Jamie Jones
Pineville,KY
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Main Cook
Panda Express
Knoxville, TN
03.2021 - Current
- Prepared ingredients for use in cooking and serving food.
- Trained new kitchen staff in proper cooking techniques, recipes, and plating of dishes.
- Ensured that all dishes were prepared to the highest standards, according to restaurant specifications.
- Followed recipes and procedures to prepare, season and cook food products.
- Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
Cook
Shades Of Brown
Middlesboro, KY
03.2021 - Current
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Planned menus based on customer preferences, nutritional value and budget constraints.
Head Sauté Cook Over Sauces and Prepping Items Per
Local Honey
London, KY
12.2019 - 12.2021
- Trained and mentored new sauté cooks on proper cooking techniques, food safety protocols, and kitchen etiquette.
- Monitored the temperature of hot holding units to ensure all food items were held at safe temperatures.
- Prepared a variety of ingredients such as meats, vegetables, and starches for sautéing according to recipes.
- Chopped vegetables and seasoned meats and fish in preparation for grilling, sautéing and braising.
- Performed workstation prep prior to shift start.
Head Chef Over Sauté Sauces & Menu Specials
Ike’s Pizza
Middlesboro, KY
02.2020 - 03.2021
- Developed recipes and menus to meet consumer demand and align with culinary trends.
- Liaised with vendors to purchase optimal recipe ingredients at cost-effective rates.
Owner/Operator Restaurant
Southern Roots Restaurant And Catering
Pineville, KY
07.2016 - 12.2019
- Developed business plan and budget to maximize profitability.
- Analyzed market trends and customer feedback to identify opportunities for growth.
- Managed daily operations of the business, including staff, sales, inventory, and accounting.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bell County High School
Pineville, KY05-1999
Skills
- Cooking techniques
- Portion Control
- Menu development
- Sauce preparation
Timeline
Main Cook
Panda Express
03.2021 - Current
Cook
Shades Of Brown
03.2021 - Current
Head Chef Over Sauté Sauces & Menu Specials
Ike’s Pizza
02.2020 - 03.2021
Head Sauté Cook Over Sauces and Prepping Items Per
Local Honey
12.2019 - 12.2021
Owner/Operator Restaurant
Southern Roots Restaurant And Catering
07.2016 - 12.2019
High School Diploma -
Bell County High School