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James Hickmott

Auburn,AL

Summary

I am seeking an entry-level job that will help me develop my culinary and management skills. I am focused on long-term opportunities within an organization that would lead to a career.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Intern/Line Cook

The Kingstide/The DIME
Charleston, South Carolina
05.2025 - Current
  • Prep ingredients and food for the Kingstide's upstairs bar kitchen, the main Kingstide kitchen, and The DIME's kitchen.
  • Operate the flat-top grill and fryer stations for the upstairs bar kitchen.
  • Operate a wood-fired pizza oven, a commercial kitchen mixer, and a fryer for the DIME's kitchen.
  • Expedite and plate prepared food at the MID station.
  • Wash the dishes when no dishwashers are available at either location.

Line Worker and Pit Worker

Butcher Paper BBQ
Opelika, AL
06.2022 - 05.2025
  • Operate POS system/cash register.
  • Prep uncooked food for pit or for storage.
  • Prepare food for customers.
  • Clean front of house/lobby and greet customers with friendly demeanor.
  • Cook and prep food on pit.

Barista/Cook

Kakao Cafe
Tyrone, GA
06.2019 - 03.2022
  • Operated cash register, collected payments and provided accurate change.
  • Prepared and served coffee, espresso drinks, blended coffees and teas.
  • Greeted guests with pleasant smile and superior customer service.
  • Maintained calm demeanor during high-volume periods and special events.
  • Prepped food items for easy access for the chef.

Volunteer

Midwest Food Bank
Peachtree City, GA
02.2018 - 02.2021
  • Sorted and distributed canned goods and produce to disadvantaged families.
  • Completed assigned duties and consistently produced high volume of work to support daily business needs.
  • Welcomed customers and answered questions.
  • Prepared pallettes of frozen food for distribution.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Hospitality Management - Culinary Science

Auburn University
Auburn, AL
05.2025

Skills

  • Value-added selling
  • Coffee and BBQ expertise
  • Certified in food safety practices
  • Ability to focus under pressure
  • Active listener
  • Team player

Timeline

Intern/Line Cook

The Kingstide/The DIME
05.2025 - Current

Line Worker and Pit Worker

Butcher Paper BBQ
06.2022 - 05.2025

Barista/Cook

Kakao Cafe
06.2019 - 03.2022

Volunteer

Midwest Food Bank
02.2018 - 02.2021

Bachelor of Science - Hospitality Management - Culinary Science

Auburn University