Jared Josiah Cahoon
Missoula,MT
Summary
Seeking full-time or part-time employment by obtaining a position using my skills and experience with an organization that encourages professional and skills growth in the food service industry.
Overview
1
1
Certification
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Mustard Seed
Missoula, Montana
09.2025 - 07.2026
- Mixed cocktails according to standard recipes and customer preferences.
- Provided exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment.
- Engaged with customers to create a welcoming atmosphere at the bar.
- Handled cash transactions accurately and efficiently during busy hours.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the bar area and equipment.
- Took orders from customers accurately and delivered to kitchen staff promptly.
- Brought food and beverages to the table in a timely manner.
Bartender
Ketchikan
Ketchikan, AK
04.2021 - 07.2025
- Managed bar operations during peak hours, ensuring seamless service across breakfast, lunch, and dinner shifts.
- Oversaw bar management and table service to elevate guest experience and satisfaction.
- Delivered bartending and food service for special events, ensuring comprehensive support throughout shifts.
- Prepared a variety of cocktails according to established recipes and customer preferences. according to standard recipes and customer preferences.
- Provided exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment.
- Instructed new bartenders on drink preparation and customer service skills, improving team readiness and service quality. on drink preparation and customer interaction techniques.
Food Service Worker
Saint Patrick’s Hospital
Missoula, MT
04.2019 - 01.2020
- Promoted to supervisor after 3 months, responsible for closing kitchen, securing equipment and cafeteria, and overseeing 8 staff on shift.
- Prepared and delivered food trays to patients across various departments, ensuring timely service and satisfaction.
- Operated industrial-sized dishwasher, managing workflow of dishes from three hospital floors for two meals per shift.
Supervisor/Manager
AMC 12
Missoula, MT
07.2017 - 01.2019
- Oversee 10-14 staff on shift to ensure all tasks are completed during an 8-hour shift, primarily theatre clean-up, cleanliness of concessions and lobby-area, in addition to resolving guest concerns, and cash handling.
- Achieved promotion from Team Member to Crew Lead within 2 months, then elevated to Supervisor/Manager within 6 months.
- Greeted 500-800 guests during weekend rushes, maintaining calm and friendly service while ensuring timely and accurate operations at ticket stand and concessions.
- Tracked product inventory daily and coordinated with vendors weekly to streamline shipment orders.
Prep-Cook/Cook
Buffalo Wild Wings
Missoula, MT
08.2016 - 06.2017
- Managed high-pressure rush periods to prepare and deliver accurate, timely plates for servers, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Prepared the daily menu of items following company recipes, standards, and proper food handling and sanitizing procedures.
- Organized and stored weekly produce shipments using FIFO inventory method to maintain freshness and quality.
Education
University of Montana - Prerequisites and General Education, General Education
University of Montana
Missoula, MT01-2017
University of Montana - Prerequisites and General Education, General Education
University of Montana
Missoula, MT01-2012
GED -
Lifelong Learning Center
Missoula, MT09-2009
Sentinel High School -
Sentinel High School
Missoula, Montana01-2009
Certification
- ABC Alcohol exam Cali.
- Food Handling Cali.
Timeline
Bartender
Mustard Seed
09.2025 - 07.2026
Bartender
Ketchikan
04.2021 - 07.2025
Food Service Worker
Saint Patrick’s Hospital
04.2019 - 01.2020
Supervisor/Manager
AMC 12
07.2017 - 01.2019
Prep-Cook/Cook
Buffalo Wild Wings
08.2016 - 06.2017
University of Montana - Prerequisites and General Education, General Education
University of Montana
University of Montana - Prerequisites and General Education, General Education
University of Montana
GED -
Lifelong Learning Center
Sentinel High School -
Sentinel High School