Ryan Rayburn
Freeland
Summary
Results-oriented professional with a proven track record in production and packaging, excelling in machine operation expertise and quality control. Successfully mastered purchasing, inventory, and loss management as a chef and restaurant manager, enhancing operational efficiency. Experienced in managing small and large teams across various business models and industries. Exceptional analytical thinking and communication skills drive customer satisfaction and team productivity.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Packaging Operator
Oliver Brewing Company
07.2024 - Current
- Communicated effectively with team members and supervisors to address any concerns or issues that arose during daily operations.
- Labeled, recorded, and inspected packaging to prepare for shipment or storage.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines, maintaining high-quality standards in all aspects of work performed.
- Ensured proper labeling of packages according to regulatory requirements, avoiding potential fines or product recalls due to noncompliance.
- Maintained optimal equipment performance by carrying out all necessary maintenance on machines.
PRO TECH/CANNING LINE OPERATOR
Iron Heart Canning Company
12.2019 - 07.2024
- Assisting with the mechanical setup and operation of a mobile canning line
- This includes meeting all client requests and maintenance of all equipment
HEAD CHEF
Sage Dining Services
12.2018 - 09.2019
- Work with the Food Service Director to manage the daily operations of the kitchen, including but not limited to inventory/ordering, menu planning, and kitchen management
DISTRICT MANAGER
Hopewell Nursery
03.2018 - 12.2018
- Oversaw the shipping, merchandising and sale of all products for a plant nursery in their Home Depot outlets located in Baltimore, Howard and Anne Arundel Counties
- This included ordering and merchandising of proper inventory to ensure optimal sales
GENERAL MANAGER
Zoes Kitchen
08.2015 - 01.2018
- Managed all areas of the operation to ensure proper functionality of the business
- This included inventory and ordering, talent acquisition, and scheduling/payroll
- Managed all aspects of Profit and Loss to maintain profitability
- Developed long and short-range financial objectives, supporting company mission statement
BANQUET CHEF
Baltimore Country Club
04.2014 - 01.2015
- Managed an eight person banquet team in all aspects of our banquet service
- This included, but was not limited to menu planning, ordering, training, food preparation and presentation for weddings, parties and buffets
CHEF DE CUISINE
Bond Street Social
09.2011 - 04.2014
- Ran daily operations of a1.2 million dollar a year gross earning kitchen
- This included menu development, HACCP planning, inventory and ordering, staff hiring and training, food preparation and customer/employee issues
SOUS CHEF/CULINARY INTERN
The Park Hotel
06.2010 - 07.2011
- Food preparation, menu writing, inventory and ordering, training, using fresh ingredients with produce grown on the grounds to create daily specials
- All of this was done in a kitchen owned by a culinary school, while teaching and instructing culinary students
KITCHEN MANAGER
The Tiki Bar at Craven's Cabana
07.2008 - 05.2010
- Oversaw all of the kitchen operations, including but not limited to, inventory and ordering, food preparation, HACCP plan, and staff training
Education
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE - PROFESSIONAL COOKING AND BAKING
Baltimore International College
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) - MARKETING
University of Maryland Global Campus
05-2026
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE - GENERAL STUDIES
Community College of Baltimore County
12.2022
Skills
- Management and Leadership
- Inventory and Recordkeeping
- Menu Planning/Purchasing
- Staffing and Training
- Written and Oral Communication
- Customer Service
- Computer Literacy
- Quality Control
- Analytical Thinking
- Machine Operation Expertise
- Product Packaging
- Deadline Oriented
Certification
Digital Marketing Certificate, University of Maryland Global Campus, December 2023.
Timeline
Lead Packaging Operator
Oliver Brewing Company
07.2024 - Current
PRO TECH/CANNING LINE OPERATOR
Iron Heart Canning Company
12.2019 - 07.2024
HEAD CHEF
Sage Dining Services
12.2018 - 09.2019
DISTRICT MANAGER
Hopewell Nursery
03.2018 - 12.2018
GENERAL MANAGER
Zoes Kitchen
08.2015 - 01.2018
BANQUET CHEF
Baltimore Country Club
04.2014 - 01.2015
CHEF DE CUISINE
Bond Street Social
09.2011 - 04.2014
SOUS CHEF/CULINARY INTERN
The Park Hotel
06.2010 - 07.2011
KITCHEN MANAGER
The Tiki Bar at Craven's Cabana
07.2008 - 05.2010
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE - GENERAL STUDIES
Community College of Baltimore County
Digital Marketing Certificate, University of Maryland Global Campus, December 2023.
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE - PROFESSIONAL COOKING AND BAKING
Baltimore International College
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) - MARKETING
University of Maryland Global Campus
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