Graduate with a B.S. in Psychology, along with a B.F.A. in Film, and 4 years of on-set experience. A motivated mind with developed skills in lighting and composition. A detail-oriented prep kitchen manager with a proven track record in enhancing kitchen operations, team collaboration, and assisting in the development of seasonal menus.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Prep Cook
Kindred Market
Athens, OH
11.2025 - 04.2026
Prepared ingredients and assembled dishes according to recipes and customer specifications.
Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations to ensure compliance with health standards.
Assisted in inventory management by tracking stock levels and reporting shortages promptly.
Prep Kitchen Manager
Jackie O's Public House Restaurant
Athens, OH
09.2022 - 10.2025
ServSafe Certified
Oversaw kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality and safety compliance.
Managed inventory control, optimizing stock levels and minimizing waste.
Developed staff training programs to enhance culinary skills and improve team performance.
Implemented new kitchen procedures, increasing efficiency and reducing preparation times.
Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
Designed and maintained menus to offer variety of high quality and consistency of dishes.
Developed creative daily specials using seasonal ingredients, incorporating fresh flavors into the menu rotation while minimizing costs associated with excess inventory stockpiling.
Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining meal preparation processes.
Crew Trainer
Cinemark Theaters
Milford, OH
06.2018 - 09.2019
ServSafe Certified
Trained new crew members on operational procedures and customer service standards.
Greeted and directed patrons to seating areas, enhancing overall guest experience.
Managed ticketing operations, ensuring efficient entry flow for attendees.
Assisted in maintaining venue cleanliness and organization during events.
Prepared and cooked a variety of dishes, ensuring high-quality presentation and flavor.