Brian Radko
Springfield, MO *****
****************@***********.***
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Independent Contractor
Amazon Flex-Springfield, MO
January 2023 to December 2024
Pick up and deliver packages to clients all throughout Springfield MO. Private Contractor
Walmart spark-Springfield, MO
March 2019 to September 2024
Deliver packages and food to clients all over springfield mo. Chef
Movie Tavern-Bedford, TX
June 2015 to July 2019
Worked as part of a team of HIGHLY motivated Chefs. Responsible for the efficient operation of the kitchen area and directly in charge of the overall preparation of all the food served in our theater.
Duties include but limited to:
• Cooking up tasty, nutritious and well balanced meals for customers.
• Assisting in the preparation of food under direct supervision of the Head Chef
• Deciding on the quantities of food to be cooked and size of portions
• Creating Dishes for clients to their standards
• Making sure the kitchen staff attire was appropriate in accordance with The relevant guidelines
• Negotiated with sales reps on the price of orders and supplies
• Maintaining the correct level of fresh, frozen and dried foods in store room Produce delivery driver
Ocean side produce-Lake Worth, FL
January 2016 to October 2016
Picked and loaded produce to deliver to clients and all restaurant's in west palm beach FL. Chef
Canapes Catering-College Station, TX
October 2008 to June 2014
Worked with a personal colleague in the launching of a catering company. Designed menus, networked clients, staffed and assisted in equipment procurement and product flow. Set up accounts with multiple purveyors and assured product value as well as plate versus food cost. Assisted in creating a healthy labor analysis and cost. Trained all staff in proper sanitation and product rotation.
Sous Chef
Couco Pazza-Lake Worth, FL
February 2004 to October 2008
Hired as a line worker, gained promotion to Sous Chef in less than six months. Responsible for maintaining daily kitchen operations for large a la carte restaurant. Since gaining this position I have expo's for 500+ covers daily, overseen high volume banquets, and cultivated a well trained and motivated staff. Maintaining labor management, food orders, scheduling, hands on training and proper food handling are all a part of my daily operations. I have greatly increased my knowledge of menu planning and operations with the Executive Chef at this property.
Sous Chef
Sundy House
January 2000 to February 2004
Responsible for all catering and a la carte dining. At this establishment I have gathered extensive managerial foodservice knowledge, including financial accountability, budget forecasting, plate cost versus labor analysis, and the ability to run satellites throughout the property. Sous Chef
Pastiche
June 1998 to January 2000
Maintained and delegated all restaurant and banquet functions at this establishment. Development and execution of menus, scheduling, inventory and food cost were my priories. I have honed my teambuilding skills here, as well as my ability to effectively and personally care for our clients and guests.
Education
Diploma in Hopwell
John Jay High School
May 1994
Skills
• Profit & Loss
• Food Industry
• Menu Planning
• Kitchen Management Experience
• Culinary Experience
• Food Preparation
• Food Safety
• Operations Management
• Forecasting
• Food Handling
• Banquet Experience
• Labor Cost Analysis
• Recruiting
• Commercial driving
• Catering
• Restaurant Experience
• Pricing
• Budgeting
• Cooking
• Kitchen management
• Restaurant experience
• Food handling
• Menu planning
• Profit & loss
• Operations management
• Leadership
• Recruiting
• Driving
• Manufacturing
• Negotiation
• Delivery driver experience
• Customer service
• Load & unload
• Detailing
• Inventory management
• Purchasing
• Account management
Certifications and Licenses
ServSafe
January 2022 to January 2039
Driver's License
Food Handler Certification
Additional Information
20 years experience in food industry
High volume service skills
Knowledgeable in fine dining presentation
Operations Management
P&L Maintenance