Zachary Tillman
Vinita,OK
Summary
Proficient Sous Chef highly effective at operating in fast-paced, demanding environments. Adaptable professional with success handling any challenge. 12-year background in high-end restaurant industry. Seasoned Sous Chef specializing in all cuisine. Successful 12 year record in high-volume kitchens. Career achievements working with head chefs and kitchen staff to meet high standards for taste, presentation and service. Gifted Sous Chef with undeniable talents in developing menus to draw in clientele. Passionate individual creating healthy dishes made with locally grown ingredients. Ready for new challenge creating tasty meals for successful establishment. High-performing individual with solid background in culinary arts. Skilled in creating innovative and delicious dishes while managing kitchen staff and inventory. Efficient and committed to keeping high standards of food safety and sanitation. Meticulous Line Cook eager to create unique and delicious dishes. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with good understanding of seamless dining experience for customers. Creative and dedicated to staying up-to-date with food trends. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Line Cook
Soda Pop Shoppe
10.2018 - 01.2023
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
- Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
Head Cook
Ute Pass Brewing Co
05.2013 - 05.2016
- Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
- Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
- Implemented food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
Prep Cook
Moe's Barbeque
03.2011 - 03.2013
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize restaurant pantry.
- Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals.
- Operated dishwasher and manually washed dishes to clean all chinaware, silverware, and cooking utensils.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
- Measured and mixed ingredients according to precise recipes for best results.
- Measured, weighed and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
- Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
- Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced [Type] environment.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
- Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
- Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
Cabinet Builder
Colonial Custom Cabinets
09.2007 - 02.2011
- Assembled cabinet components using glue and mechanical fasteners to create strong, durable products.
- Measured and cut materials to specified dimensions to achieve precise fit.
- Installed hardware such as drawer pulls, hinges, and handles.
- Inspected completed cabinets for quality assurance.
- Maintained safe and organized workspace to minimize risk of injury.
- Read and interpreted design plans to understand project specifications.
- Constructed custom cabinets for residential and commercial spaces using varied hand and power tools.
- Sanded and finished surfaces to create smooth, polished appearance.
- Blueprint design understanding
- Installation understanding
- Repaired cabinets and cabinet parts.
- Repaired and maintained equipment for optimal function and usage.
- Liaised with other woodworkers to complete projects on schedule and within budget.
- Cut plywood, MDF and solid wood to size.
- Developed and retained excellent tool and machinery skill to produce consistent, top-quality work.
- Sanded and finished surfaces to create smooth and attractive finish.
- Reinforced joints with nails or other fasteners to prepare articles for finishing.
- Maintained compliance with all safety and code regulations to protect crew members, clients and structures from harm.
Education
High School Diploma -
Memorial Day School
Savannah, GA05.2007
Skills
- High-Volume Environments
- Menu Planning
- High-Quality Ingredients
- Budgeting and Cost Control
- Vendor Sourcing
- Vendor Relations
- Special Events
- Dish Preparation
- Food Quality Standards
- Collaborative Relationships
- Food Spoilage Prevention
- Proper Storage Procedures
- Kitchen Preparation
- Order Delivery Practices
- Stocking and Replenishing
- Inventory Management
- Garnishing and Plating
- Chef Support
- Guest Satisfaction
- Food Preparation and Safety
- Food Allergies
- Safety Management
- Safe Food Handling
- Staff Motivation
- Line Inspection
- Employee Performance Oversight
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Catering Events
- Portion Sizes
- Equipment Usage
- Food Preparation Supervision
- Heavy Lifting
- Staff Training
- Safe Handling
- Service Quality
- Team Leadership
- Performance Improvement
- Conflict Resolution
- Chef Consultations
- Kitchen Equipment Operation
- Kitchen Management
- Basic Math
- Work Assignments
- Food Preparing, Plating and Presentation
- Verify Food Quality
- Learning Techniques
- Reading Comprehension
- Coordinating Kitchen Staff
- Portion Standards
- Safe Work Practices
- Active Listening
- Temperature Monitoring
- Catering
Timeline
Head Line Cook
Soda Pop Shoppe
10.2018 - 01.2023
Head Cook
Ute Pass Brewing Co
05.2013 - 05.2016
Prep Cook
Moe's Barbeque
03.2011 - 03.2013
Cabinet Builder
Colonial Custom Cabinets
09.2007 - 02.2011
High School Diploma -
Memorial Day School
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