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JARID DEJESUS

Salem,OR

Summary

Culinary professional prepared for high-pressure kitchen environments with focus on delivering high-quality dishes. Adept at collaborating with team members to streamline kitchen operations and ensure timely service. Known for flexibility and reliability, with strong commitment to maintaining cleanliness and organization.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Line Cook

Wingstop
04.2025 - Current
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
  • Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
  • Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
  • Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep tasks and effectively organizing workstations.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Increased kitchen productivity by keeping tools organized for easy access when needed.
  • Boosted employee morale through positive attitude, willingness to assist others when needed.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in using various kitchen equipment safely for efficient food preparation.
  • Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
  • Maintained consistent portion control, ensuring uniformity in presentation and reducing food waste.
  • Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
  • Maintained high standards of food safety and hygiene, surpassing health inspection requirements.

LANDSCAPE ENHANCEMENTS MANAGER

Landscape Services Inc
09.2018 - 08.2024
  • Oversaw landscape staff, contractors, and volunteers by engaging in hands-on work while also conducting inspections and prioritizing tasks. Provided assistance with scheduling.
  • Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
  • Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress and identify areas of improvement.
  • Established processes to ensure efficient workflow throughout the organization.
  • Resolved conflicts between employees by providing guidance on company policies and procedures.
  • Maintained up-to-date records of employee attendance, payroll information, vacation requests.
  • Assessed team member's skillsets and assigned tasks accordingly for optimal efficiency.
  • Analyzed customer feedback data to develop action plans for improving services offered.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, industry standards.
  • Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
  • Enforced customer service standards and resolved customer problems to uphold quality service.
  • Entered time and attendance logs in preparation for payroll.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.

LINE COOK

Strawberry Alley Ale Works
04.2018 - 12.2018
  • Clean food preparation areas; maintain sanitation standards; cook and package food; operate cooking equipment.
  • Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
  • Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
  • Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
  • Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
  • Ensured freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock.
  • Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
  • Monitored product freshness and rotation dates to maintain quality assurance standards.
  • Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.
  • Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
  • Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
  • Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
  • Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients for cooking and timely service.
  • Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
  • Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
  • Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
  • Maintained hygienic kitchen with regular mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing utensils and glassware.
  • Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.

LANDSCAPING CREW LEADER

Mainscape
02.2016 - 04.2018
  • Manage crew; execute work orders; educate crew; document expenses; maintain equipment.
  • Developed and maintained landscaping plans for residential and commercial properties.
  • Scheduled and supervised crew members to ensure timely completion of projects.
  • Ensured proper use of equipment, tools, and materials for each job.
  • Provided guidance on proper techniques for planting, mulching, pruning, mowing, edging, trimming.
  • Trained new employees in safety procedures and policies related to the job.
  • Maintained accurate records of time worked by crew members.
  • Inspected completed work to ensure quality standards were met or exceeded.
  • Responded promptly to customer inquiries and complaints regarding landscaping services.
  • Enforced company policies related to safety regulations and other operational matters.
  • Monitored job sites during construction phase to check progress and address any issues that arose.
  • Coordinated with suppliers on delivery times for materials used in projects.
  • Supervised the loading, unloading of trucks with supplies, equipment necessary for jobs.
  • Regularly inspected tools and equipment used by crew members for signs of damage or wear.
  • Cut and trimmed lawns using power mowers and edgers.
  • Maintained garden areas and landscaping greenery to enhance property appearance and plant health.
  • Operated landscaping equipment to maintain grounds and remove trees.
  • Picked and chose new shrubs and plants according to bedding and sunlight.
  • Pruned trees and bushes to improve visibility and shape.
  • Performed preventative maintenance to keep equipment in excellent working condition.
  • Followed planned landscaping designs to lay sod, seed grass or plant flowers and foliage.
  • Cleared pathways of overgrowth, debris and snow to reduce hazards.

LINE COOK

Liberty park grill
11.2015 - 09.2016
  • Clean food preparation areas; maintain sanitation standards; cook and package food; operate cooking equipment.
  • Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
  • Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
  • Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
  • Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
  • Ensured freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock.
  • Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
  • Monitored product freshness and rotation dates to maintain quality assurance standards.
  • Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.
  • Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
  • Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
  • Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
  • Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients for cooking and timely service.
  • Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
  • Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
  • Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
  • Maintained hygienic kitchen with regular mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing utensils and glassware.
  • Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.

TOW AND RECOVERY DRIVER

Foley Brothers Towing
11.2014 - 10.2015
  • Communicate with dispatcher; tow vehicles; provide customer service; complete paperwork.
  • Checked loads to ensure that cargo was secure and distributed evenly.
  • Performed routine maintenance on trucks such as checking fluid levels, replacing filters, and lubricating moving parts.
  • Followed all applicable traffic laws, regulations, and defensive driving techniques while operating company vehicles.
  • Provided excellent customer service by responding promptly to customer inquiries and complaints.
  • Ensured compliance with DOT regulations and other applicable laws governing transportation of cargo.
  • Prepared documents such as bills of lading, invoices, receipts, proof of delivery documents.
  • Communicated effectively with dispatchers regarding pick-ups and deliveries status updates.
  • Conducted pre-trip inspections prior to departure including verifying load details and confirming route information.
  • Transported vehicles from accident scenes to repair shops or storage lots.
  • Delivered customer vehicles safely and efficiently to desired destinations while adhering to traffic laws and regulations.
  • Utilized GPS to optimize routes and continuously meet estimated delivery times.
  • Secured merchandise, avoiding damage during transportation.
  • Documented daily mileage, gas and other data.
  • Determined most expedient trip by mapping out driving routes ahead of time.
  • Picked up clients from specific locations to transport and drop off at destinations.
  • Performed vehicle inspections prior to towing.
  • Assisted with the loading and unloading of vehicles onto tow truck.
  • Maintained accurate records of all towing activities.
  • Provided roadside assistance services such as jump starts, tire changes, and fuel delivery.

