Jake Olsen
Eagle Mountain,UT
Summary
Dependable, fast-learning worker focused on continuous quality improvement across personal output and team processes. Maintains positive, upbeat attitude during challenging situations to support steady performance and engagement. Applies proactive problem-solving habits to improve work consistency.
Overview
2
2
Languages
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Lead
Fat Cats
Saratoga Springs, Utah
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Supervised Fat Cats kitchen line during busy service periods.
- Trained kitchen staff on prep, plating, and safety procedures.
- Managed opening and closing tasks for Fat Cats kitchen operations.
- Coordinated food preparation with servers and front-of-house staff.
- Enforced sanitation standards and cleaned work areas after service.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally.
- Reviewed employee performance evaluations to identify areas for improvement.
Line Cook Trainer
Fat Cats
Saratoga Springs, Utah
02.2023 - 06.2023
- Trained new cooks on kitchen prep, safety protocols, and efficient station setup to ensure smooth operations.
- Provided instruction to new line cooks regarding essential kitchen procedures and station organization at Fat Cats.
- Managed line cook duties while integrating additional training responsibilities for new team members.
- Monitored grill, fry, and sauté stations during busy service periods
- Prepared menu items following Fat Cats recipes and cooking standards
Line Cook
Fat Cats
Saratoga Springs, Utah
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Prepared menu items for Fat Cats Kitchen using grill, fryer, and prep stations.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Assembled orders from tickets with accurate portions and clean presentation.
- Monitored stock levels and restocked ingredients to support efficient service during peak periods at Fat Cats.
- Ensured compliance with food safety and sanitation protocols during shift changes at Fat Cats.
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas, utensils, and equipment during service.
- Coordinated multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining organization in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
Brigham Young University
Provo, UT04-2029
High School Diploma -
Utah County Academy of Sciences
Orem05-2024
Associate of Science - University Studies
Utah Valley University
Orem, UT04-2024
Skills
- Sanitation practices
- Lab safety
- Staff training
- Quality assurance
- Customer service
- Aseptic methods
- Specimen management
- Data interpretation
Languages
Russian
Limited
Marshallese
Elementary
Affiliations
- Volunteer, Missionary Service, Sacramento, CA 2024-2026
Timeline
Kitchen Lead
Fat Cats
06.2023 - 06.2024
Line Cook Trainer
Fat Cats
02.2023 - 06.2023
Line Cook
Fat Cats
06.2022 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
Brigham Young University
High School Diploma -
Utah County Academy of Sciences
Associate of Science - University Studies
Utah Valley University