Jason Avery
Stillwaters Tavern
Tampa,FL
1
Certification
5
years of professional experience
Detail-oriented kitchen professional with experience preparing sauces, proteins, vegetables, and line items to recipe standards. Strong in temperature control, food safety, and stock rotation. Focused on reducing waste and improving service speed.
Work History
Prep Chef/ Line Cook
4 Months- Chopped vegetables, portioned proteins, and organized ingredients for line cooks.
- Prepared sauces, dressings, and mise en place for daily service.
- Maintained clean prep stations following food safety and sanitation standards.
- Rotated stock and labeled ingredients to support freshness and inventory control.
- Continuously improved culinary skills through ongoing training opportunities, staying current on industry trends and best practices.
- Reduced food waste by implementing proper storage techniques and inventory management systems.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining food preparation processes and maintaining a clean workspace.
- Exhibited flexibility in adapting to menu changes and special event preparations as needed, ensuring a seamless dining experience for all guests involved involved.
- Operated various kitchen equipment safely and effectively, minimizing accidents and downtime.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss areas of improvement, leading to increased overall performance levels within the kitchen team.
- Received praise from customers for outstanding attention to detail in preparing visually appealing plates that met dietary restrictions as needed.
- Florida food handling training certificate program graduate
All Station Line Cook/Management Support
4 Years 9 Months- Coordinated grill, sauté, and fry stations to maintain smooth ticket flow.
- Restocked ingredients and mise en place to keep line service efficient.
- Monitored food temperatures and holding times to support safety compliance.
- Prepared menu items following Chili's recipes, portioning, and presentation standards.
- Troubleshot service delays and adjusted workflow to maintain consistent output.
- 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.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Food preparation
Knife skills
Vegetable prep
Cooking techniques
Sauce making
Temperature control
Slicing techniques
Ingredient measuring
Food presentation
Sanitation practices
Equipment sanitation
Food storage
Stock rotation
Allergen awareness
Menu planning
Garnishing techniques
Certification
- Certified ServSafe certification renewed August 2026
Timeline
Prep Chef/ Line Cook
Stillwaters Tavern
07.2026 - CurrentRead More
All Station Line Cook/Management Support
Brinker Internationl, Chili's Grill & Bar
10.2021 - 07.2026Read More
Chamberlain High School
High School Diploma
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