David Kipness
Rockaway,NJ
Summary
Dedicated professional with experience in entrepreneurship and manufacturing. Operated a donut business with a strong emphasis on food Production and customer relations, while also producing high-quality guitar components. Adapts effectively to various roles, demonstrating reliability, efficient time management, and teamwork in dynamic environments.
Overview
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Certification
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3
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder / Small Business Owner
Kippy's Just Great Donuts
Boonton, New Jersey
12.2024 - Current
- Founded and operated small-batch donut business, managing production, sales, and customer service to enhance customer experience.
- Managed budgeting, inventory, and vendor relationships to maximize cost efficiency and support business sustainability.
- Developed and tested recipes to achieve consistent quality and elevate customer satisfaction.
- Developed knowledge of business management, time management, and customer relations.
- Learned and applied food safety regulations and sanitation procedures to ensure compliance with health standards and maintain a safe production environment.
Manufacturer
Gizmotron LLC
Boonton, New Jersey
04.2023 - Current
- Manufactured and assembled guitar addons to exact specifications, delivering high-quality products for musicians and instrument makers.
- Utilize precision tools and materials to maintain consistency and durability in finished products.
- Operated machinery to assemble electronic components, contributing to streamlined production processes.
- Documented production processes and maintained accurate records.
Camp Counselor
Willow Lake Day Camp
Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp's core values.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp''s core values.
- Partnered with staff to cultivate a supportive camp atmosphere, enhancing camper experiences.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts And Hospitality
County Collage Of Morris
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High School Diploma -
MORRIS HILLS REGIONAL DISTRICT
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Skills
- Recipe development
- Culinary management
- Food safety
- Customer service
- Time management
- Event planning
- Professional appearance
Certification
- ServSafe Food Manager Certification
- ServSafe Food Handler Certification
- ServSafe Controlling Foodservice Costs Certification
Extracurricular activities
Musician – Trumpet & Bass Guitar | [Morris Hills Regional District]
- Perform in solo and group settings, developing teamwork, creativity, and stage presence.
- First chair trumpet In large scale symphonic band [Sep 2023-June 2025]
Member – Chaîne des Rôtisseurs, Jeune Chefs Program | 2025 – Present
- Participate in culinary development, professional networking, and training through an international gastronomic society.
- Gaining hands-on training in culinary techniques, food safety, and hospitality management
Community Service – Rise Up rockaway | 2022
- Collected and delivered food and clothes for the needy
Delegate – American Legion Boys State | 2026
- Selected to participate in New Jersey Boys State, a civic education and leadership program focused on government and the political process.
- Participated in a simulated local and state government, including elections, political parties, town meetings, and legislative activities.
Hobbies and Interests
- Musician [Trumpet and Bass Guitar Hobbyist]
- Tennis, Basketball, and Volleyball
- Automotive repair and Restoration
- Cooking and Baking
References
Kaitlyn Cruts
Unit Leader
Willow Lake Day Camp
kaitlynwldc@gmail.com
Timeline
Camp Counselor
Willow Lake Day Camp
05.2025 - 08.2025
Founder / Small Business Owner
Kippy's Just Great Donuts
12.2024 - Current
Manufacturer
Gizmotron LLC
04.2023 - Current
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts And Hospitality
County Collage Of Morris
High School Diploma -
MORRIS HILLS REGIONAL DISTRICT