Jason Berndt
Davenport,IA
Summary
Detail-oriented cook with experience in meal preparation and kitchen safety. Skilled in recipe adherence and inventory management, ensuring high-quality food service and cleanliness in fast-paced environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
cook/dishwasher
River Bay Campground
Lyndon Station, Wisconsin
06.2025 - 09.2025
- Prepared meals using fresh ingredients for campground guests.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen and dining areas following health standards.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently during meal preparation.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely food service during peak hours.
- Stocked inventory and organized supplies for easy access during cooking shifts.
- Followed recipes accurately to deliver consistent food quality for visitors.
- Communicated effectively with staff to coordinate meal service tasks efficiently.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
Forklift Operator
Grede
Reedsburg, Wisconsin
04.2021 - 09.2023
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within the facility safely.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient warehouse operations.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments with precision to maintain safety standards.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks in warehouse environments.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
Forklift Operator
Primex Plastics Corporation
Reedsburg, Wisconsin
02.2019 - 10.2021
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within the facility safely.
- Managed inventory by accurately tracking material locations and usage.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments with precision to maintain safety standards.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks in warehouse environments.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sauk Prairie High
Prairie Du Sac, WI05-1996
Skills
- Food preparation
- Recipe adherence
- Kitchen safety
- Inventory management
- Meal service coordination
- Team collaboration
Timeline
cook/dishwasher
River Bay Campground
06.2025 - 09.2025
Forklift Operator
Grede
04.2021 - 09.2023
Forklift Operator
Primex Plastics Corporation
02.2019 - 10.2021
High School Diploma -
Sauk Prairie High