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Work History
Education
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Certification
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Education and Training

Aidan Paulsen

HHS
Eugene,OR
1
Certification
6
years of professional experience

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Professional culinary expert with strong track record in preparing high-quality dishes and maintaining kitchen efficiency. Known for exceptional collaboration within team environments and adaptability to changing needs. Possesses key skills in food preparation, safety, and sanitation, along with a keen sense of taste and presentation. Reliable and results-driven, consistently delivering outstanding culinary experiences.

Work History

Patient/Retail Cook

1 Year 5 Months
HHS | 03.2025 - Current
  • Prepared diverse menu items following standardized recipes and safety protocols.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes and improve service speed.
  • Operated kitchen equipment efficiently, ensuring proper sanitation and maintenance procedures.
  • Assisted in inventory management, tracking supplies to minimize waste and optimize stock levels.
  • Trained new staff on kitchen operations, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Monitored cooking times and temperatures to ensure food quality and adherence to health standards.
  • Developed creative daily specials based on seasonal ingredients, enhancing menu variety for customers.
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to the food preparation processes.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
  • Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.

Table Busser

1 Month
El Rancho | 02.2023 - 03.2023
  • Ensured cleanliness standards while promptly addressing dining room needs in fast-paced environment.
  • Responded to guest inquiries and provided requested items to enhance dining experience.
  • Sustained supply of linens, trays, and silverware while performing washing and sanitation.
  • Followed safety and sanitation guidelines in accordance with local health regulations.
  • Helped employees complete required activities during peak periods.

Kitchen Helper

5 Months
Panda Express | 02.2022 - 07.2022
  • Maintained clean, organized kitchen areas to enhance workflow and safety.
  • Sanitized counters and wiped down surfaces following food preparation to prevent cross-contamination from raw meats.
  • Monitored food handling and sanitation procedures to prevent foodborne illnesses.
  • Ensured cleanliness and order of work areas to meet health code standards.
  • Operated industrial mixers and other food processing machinery to support kitchen operations.
  • Backed up kitchen team members during heavy work periods.

Crew Member

4 Months
Little Caesars | 07.2020 - 11.2020
  • Inputted orders into computer system to relay details to kitchen, noting customers' special requests and food allergies.
  • Assisted patrons in making menu selections.
  • Engaged with guests to ensure exceptional customer service and satisfaction.
  • Entered orders into computer system to send order details to kitchen, mentioning customers' special requests and food allergies in person.
  • Operated fryers and grills, coordinated order assembly and packaged items for customers.
  • Summarized all purchased items on bills to facilitate payment processing., accepted payments and returned change.

Line Cook

3 Months
Crockery | 05.2020 - 08.2020
  • Operated fryers and grills following safety protocols to ensure food quality and customer satisfaction.
  • Transported pans and trays of food between work stations, stove, and refrigerator, ensuring efficient workflow.
  • Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
  • Oversaw safe operation of food prep equipment, adhering to safety procedures to prevent accidents and ensure smooth kitchen operations.
  • Executed cooking of multiple orders simultaneously to meet customer demand. simultaneously during busy periods.

Education

GED

Lane Community College | Eugene, OR | 02-2027

Skills

Menu Development
Sanitation Practices
Quality Control
Stocking and Replenishing
Time management
Store Opening and Closing
Payment Processing
Customer satisfaction
Teamwork and Collaboration
Clear Communication
Client relations
Attention to Detail
Customer service

Certification

Licensed Food Handler

Timeline

Patient/Retail Cook

HHS
03.2025 - CurrentRead More

Table Busser

El Rancho
02.2023 - 03.2023Read More

Kitchen Helper

Panda Express
02.2022 - 07.2022Read More

Crew Member

Little Caesars
07.2020 - 11.2020Read More

Line Cook

Crockery
05.2020 - 08.2020Read More

Lane Community College

GED
Read More

Education and Training

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