Aaron Hohman
Columbus
Summary
Highly motivated and dedicated culinary professional, Aaron Hohman, recently graduated from Sinclair Community College's esteemed culinary program. With a strong work ethic cultivated in a small farm town in Ohio, Aaron thrives in fast-paced environments, both as a team player and an individual contributor. Aaron is Servsafe Certified and an active member of the ACF Dayton Chapter Culinary Institute, demonstrating a commitment to professional development and excellence in the culinary field. Known for his adaptability and flexibility, Aaron is willing to work weekends, holidays, and evenings to ensure exceptional customer experiences and culinary creations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Line Cook
Valentina's
08.2023 - Current
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Line Cook
Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar
02.2022 - Current
- Prepares food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for grilling, steaming, poaching, roasting, with consistent quality and time efficiency.
- Follows health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
- Produces adequate amounts of mise en place to make meal preparation easier.
- Manages food production and plating for private dining parties up to 100 people
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Checks food temperatures regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Trains new kitchen staff on food safety, preparation and cooking techniques.
Crew Member, Cook, Trainer
Chipotle Mexican Grill
03.2020 - 02.2022
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Trained new team members on procedures, customer service, and sales techniques.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Addressed guest needs, questions, or concerns to create optimum experience onboard.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
Server
Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen
05.2019 - 01.2020
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
- Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Hospitality Management & Tourism/Culinary Arts
Sinclair Community College
Dayton, OH08.2023
High School Diploma -
New Riegel High School
New Riegel, OH05.2018
Skills
- High quality food preparation
- Safe food and knife handling
- High attention to detail
- Expertise in seasoning, garnishing, and creative displays
- High-volume, fast-paced work ethic
- Ability to stay calm in high-stress situations
- Team player with excellent communication
- Emphasizes conscientious and forward thinking strategies
Certification
- ServSafe
Timeline
Line Cook
Valentina's
08.2023 - Current
Line Cook
Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar
02.2022 - Current
Crew Member, Cook, Trainer
Chipotle Mexican Grill
03.2020 - 02.2022
Server
Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen
05.2019 - 01.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Hospitality Management & Tourism/Culinary Arts
Sinclair Community College
High School Diploma -
New Riegel High School
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