HOT OILER OPERATOR

Thunder Butte Energy Services
06.2014 - 02.2015
  • Operate mechanical controls; monitor fluid transfer; perform maintenance; adhere to company policies.
  • Performed lubrication on all equipment, including pumps, valves and bearings.
  • Installed, repaired, and maintained pipelines, pumps, valves, separators, storage tanks, and other related equipment.
  • Maintained records of daily production data for each well site.
  • Coordinated with other personnel to ensure that all safety procedures were followed during drilling operations.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials from trucks as needed for job sites or warehouse inventory.
  • Operated skid-steer loaders, tractors and backhoes to move earth around the rig site or perform other tasks as required by the job.
  • Transported equipment from one job site to another.
  • Set up and took down drilling rig and equipment.

LINE COOK

Hooters
09.2013 - 06.2014
  • Clean food preparation areas; maintain sanitation standards; cook and package food; operate cooking Clean food preparation areas; maintain sanitation standards; cook and package food; operate cooking equipment.
  • Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
  • Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
  • Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
  • Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
  • Ensured freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock.
  • Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
  • Monitored product freshness and rotation dates to maintain quality assurance standards.
  • Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.
  • Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
  • Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
  • Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
  • Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients for cooking and timely service.
  • Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
  • Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
  • Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
  • Maintained hygienic kitchen with regular mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing utensils and glassware.
  • Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.

COOK

Sonic
08.2012 - 09.2013
  • Clean food preparation areas; maintain sanitation standards; cook and package food; operate cooking Clean food preparation areas; maintain sanitation standards; cook and package food; operate cooking equipment.
  • Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
  • Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
  • Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
  • Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
  • Ensured freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock.
  • Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
  • Monitored product freshness and rotation dates to maintain quality assurance standards.
  • Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.
  • Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
  • Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
  • Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
  • Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients for cooking and timely service.
  • Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
  • Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
  • Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
  • Maintained hygienic kitchen with regular mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing utensils and glassware.
  • Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.

ASSEMBLER

Electrolux
08.2011 - 08.2012
  • Assemble components; maintain equipment; document actions.
  • Follow established assembly methods and procedures to ensure product quality standards are met.
  • Assemble components according to specifications using hand tools, power tools, and other equipment.
  • Position parts in jigs or fixtures for fastening with bolts, screws, rivets, or other fasteners.
  • Align components for proper fit and adjust as necessary during the assembly process.
  • Inspect finished products for defects and conformance to customer requirements.
  • Maintain a clean work area by sweeping up debris from assembly operations.
  • Record production data such as number of units produced, rejected items.
  • Assist in training new employees on proper safety procedures while operating machinery.
  • Adhere strictly to health and safety regulations while carrying out daily tasks.
  • Notify supervisors of any potential issues that may cause delays in production schedules.
  • Adhered to work safety standards, wore protective equipment and removed workplace hazards from job sites.

COOK

Burger King
01.2011 - 06.2011
  • Prepare and pack food; ensure quality; clean kitchen equipment.
  • Clean food preparation areas; maintain sanitation standards; cook and package food; operate cooking Clean food preparation areas; maintain sanitation standards; cook and package food; operate cooking equipment.
  • Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
  • Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
  • Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
  • Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
  • Ensured freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock.
  • Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
  • Monitored product freshness and rotation dates to maintain quality assurance standards.
  • Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.
  • Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
  • Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
  • Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
  • Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients for cooking and timely service.
  • Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
  • Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
  • Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
  • Maintained hygienic kitchen with regular mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing utensils and glassware.
  • Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.

Education

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -

Kenwood High School
Clarksville, TN
05-2011

Skills

  • Proactive and Detail-Oriented
  • Strong Analytical Skills
  • Experienced in Maintaining Equipment and Utensils
  • Substantial knowledge of food safety and handling procedures
  • Exceptional critical decision making skills
  • Effective Time Management
  • Strong Communication Skills
  • Highly motivated
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Attention to detail
  • Customer service

Timeline

Line Cook

Wingstop
04.2025 - Current

LANDSCAPE ENHANCEMENTS MANAGER

Landscape Services Inc
09.2018 - 08.2024

LINE COOK

Strawberry Alley Ale Works
04.2018 - 12.2018

LANDSCAPING CREW LEADER

Mainscape
02.2016 - 04.2018

LINE COOK

Liberty park grill
11.2015 - 09.2016

TOW AND RECOVERY DRIVER

Foley Brothers Towing
11.2014 - 10.2015

HOT OILER OPERATOR

Thunder Butte Energy Services
06.2014 - 02.2015

LINE COOK

Hooters
09.2013 - 06.2014

COOK

Sonic
08.2012 - 09.2013

ASSEMBLER

Electrolux
08.2011 - 08.2012

COOK

Burger King
01.2011 - 06.2011

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -

Kenwood High School

References

References available upon request