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Damien Jones

Timmonsville,SC

Summary

A seasoned culinary professional, I've honed my skills in recipe preparation and team leadership at renowned establishments like Outback Steakhouse. My expertise in sanitation protocols and ingredient selection has significantly boosted kitchen efficiency and customer satisfaction, achieving a high accuracy rate in order preparation. Hardworking and enthusiastic Head line cook and stocker trained in every facet of successful work. Stays on top of current and expected demands, quickly realigning tasks to handle needs. Dedicated to first-rate communication and team success.

Landscaping professional ready to deliver exceptional outdoor environments. Adept at enhancing aesthetic appeal and functionality of various landscapes. Collaborative team player known for reliability and adaptability, with skills in plant care and hardscaping techniques.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Landscaper

Jeffro's Landscape
05.2024 - 07.2025
  • Managed landscape installations, ensuring adherence to project specifications and timelines.
  • Trained junior landscapers on efficient planting techniques and equipment usage.
  • Implemented sustainable practices, enhancing the ecological health of landscapes.
  • Collaborated with clients to design personalized landscaping solutions that meet aesthetic and functional needs.
  • Oversaw seasonal maintenance schedules, optimizing resource allocation for various projects.
  • Developed training programs focused on safety protocols and equipment handling for team members.
  • Maintained safe working environments by adhering to safety protocols and conducting regular equipment inspections.
  • Managed inventory of tools, equipment, and materials to ensure proper allocation of resources for each project.
  • Constructed hardscape elements like patios, walkways, retaining walls, outdoor kitchens, fire pits, water features for enhanced functionality of outdoor spaces.
  • Designed and installed custom landscape features to meet clients'' aesthetic preferences and functional needs.

Line Cook

Outback Steakhouse
11.2023 - 04.2025
  • Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
  • Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.

Kitchen Manager

East Coast Wings + Grill
01.2023 - 10.2023
  • Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
  • Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
  • Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
  • Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
  • Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
  • Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
  • Developed and maintained professional relationships with suppliers to acquire high-quality ingredients and products with reasonable prices.

Head Line Cook

Western Sizzlin
05.2016 - 09.2022
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
  • Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
  • Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Used kitchen equipment safely and reduced risk of injuries and burns.

Stocker Associate

Yahnis
10.2019 - 01.2020
  • Maintained inventory and ordered new supplies to meet expected needs.
  • Collaborated with backroom and receiving team, working night shifts to support inventory fulfillment goals.
  • Maintained effective team member communication.
  • Rotated stock correctly to prevent out-of-date products and removed aging items from main shelving to build special promotional displays.
  • Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 45 pounds.

Education

High School Diploma -

Cornerstone Christian Correspondence School
Townsend, GA
11-2025

Skills

  • Prep work
  • Recipe preparation
  • Portioning
  • Food presentation
  • Sanitation protocols
  • Ingredient selection
  • Cooking techniques
  • Task delegation
  • Product restocking
  • Pallet management
  • Shelf merchandising
  • Protected lifting
  • Strong work ethic
  • Heavy lifting
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Using hand tools
  • Lawn care
  • Customer service
  • Landscape maintenance
  • Grounds maintenance
  • Jobsite safety
  • Maintaining equipment
  • Trimming and weeding
  • Weeding and edging
  • Residential landscaping
  • Planting flowers and bushes
  • Weather tolerance
  • Sod laying
  • Hardscape installation
  • Commercial landscaping

Certification

  • ServSafe

Timeline

Landscaper

Jeffro's Landscape
05.2024 - 07.2025

Line Cook

Outback Steakhouse
11.2023 - 04.2025

Kitchen Manager

East Coast Wings + Grill
01.2023 - 10.2023

Stocker Associate

Yahnis
10.2019 - 01.2020

Head Line Cook

Western Sizzlin
05.2016 - 09.2022

High School Diploma -

Cornerstone Christian Correspondence School

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