Ryan Alligood
Lawrenceville
Summary
Culinary professional with over 10 years in the food industry, excelling in staff supervision and training. Proven ability to maintain high food quality and sanitation standards while ensuring 100% guest satisfaction through effective team collaboration.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
Seasons 52
Buford
10.2020 - Current
- Supervised culinary staff to ensure quality food preparation and maintained sanitary standards.
- Guided new staff in understanding roles and responsibilities, enhancing team integration.
- Checked inventory levels and ordered necessary produce and supplies.
- Directed order delivery to guests, ensuring timely service and satisfaction.
- Prepared seasonal dishes using fresh ingredients from local suppliers.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff for seamless service during busy hours.
- Assisted in planning special events and catering services for guests.
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
- Complied with all health department regulations regarding proper food handling methods.
- Plated food according to restaurant artistic guidelines to promote attractive presentation.
- Conducted frequent line checks to keep food at proper temperatures in holding zones.
Culinary Professional
The Olive Garden
Buford
10.2018 - 01.2020
- Oversee kitchen operations to ensure quality and presentation.
- Coordinated kitchen staff and directed meal preparation across all areas to ensure timely service.
- Trained new staff to improve service quality and foster a cohesive team environment.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient kitchen operations and service flow.
- Trained new staff on culinary techniques, safety protocols, and kitchen equipment usage.
- Monitored food quality and freshness, discarding items that did not meet standards.
- Improved performance of team members resulting in high-quality meals produced daily.
- Delegated tasks for kitchen employees and developed staff teams to streamline food preparation procedures.
Insider, cashier, and delivery
Papa Johns
Lawrenceville
11.2011 - 01.2017
- Delivered professional and positive customer service to enhance customer experience.
- Take orders and deliver in a timely manner.
- Processed cash and card payments efficiently at point of sale.
- Prepared ingredients to ensure consistent product quality.
Education
GED -
Gwinnett Tech
Lawrenceville, GA05-2012
GED -
Mill Creek High School
Hoschton, GA05-2009
Skills
- Culinary techniques
- Culinary sanitation
- Problem-solving
- Detail orientation
- Team building
- Leadership development
- Emotional resilience
- persuasive communicator
Awards
- 100% Guest Delight
- Freshness Pin
- Service Pro Pin
- Certified Grill Master
Timeline
Sous Chef
Seasons 52
10.2020 - Current
Culinary Professional
The Olive Garden
10.2018 - 01.2020
Insider, cashier, and delivery
Papa Johns
11.2011 - 01.2017
GED -
Gwinnett Tech
GED -
Mill Creek High School