James Mcmillan
Tampa,FL
Summary
Seasoned culinary professional with 15 years of diverse experience, including high-volume line cooking and kitchen management. Proven track record as Lead Cook, adept at inventory control, staff guidance, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. Seeking a Cook role to leverage extensive food preparation and safety skills.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Utility Porter for A&E
Delaware North Panda FGF NyNy& Annie's pretzel
Tampa, FL
06.2025 - Current
- Maintained cleanliness of dining areas and kitchens during peak service hours.
- Assisted in transporting supplies and equipment to various locations on-site.
- Organized storage areas to improve accessibility and streamline workflow efficiency.
Aircraft Cabin Cleaner
Prime Flight Aviation
Tampa, FL
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Cleaned aircraft interiors, ensuring passenger comfort and safety standards.
- Inspected cabin areas for cleanliness and reported any issues promptly.
- Operated cleaning equipment, including vacuum cleaners and upholstery cleaners.
Cook/prep
Columbia Restaurant
TAMPA, FL
11.2023 - 10.2024
- Prepared and cooked a wide range of Spanish and Cuban cuisine, ensuring food quality and taste consistency, adhering to recipes and presentation standards, and maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment at Columbia Restaurant.
Lead Cook/Kitchen Manager
King Of The Coop
Tampa, FL
03.2020 - 09.2023
- Oversee daily kitchen operations to maintain seamless service and food preparation.
- Manage inventory to ensure availability of necessary ingredients and supplies.
- Uphold high standards of kitchen hygiene and cleanliness in compliance with safety regulations.
Team Leader
True Green
Tampa, FL
02.2017 - 04.2018
- Prepared and organized packages for efficient truck loading, ensuring neat stacking and secure transportation.
- Managed food preparation and recipe adjustments, maintaining high standards of culinary production.
Cook
JMI Staffing
Tampa, FL
09.2016 - 02.2017
- Prepared and chopped ingredients, ensuring adherence to recipes and maintaining high standards of food quality.
- Cooked a wide range of menu items, consistently delivering well-presented and flavorful dishes.
Houseman/Housekeeper
JMI Staffing for the Doubletree Hotel
Tampa, FL
04.2016 - 09.2016
- Maintained high standards of room cleanliness and organization by efficiently stripping rooms of linens and waste.
- Responded promptly to guest inquiries, ensuring a high level of customer service and guest satisfaction.
Dishwasher
Red Lobster
12.2015 - 02.2016
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness by efficiently washing dishes, ensuring a hygienic environment for food preparation.
- Supported culinary staff by assisting with preliminary food preparation, contributing to the seamless operation of the kitchen.
Crew Member
JT Lawn Service
Tampa Bay, FL
05.2012 - 10.2013
- Executed routine groundskeeping duties, including meticulous grass cutting and tree branch trimming to maintain property aesthetics.
- Uphold high standards of landscape maintenance, ensuring outdoor spaces were well-kept and visually appealing.
Housekeeper Floater
Aramark
Tampa, FL
08.2010 - 04.2011
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation by managing waste disposal, dishwashing, and floor care in a high-traffic environment.
- Assisted in food preparation and service, while also performing cashier duties, ensuring smooth operational flow.
Lead Floor Supervisor for Housekeeping
Tampa Bay Arena
Tampa, FL
06.2004 - 10.2005
- Supervised housekeeping personnel and verified completion of assigned duties.
Lead Floor Supervisor Housekeeping
05.2001 - 08.2002
- Managed housekeeping staff to ensure adherence to operational standards and performance expectations.
Housekeeper Supervisor
10.1999 - 11.2000
- Ensured thorough sanitation of floors and bathrooms, adhering to high standards of cleanliness.
Bagger and Stocker
Winn-Dixie
Tampa, FL
12.1998 - 08.1999
- Ensured efficient customer service by accurately bagging groceries and systematically restocking shelves, while maintaining store cleanliness including floors and bathrooms.
Cashier
KFC
Clearwater, FL
06.1998 - 11.1998
- Provided excellent customer service and efficiently managed cash transactions.
Cashier
Busch Gardens
, Busch Blvd
05.1994 - 06.1995
- Managed financial transactions and ensured accurate cash handling while operating various game stations.
Education
High School Diploma - Mathematics
Jefferson High School
Tampa, FL 08.1999 - 05/2004
Skills
- Supervisory Experience
- Housekeeping Skills
- Floor Technician Skills
- High-Volume Line Cooking Skills
- Serving Skills
- Hospitality Skills
- Groundskeeping Skills
- Forklift Experience
- Landscape Maintenance
- Buffing
- Mowing
- Food Preparation
- Packaging
- Food Handling
- Kitchen Management Experience
- Food Safety
- Meal Preparation
- Supervising Experience
- Food Production
- Materials Handling
- Lawn Care
- Catering
- Inventory Control
- Banquet Experience
- Custodial Experience
- Kitchen Experience
- Restaurant Experience
Certification
- ServSafe, Food Handler Certification
- CPR Certification
Timeline
Utility Porter for A&E
Delaware North Panda FGF NyNy& Annie's pretzel
06.2025 - Current
Aircraft Cabin Cleaner
Prime Flight Aviation
01.2025 - 06.2025
Cook/prep
Columbia Restaurant
11.2023 - 10.2024
Lead Cook/Kitchen Manager
King Of The Coop
03.2020 - 09.2023
Team Leader
True Green
02.2017 - 04.2018
Cook
JMI Staffing
09.2016 - 02.2017
Houseman/Housekeeper
JMI Staffing for the Doubletree Hotel
04.2016 - 09.2016
Dishwasher
Red Lobster
12.2015 - 02.2016
Crew Member
JT Lawn Service
05.2012 - 10.2013
Housekeeper Floater
Aramark
08.2010 - 04.2011
Lead Floor Supervisor for Housekeeping
Tampa Bay Arena
06.2004 - 10.2005
Lead Floor Supervisor Housekeeping
05.2001 - 08.2002
Housekeeper Supervisor
10.1999 - 11.2000
High School Diploma - Mathematics
Jefferson High School
08.1999 - 05/2004
Bagger and Stocker
Winn-Dixie
12.1998 - 08.1999
Cashier
KFC
06.1998 - 11.1998
Cashier
Busch Gardens
05.1994 - 06.1995