Overview
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Education
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Jairus McCray

Huger,SC

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

BOH Supervisor

The Front Porch Cafe and Creamery
Mount Pleasant, SC
09.2024 - Current
  • Coordinated service requirements with FOH and BOH teams during operations efficiently.
  • Conducted training sessions for new and existing staff to ensure they are familiar with BOH operations and procedures.
  • Displayed strong problem-solving skills, managing issues promptly.
  • Engaged customers in conversation using effective interpersonal skills.
  • Proposed strategies for menu improvement and cost reduction.
  • Prepared ingredients for menu items in accordance with recipes and standards.

BOH Team Member

Weems Ramen
Charleston, SC
09.2024 - Current
  • Engaged in regular team meetings to review upcoming events.
  • Prepared necessary ingredients including vegetables, meats, cheeses, and sauces.
  • Communicated with front-of-house staff regarding customer orders and special requests.
  • Assembled a range of flavorful dishes, including appetizers, side items, and main courses.
  • Substituted for or assisted other cooks during emergencies or rush periods.
  • Collaborated with team members to swiftly address kitchen issues.
  • Executed plans for minimizing food waste, promoting sustainability in operations.

Culinary Team Member

F.I.G.
Charleston, SC
11.2022 - 09.2024
  • Learned how to organize mise en place.
  • Experience working in fast-paced environments.
  • Acquired line-cooking experience.
  • Experience writing prep lists.
  • Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
  • Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.

Housekeeping Team Leader

Wild Dunes
Isle of Palms, SC
12.2021 - 11.2022
  • Shuttle van experience.
  • Can clean, strip and service rooms.
  • Experience using Hotsos and SMS.

FOH Team Member

Mozzo Deli & Caterer
Charleston, SC
11.2021 - 05.2022
  • Looked for ways to serve without direction and regularly pitched in by cleaning up and organizing front area, replenishing condiments and napkins during busy times.
  • Polished up my customer service skills.
  • Multi-tasked during service.
  • Chopped ingredients and prepped food to help catch us up when behind.
  • Polished up barista skills.

Manager

Vicious Biscuit
Mount Pleasant, SC
12.2018 - 11.2021
  • Experience following recipes and prepping for service.
  • Trained new employees in multiple positions.
  • Excelled at supporting others during service.
  • Willingness to always learn and improve skills.
  • Experience handling high volume while short staffed.
  • Basic Bartending and Barista experience.
  • Acquired line cooking experience.

Education

High School Diploma -

Timberland High School
Saint Stephen, SC
05.2017

Skills

  • Reliable and Trustworthy
  • Work Ethic
  • Active Listening
  • Team Leadership
  • Issue and Conflict Resolution
  • Food Preparation
  • Recipe Adherence
  • Food Storage
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Willingness to Learn
  • Cleaning and Sanitizing
  • Flexible and Adaptable

References

  • Vicious Biscuit: Michael Greeley- Co-Owner/Creator of Vicious Biscuit

Phone number: (480) 299-7414

  • Mozzo Deli: Shannon Campbell- Owner of Mozzo Deli

Phone number: (843) 901-9845

  • Wild Dunes Resort: Emily Sweet- Former Manager

E-mail: Emily.Sweet@destinationhotels.com

Phone number: (856) 873-7010

  • The Front Porch Cafe and Creamery: Lorena Munoz- Owner of The Front Porch

Phone Number: (551) 574-1558

  • Weems Ramen: Weems Pendleton- Owner of Weems Ramen

Phone Number: (706) 825-0266

  • F.I.G.: Jillian Schaffer- Former Sous Chef

Email: Jillian@eatatfig.com

Timeline

BOH Supervisor

The Front Porch Cafe and Creamery
09.2024 - Current

BOH Team Member

Weems Ramen
09.2024 - Current

Culinary Team Member

F.I.G.
11.2022 - 09.2024

Housekeeping Team Leader

Wild Dunes
12.2021 - 11.2022

FOH Team Member

Mozzo Deli & Caterer
11.2021 - 05.2022

Manager

Vicious Biscuit
12.2018 - 11.2021

High School Diploma -

Timberland High School
Jairus McCray