RYAN HUMMELL
Hamilton
Summary
Enthusiastic, organized and dedicated to the culinary profession. Recognized for strong work ethic and the ability to work within a team environment as well as independently. Experience includes a dynamic working skills set in the kitchen which has provided me with a strong understanding and respect for service excellence.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Barback
Dirty Dogs Saloon / Club Seventy Seven
06.2025 - Current
- Responsible for Washing, sanitizing, and polishing high-volume glassware and bar tools, maintaining inventory flow throughout the shift.
- Responsible for keeping a safe and clean environment by bussing the bar area, removing trash, and immediately clearing spills and hazards.
- Responsible for keeping all liquor, beer, ice, and supply levels across both venues (Dirty Dogs/Seventy-Seven and all other venues) to ensure continuous bartender service.
- Responsible for Changing CO2 tanks promptly and safely to prevent service interruptions
- A high-volume entertainment complex featuring Hamilton's largest nightclub alongside a themed country/rock saloon, delivering dynamic, multi-genre nightlife and high-energy guest experiences
General Carpenter
Diversified Home Improvements
07.2017 - Current
- Responsible for layout, installation, repairing, finishing, and maintaining various structures, fixtures, and buildings.
- Commercial and Home Renovations/Remodeling
Sous Chef
Glendale Golf & Country Club (ClubLink Corporation)
08.2010 - 01.2018
- Responsible for the daily operation of the kitchen including maintaining reasonable food & labour costs while supervising fellow team members.
- Responsible for maintaining a clean and organized work environment with high health/safety standards.
- Responsible for the ordering of all food products and keeping accurate monthly inventory records.
- Responsible for the professional and proper execution of large banquets and golf tournaments.
- Responsible for assisting the Chef with menu planning, budgeting, and other various managerial duties.
- One of ClubLink’s newest acquisitions taking ownership in 2011. Glendale was established in 1919 originally carved out of the Niagara escarpment. Home to 600 members with high service standards
Sous Chef
Firths Celtic Pub
11.2015 - 01.2017
- Responsible for the preparation and production/service of high-quality food while leading fellow staff members.
- Responsible for executing lunch and dinner service with a positive professional work ethic.
- Responsible for adequate training and teaching fellow staff members various cooking techniques required to maintain a successful operation.
- Assisting the Chef with purchasing, budgeting, menu planning, menu costing, and inventory control
- An upscale Irish Pub serving quality food with unique presentations
1st Cook
The Dickens Pub
12.2014 - 04.2015
- Responsible for lunch and dinner service excelling in all workstations.
- Responsible for the food preparation while following health/safety standards and par-levels.
- Responsible for maintaining a clean and organized work environment with high health/safety standards.
- Preparing stocks, sauces, and soups on a daily basis.
- An authentic unique British pub located in the heart of downtown Burlington
1st Cook
Shoeless Joes Sports Grill
12.2013 - 04.2014
- Responsible for performing daily lunch and dinner services in high pressure situations while excelling in all workstations.
- Responsible for the food preparation while following health/safety standards and par-levels.
- Responsible for maintaining a clean and organized work environment with high health/safety standards.
- A popular sports themed bar/restaurant located in a busy section of Burlington
1st Cook
McMaster Hospitality Services
01.2003 - 01.2010
- Cook/Apprentice covering all aspects of menu preparation while following strict health and safety protocols.
- Maintained quality products in a fast-moving environment through efficient time management skills.
- Demonstrated ability to contribute effectively in a collaborative environment while maintaining a high standard of professional work ethic.
- A McMaster university department provides a variety of trending and healthy foods on campus
Education
Advanced Cook Apprenticeship Program -
George Brown College
Toronto, ONCook/Apprenticeship Program - undefined
Marty Karl Center
Hamilton, ON01.2003
Diploma - undefined
Hill Park Secondary
Hamilton, ON01.2001
Skills
- Smart Serve Certification
- Squirrel POS trained
- Advanced Food Safety Certificate
- WHMIS Certificate
- CPR and First Aid Trained
- Level 1 & 2 Health/Safety
- Windows, MS Word, MS Excel Trained
- Multitasking
- Advanced Pastry Skills
- Team Leadership
Timeline
Barback
Dirty Dogs Saloon / Club Seventy Seven
06.2025 - Current
General Carpenter
Diversified Home Improvements
07.2017 - Current
Sous Chef
Firths Celtic Pub
11.2015 - 01.2017
1st Cook
The Dickens Pub
12.2014 - 04.2015
1st Cook
Shoeless Joes Sports Grill
12.2013 - 04.2014
Sous Chef
Glendale Golf & Country Club (ClubLink Corporation)
08.2010 - 01.2018
1st Cook
McMaster Hospitality Services
01.2003 - 01.2010
Cook/Apprenticeship Program - undefined
Marty Karl Center
Diploma - undefined
Hill Park Secondary
Advanced Cook Apprenticeship Program -
George Brown College