Jakob Cain
Parma,OH
Summary
Reliable individual with skills and experience as Laboratory Technician. Smart and committed to job well done and offering exceptional drive. Diligent problem-solver with resourceful approach to challenges and organized style. Leverages Area of expertise expertise to manage job functions. Excellent communicator with focus on results. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab Technician
Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories
04.2022 - Current
- Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Monitored testing procedures to meet criteria and maintain quality control.
- Inspected laboratory equipment to maintain good working condition for optimal results.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Oversaw items in inventory and reordered before supplies diminished.
- Prepared reagents, media and solutions to use for laboratory testing and analysis.
- Adhered to laboratory safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards.
- Troubleshot and resolved equipment and process issues.
- Operated and performed preventative maintenance on laboratory equipment and instruments.
- Prepared reagents and solutions following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
- Developed new protocols and improved existing laboratory processes.
Line Cook
The Brew Kettle
07.2021 - 04.2022
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
- Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Verified proper portion sizes to consistently attain high food quality standards.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
Line Cook
FatHeads Brewery
09.2019 - 02.2021
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
- Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
- Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals.
- Verified proper portion sizes to consistently attain high food quality standards.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
Grill Team Crew Member
McDonald's
06.2013 - 08.2019
- Restocked cooking ingredients on daily basis to maintain optimum inventory.
- Sanitized hands and surfaces before preparing foods.
- Maintained clean and organized workspace to prevent cross-contamination of food.
- Maintained stock levels for sanitary products for both employees and customers.
- Adhered to strict time limit for orders, maintaining quick turnout for orders with minimal mistakes.
- Read food order slips and accepted verbal instructions by waitstaff to prepare dishes for customers.
- Trained new personnel on safe handling procedures for raw foods.
- Processed large orders for special events and catering services.
Education
Diploma -
Parma Community Constellation High School
5983 W 54th St06.2014
Skills
- Materials Testing
- File and Recordkeeping
- Sample Preparation and Analysis
- Biohazardous Waste Disposal
- Attention to Detail
- Laboratory Techniques
- Quality Standards
- Electronics
- Use Testing Equipment
- Radioactive Contamination
Timeline
Lab Technician
Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories
04.2022 - Current
Line Cook
The Brew Kettle
07.2021 - 04.2022
Line Cook
FatHeads Brewery
09.2019 - 02.2021
Grill Team Crew Member
McDonald's
06.2013 - 08.2019
Diploma -
Parma Community Constellation High School
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