Jacob Litz
Titusville,FL
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Culvers Franchising System, excelling in food preparation and quality control. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction through meticulous attention to detail and effective team collaboration. Skilled in recipe adherence and inventory management, consistently delivering high-quality dishes while fostering a positive kitchen environment.
Diligent Cook possessing excellent cooking skills and strong knowledge of food safety. Proficient in maintaining well-stocked, organized, and clean kitchen areas to maximize productivity. Dedicated team player with punctual nature and open communication style dedicated to working hard.
Flexible Cook willing to work weekends, holidays and evenings. Comfortable working in fast-paced environments in team setting. Background in maintaining kitchen sanitation, preparing basic components of dishes and working within team of cooks.
Hardworking and enthusiastic Culvers and Brusters 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.
Dependable Cook with expertise preparing foods in fast-paced settings. Team-minded professional knowledgeable in food safety, attractive presentation, and stock management. Efficient multitasker with talents in recipe management and development.
Talented Cook with excellent experience in fast-paced kitchen environments. Clear communicator with team-oriented focus and advanced skills to effectively work with cashiers and kitchen staff to review and prepare orders. Qualified and hardworking with up-to-date food handling permit.
Meticulous individual skilled in different cooking techniques with good understanding of food safety standards. Flexible with stamina to work in fast-paced environment.
Creative cook with extensive experience in high-volume restaurant environments. Outstanding management skills with strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices. Efficient and committed to delivering excellent customer service.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Innovative technology professional with several years of diverse experience. Skilled in enhancing systems and aligning technical solutions with business objectives. Proven success in leading projects from start to finish and contributing to organizational growth and success.
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Culvers Franchising System
03.2025 - 10.2025
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- 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.
- Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
- Assisted in developing new menu items to reflect restaurant's style and standards.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
- Managed inventory and ordered food and supplies to maintain adequate stock.
- Trained new kitchen staff on food safety, preparation and cooking techniques.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
- Developed innovative, creative menu items and recipes.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals.
- Verified proper portion sizes to consistently attain high food quality standards.
- Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping, and proofing.
- Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.
- Developed strategies to enhance catering and retail food service revenue and productivity goals.
Cashier
Culvers Franchising System
03.2025 - 10.2025
- Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
- Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
- Learned duties for various positions and provided backup at key times.
- Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors, and resolving discrepancies.
- Maintained current knowledge of store promotions and highlighted sales to customers.
- Set up new sales displays each week with fresh merchandise.
- Worked with floor team and managers to meet wide range of customer needs.
- Demonstrated product features, answered questions and redirected objections to highlight positive aspects.
- Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.
- Processed refunds and exchanges in accordance with company policy.
- Conducted inventory counts by adding each item in stock and documenting in computer system.
- Encouraged customers to make additional purchases by highlighting current deals and keeping lane well-stocked.
- Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Responded promptly to requests for assistance, spills and customer inquiries.
Cashier
Brusters
04.2024 - 01.2025
- Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
- Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
- Learned duties for various positions and provided backup at key times.
- Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors, and resolving discrepancies.
- Set up new sales displays each week with fresh merchandise.
- Maintained current knowledge of store promotions and highlighted sales to customers.
- Worked with floor team and managers to meet wide range of customer needs.
- Demonstrated product features, answered questions and redirected objections to highlight positive aspects.
- Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.
- Processed refunds and exchanges in accordance with company policy.
- Conducted inventory counts by adding each item in stock and documenting in computer system.
- Encouraged customers to make additional purchases by highlighting current deals and keeping lane well-stocked.
- Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Responded promptly to requests for assistance, spills and customer inquiries.
Education
No Degree -
Titusville High School
Titusville, FLSkills
- Prep work
- Food rotation
- Recipe preparation
- Ingredient inspection
- Food presentation
- Portioning
- Salad preparation
- Server communication
- Portion management
- Attention to detail
- Dish preparation
- Food presentation talent
- Ingredient stocking
- Menu item memorization
- Portion control
- Vendor liaison
- Customer service
- Punctual and honest
- Soup preparation
- Quality assurance and control
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Following cooking methods
- Food plating
- Line station oversight
- Inventory management
- Special dietary requirements
- Problem-solving
- Order accuracy
- Menu planning
- Sauce preparation
- Ordering and stocking
- Ingredients measuring
- Highly motivated
- Foodservice sanitation
- Food preparation
- Prepared foods plating
- Kitchen sanitation
- Active listener
- Head chef collaboration
- Kitchen station setup
- Food spoilage prevention
- Entree preparation
- Professional attitude
- Time management
- Food allergen safety
- Kitchen equipment management
- Deep fryer operation
- Recipe adherence
- Recipe customization
- Food storage procedures
- Garnishing
- Grill operation
- Team collaboration
- Food safety
- Line management
- Kitchen organization
- Stock rotation
- Grilling techniques
- Recipe creation
- Supply management
- Knife skills
- Contamination control
- Food safety standards
- Back of house operations
- Equipment maintenance
- Food storage
- Appetizer preparation
- Flambéing expertise
- Cutting and slicing techniques
- Crew training
- Recipe adaptation
- Team coordination
- Kitchen sanitization
- Effective prioritization
- Kitchen operations
- Workload management
- Cleaning and organization
- Ingredient preparation
- Meat cutting
- Quality control
- Food safety knowledge
Extracurricular activities
I Swim competitively everyday after school, I enjoy playing music in my free time and spending time with my family and friends.
Timeline
Line Cook
Culvers Franchising System
03.2025 - 10.2025
Cashier
Culvers Franchising System
03.2025 - 10.2025
Cashier
Brusters
04.2024 - 01.2025
No Degree -
Titusville High School