Jacob Harrison
Newnan,GA
Summary
Seasoned Executive Chef with background in diverse culinary styles and management of kitchen operations. Proven expertise in menu development, cost control, and high-quality food preparation. Known for leadership skills, creativity, and commitment to providing exceptional guest experiences. Made significant impact by improving efficiency and streamlining processes in previous roles.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Chef
Grayson's Steak and Seafood
Newnan, GA
03.2020 - Current
- Developed and implemented menus for multiple restaurants, catering events, and private parties.
- Created daily specials based on seasonal ingredients and customer feedback.
- Directed kitchen staff in food preparation and presentation to ensure high quality standards were met.
- Supervised the selection, training, scheduling, and performance of kitchen personnel.
- Reviewed orders from vendors to ensure accuracy and cost effectiveness.
- Ensured compliance with health department regulations by implementing proper sanitation procedures.
- Controlled labor costs through effective use of staff scheduling techniques.
- Designed innovative dishes that incorporated global flavors into traditional cuisine.
- Coordinated with front-of-house staff regarding reservations and table management.
- Created new menu items, managed food expenses and supervised quality to ensure adherence to standards.
- Delegated tasks for kitchen employees and developed staff teams to streamline food preparation procedures.
- Coordinated and executed menu planning, recipe development and daily restaurant operations.
- Managed kitchen staff team and assigned tasks for various stages of food production.
- Implemented and maintained excellent service to achieve guest satisfaction.
- Created recipes, incorporating various techniques, to build flavor and unique visual appeal.
- Planned and prepared food product orders to maintain appropriate stock levels.
- Monitored quality, presentation and quantities of plated food across line.
- Supervised dramatic changes to kitchens, adhered to health department standards and handled customer requests for healthier food options.
- Utilized local, fresh food products to support local economies and showcase community support.
- Focused on customer satisfaction, creating delicious cuisine to impress diners.
- Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
- Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
- Analyzed customer feedback data to improve existing recipes or create new ones.
- Inspected equipment regularly to maintain safe working conditions in the kitchen.
Line Cook
Mama Lucia's
Newnan, GA
03.2008 - 03.2020
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
- Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
- Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
- Ensured freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock.
- Organized the storage area to ensure that all necessary items were readily accessible.
- Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
- Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
- Monitored product freshness and rotation dates to maintain quality assurance standards.
- Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.
- Plated dishes according to restaurant presentation standards before delivering them to customers.
- Adhered to sanitation policies at all times when handling food products.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients for cooking and timely service.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Worked closely with management team in order to meet budget goals while maintaining high quality standards.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
Line Cook
The Tasting Room
Eastpoint, GA
08.2007 - 01.2008
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
- Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
- Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
- Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
- Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
- Monitored product freshness and rotation dates to maintain quality assurance standards.
- Ensured that all dishes were prepared according to recipe specifications.
- Plated dishes according to restaurant presentation standards before delivering them to customers.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct food temperature for high scores on health inspections.
- Cleaned cooking and refrigeration equipment to sanitize and prevent food-borne illness.
Line Cook
Dick and Harrys
Roswell, GA
05.2006 - 07.2007
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
- Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
- Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
- Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
- Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
- Monitored product freshness and rotation dates to maintain quality assurance standards.
- Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.
- Plated dishes according to restaurant presentation standards before delivering them to customers.
- Adhered to sanitation policies at all times when handling food products.
- Ensured that all dishes were prepared according to recipe specifications.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
- Maintained hygienic kitchen with regular mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing utensils and glassware.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct food temperature for high scores on health inspections.
- Cleaned cooking and refrigeration equipment to sanitize and prevent food-borne illness.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Washed and peeled ingredients to prepare for different meals and recipes.
Education
Certificate of Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts
Riverside County Education Academy
Riverside, CA08-1999
High School Diploma -
Aledo High School
Aledo, IL05-1998
Skills
- Quality Assurance
- Safe Food Handling
- Team Leadership
- Sanitation Guidelines
- Inventory Management
- Staff Scheduling
- Ingredients Selection
- Food and beverage pairing
- Kitchen Staff Management
- Food Stock and Supply Management
- Special Events
- Food Safety
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Equipment Maintenance
Certification
- Servesafe
Accomplishments
- Best Steak Coweta County 2022, 2023, 2024
Timeline
Executive Chef
Grayson's Steak and Seafood
03.2020 - Current
Line Cook
Mama Lucia's
03.2008 - 03.2020
Line Cook
The Tasting Room
08.2007 - 01.2008
Line Cook
Dick and Harrys
05.2006 - 07.2007
Certificate of Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts
Riverside County Education Academy
High School Diploma -
Aledo High School