Jason Allen
Portland,OR
Summary
Skilled cook with diverse experience in various culinary settings, including high-volume restaurants, and hotel catering services. Possess strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, menu development, and kitchen safety protocols. Team-oriented professional with the ability to work effortlessly under pressure while maintaining creativity and quality standards. Contributed to significant improvements in all kitchen operations through effective inventory management. Experienced and dependable, with a proven track record of completing tasks accurately, with poise and character. A committed problem solver dedicated to making a positive impact in any roll.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Prep Cook
Morningstar Assisted Living Center
Beaverton, OR
08.2023 - Current
- Completes day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Slices meats to prepare for cooking and the assembly of menu items.
- Monitors inventory levels of all kitchen items.
- Adheres to regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food preparation.
- Measures and weighs food items to comply with portion requirements.
- Maintains records of daily food usage in accordance with health regulations.
- Ensures that all dishes are prepared correctly by tasting them before serving.
- Checks the freshness of food and ingredients prior to use.
- Retains consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Completes special orders according to customer dietary needs.
Sushi Cook
PF Changs Restaurant
Hillsborough, OR
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Expertly prepared rice for sushi, achieving the perfect balance of vinegar, sugar, and salt.
- Prepared and served high-quality sushi and sashimi according to traditional Japanese recipes.
- Prepared sushi rolls and other dishes according to restaurant specifications.
- Crafted custom sushi orders to accommodate guests' dietary preferences and allergies.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen, including utensils, cutting boards, and surfaces.
- Plated dishes using tasty garnishes and sauces to appeal to and delight patrons.
- Trained new staff on proper sushi rolling techniques.
- Trained junior sushi chefs and kitchen staff in sushi preparation and presentation techniques.
- Demonstrated mastery in the use of traditional sushi-making tools, including knives and bamboo mats.
- Tested cooked sushi rolls for taste and texture before serving them to customers.
Main Grill Cook
Longboards tiki bar and grill at the Hampton Inn
Daytona Beach, FL
12.2020 - 01.2023
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Inspected kitchen equipment for cleanliness and functionality on a regular basis.
- Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
- Checked the quality of raw materials used for cooking and preparation purposes.
- Operated and cleaned flat top grill, char grill, hood vent and fryers.
- Checked temperature of freezers and refrigerators to maintain proper storage of cold items.
- Anticipated peak and non-peak service times and cooked food accordingly.
- Helped other staff members complete job tasks during peak times to keep kitchen running efficiently.
- Maintained clean and orderly kitchen to reduce hazards and risk of food-borne illnesses.
- Assisted in creating new recipes for grilled dishes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Atlantic High School
Port Orange, FL06-1999
Associate of Arts - Literary Arts
Daytona State College
Daytona Beach, FLSkills
- Bulk food preparation
- Adherence to recipes
- Culinary creativity
- Inventory management
- Knife handling skills
- Cleaning and sanitization
Certification
- OSHA food handlers and safety license
Timeline
Prep Cook
Morningstar Assisted Living Center
08.2023 - Current
Sushi Cook
PF Changs Restaurant
02.2023 - 05.2023
Main Grill Cook
Longboards tiki bar and grill at the Hampton Inn
12.2020 - 01.2023
High School Diploma -
Atlantic High School
Associate of Arts - Literary Arts
Daytona State College
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