banquet event orders and planned and coordinated functions with catering staff to meet or exceed customer expectations.
- Ordered food and supplies used to prepare meals for 35-500 people.
- Dated and rotated food containers, safely stored perishables and maintained sanitary work environment to maximize food safety.
- Delivered exceptional service at high-profile events, exceeding client expectations and garnering repeat business opportunities.
- Chopped vegetables, butchered meat and prepared sauces in advance to serve guests promptly and efficiently.
- Grilled, roasted, baked and performed other cooking techniques to produce high volume meals.
- Recognized quality standards in vegetables, fish, dairy and meat products and selected and used freshest ingredients to prepare menu items.
- Trained and mentored junior chefs, fostering a team-oriented environment focused on producing high-quality dishes.
- Established strong relationships with local vendors to source fresh ingredients for menu development purposes.
Line Chef
Craft 309
07.2022 - 10.2023
- Ensured consistent high-quality dishes by adhering to standardized recipes and strict quality control measures.
- Demonstrated versatility by efficiently working across various stations within kitchen as needed.
- Maintained safe and sanitary work environment by following strict food handling guidelines and regular cleaning schedules.
- Expedited customer orders with prompt and accurate plate assembly, ensuring top-notch presentation standards.
- Developed strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple orders simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Restocked food items throughout shift to provide head chef with proper ingredients for dishes.
- Assisted head chef in preparing and serving food.
- Demonstrated versatility by efficiently working across various stations within the kitchen as needed.
- Maintained a safe and sanitary work environment by following strict food handling guidelines and regular cleaning schedules.
- Supported sous chef with daily tasks such as ingredient selection, recipe development, and staff scheduling.
- Upheld high customer service standards by addressing guest feedback and swiftly resolving any concerns or complaints.
Cashier
Huck's Gas Station
04.2021 - 07.2022
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
- Lifted up to 50 pounds at once and used forklift to move heavier loads.
Education
Associate of Business Administration - Business
ICC
Peoria, IL10.2014
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management
Brown Mackie College
Davenport, IA07.2014
Associates in Culinary Arts - Applied Science
William J Dean Tech School
Holyoke, MA06.1992
Skills
Sanitation Procedures
Food presentation
Kitchen Management
Quality Control
Food Preparing, Plating, and Presentation
Team Leadership
Food Safety
Food Stock and Supply Management
Certification
- Food Handlers License - 3 years
Timeline
Banquet Chef
Pere Marquette By Marriott
11.2023 - Current
Line Chef
Craft 309
07.2022 - 10.2023
Cashier
Huck's Gas Station
04.2021 - 07.2022
Associate of Business Administration - Business
ICC
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management
Brown Mackie College
Associates in Culinary Arts - Applied Science
William J Dean Tech School
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