Jason Begeman
Metamora,IL
Summary
Positive and reliable team player dedicated to customer service, efficiency, punctuality, organizational and management skills including but not limited to 20 plus years in all restaurant responsibilities, certifications in Culinary Arts, Horticultural,Custodial Maintenance Management and a skilled Laborer.
Detail-Oriented Artist and Tattoo apprentice with 20 plus years of experience in Photorealism. Specialized in Pointillism adept at working with clients to design attentive and original tattoos while creating a unique and positive experience in a sanitary environment.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook / Prep Cook / Server and Host
Midway Duck Inn
Low Point, IL
12.2023 - Current
- Assist in preparing salads, appetizers and desserts to speed up food service, follow proper food handling methods, and maintain correct temperature of food products
- Greet customers, explain menu options, offer suggestions, answer questions, recommend specials to increase profits, and resolve an any issues
- Ensure that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
- Complete cleaning duties by sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpet and tidying up server stations
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
Tattoo Apprentice
Bams Chop Shop
Creve Coeur, IL
06.2023 - 10.2023
- Use photographs and sketches from customers to develop ideas.
- Organized client files in an efficient manner so they could be easily accessed when needed.
- Received and processed customer payments.
- Created permanent tattoos using indelible, non-toxic ink.
- Took photographs of completed tattoos for portfolio purposes.
Butcher / Headline Cook
Food Service Industry and Bakery
Centralia, Jacksonville, And Graham, IL
03.2000 - 05.2023
- Provided guidance and support to cooks during busy periods or when unexpected issues arise.
- Operated variety of kitchen equipment to measure and mix ingredients.
- Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on equipment such as ovens, stoves, fryers.
- Communicated with kitchen employees, answered questions and offered insight into food preparations.
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
- Observed food safety and sanitation protocols to reduce germ spread.
- Cut, chopped and sliced meat and produce to prepare for cooking.
- Built and managed relationships with local vendors to obtain fresh, quality ingredients at cost-effective prices.
- Followed recipes and procedures to prepare, season and cook food products.
- Served as lead cook, guiding and assisting training of less experienced cooks.
Tree Trimmer
Pittsfield Tree Trimming
Pittsfield, IL
04.2010 - 08.2012
- Checked machinery and performed routine maintenance to prevent malfunction.
- Collected debris from trimmed and pruned trees to clean up work sites.
- Utilized climbing gear, chainsaws, pole saws, and other tools for trimming and cutting trees.
- Reduced height of large trees when necessary and directed by clients.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment used for tree trimming.
- Transported debris from job sites to designated disposal areas.
- Guaranteed customer satisfaction through quality service delivery.
- Maintained hand and power tools through proper operation, cleaning and maintenance.
- Removed and properly disposed of debris to maintain worksite safety.
- Utilized hooks, belts and ladders to climb up trees and prune tall branches.
- Operated loaders, boom trucks and tractors to complete tree trimming work.
- Adhered to industry safety regulations while operating machinery.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Laborer
Labor Ready Inc
Pekin, IL
04.1998 - 10.1999
- Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
- Sorted and placed materials or items on racks, shelves or in bins to keep warehouse organized.
- Understood how to operate and maintain job site equipment safely and for maximum productivity.
- Ensured that all personal protective gear was worn at all times while on the job site.
- Operated pallet jacks and forklifts to load and unload supplies and materials.
- Met company and OSHA safety guidelines for work site operations to minimize worker risk.
- Inspected sites before and after construction projects.
Education
GED -
Pekin Highschool
Pekin IllinoisAssociate of Science - Horticulture
College
Peoria, ILSome College (No Degree) - Barbering
Mr. Glass Barber School
Peoria, ILSkills
- Graphic Arts Design
- Original Concept Art Development
- Art Styles and Techniques in Sketching / Photorealism
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Designed / Created Company Logos
- Creative Planning and Designing Rough Layouts
- Critical Thinking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Client Relations and Marketing
- Culinary Arts Certified
- Tonsorial Student
- Tattoo Apprentice
- Horticulturalist
- Custodial Maintenance Management
- Written / Verbal Communication
- Reliable and Trustworthy
- Cleaning and Organization
- Mathematical Abilities
- Inventory Counts / Management
- Engaging Style
- Interactive Teaching and Learning
- Problem-Solving
- Food Safety
- Workload Management
- Front/ Back of House Operations
Timeline
Line Cook / Prep Cook / Server and Host
Midway Duck Inn
12.2023 - Current
Tattoo Apprentice
Bams Chop Shop
06.2023 - 10.2023
Tree Trimmer
Pittsfield Tree Trimming
04.2010 - 08.2012
Butcher / Headline Cook
Food Service Industry and Bakery
03.2000 - 05.2023
Laborer
Labor Ready Inc
04.1998 - 10.1999
GED -
Pekin Highschool
Associate of Science - Horticulture
College
Some College (No Degree) - Barbering
Mr. Glass Barber School
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