Jason Gulian
Bartlett/Memphis,TN
Summary
Goal-oriented college student with a focus on problem-solving and achieving objectives. Demonstrated efficiency in fast-paced culinary environments, consistently delivering high-quality results. Skilled in order preparation, kitchen equipment operation, and maintaining cleanliness standards. Demonstrates strong teamwork, adaptability, and communication skills that enhance contributions in diverse roles, and ready to contribute in a new role.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
CREW MEMBER/COOK
CHICK-FIL-A
Memphis, TN
07.2021 - 03.2023
- Worked as a crew member and cook for the restaurant.
- Fried french-fries in a fryer.
- Fried and grilled chicken using a pressure fryer and grill.
- Assembled sandwiches, buns, and soup on a line.
- Hand-bread chicken filets, nuggets, and tenders.
- Baked brownies/cookies in an oven.
- Always ensured fries and chicken were in stock and ready for cooking.
- Swept and mopped around the restaurant.
- Used proper chemicals to clean around the kitchen.
- Cleaned and sanitized grills at the end of the night.
- Used a garbage compactor to compress trash bags and a stacker/lift to lift and dispose them.
- Washed dishes and set them up properly.
BUSSER/LINE COOK
CENTRAL BBQ
Memphis, TN
10.2020 - 04.2021
- Worked as a line cook, busser, and food runner for the restaurant.
- Cooked food on a grill and used a fryer.
- Ran food orders out to guests to their tables.
- Washed dishes and helped clean around the restaurant.
- Picked up trays, plates, and glasses after guests were finished.
- Wiped tables, mopped floors, and swept.
- Made sure guests had a good experience and got them condiments/refills.
- Kept condiments stocked and made sure tables looked presentable for guests.
WOK COOK
PEI WEI
Cordova, TN
03.2020 - 09.2020
- Worked as a wok cook for the restaurant.
- Followed a recipe book for cooking different dishes and foods.
- Operated a wok used for cooking food.
- Washed dishes, pots, and pans.
- Prepped certain ingredients used for dishes.
- Communicated with chefs when in need of different ingredients.
- Helped replace old grease in fryer with fresh oil at the end of the night.
- Maintained cleanliness of the cooking and kitchen area.
TEAM MEMBER
FREDDY’S
Memphis, TN
11.2019 - 03.2020
- Worked as a crew member and cashier for the burger restaurant.
- Operated and used a cash register that reads amount of change for customers.
- Cooked different types of food on a grill and used a fryer.
- Prepared and mixed different flavored shakes and special drinks/cold deserts.
- Helped put together orders on a line.
- Worked in drive-thru using a microphone while operating a cash register.
- Prepped and stocked food ingredients.
- Washed dishes and swept/mopped around the restaurant before closing.
- Cleaned and mopped bathrooms.
TEAM MEMBER
FARM FOWL, SANDWICHES & FRIES
Memphis, TN
09.2018 - 05.2019
- Worked as a crew member for fast/casual restaurant.
- Cooked chicken and french-fries in a fryer.
- Trimmed and hand breaded chicken to be fried.
- Prepared ice cream shakes with different ingredients and toppings.
- Weighed and measured items and ingredients to be used in foods and drinks.
- Put together sandwiches and orders on a line.
- Cleaned up around the restaurant while not busy.
- Washed dishes at the end of the night before closing.
TEAM MEMBER
PIZZAREV
Memphis, TN
09.2017 - 05.2018
- Worked as a crew member at the pizzeria.
- Prepared pizzas and put pizzas into the oven after putting toppings of customers’ choice.
- Controlled and maintained proper temperature of kitchen oven.
- Put together orders for takeout.
- Chopped and prepared different vegetables and toppings.
- Washed dishes and beer glasses.
- Kept work areas clean and checked/cleaned bathrooms.
- Ensured customers were satisfied and picked up their trays around the restaurant.
- Helped clean up and close for the night.
TEAM MEMBER
MCDONALD’S
Memphis, TN
08.2016 - 08.2017
- Worked as a crew member for fast food restaurant.
- Put together orders for customers and delivered them to their cars.
- Cooked burgers, nuggets, fries, and chicken and put together sandwiches on a food line, and put together different restaurant menu items such as cookies, pies, shakes, etc.
- Unloaded weekly truck of restaurant ingredients/items and helped keep inventory items in order and in check.
- Helped clean around the restaurant.
DISHWASHER
SEKESUI
Memphis, TN
11.2015 - 04.2016
- Worked as a dishwasher and occasional prep cook for the restaurant.
- Washed dishes, mopped floors, set up washed dishes for use by chefs, and occasionally helped chefs prep ingredients/foods for dishes.
- Helped clean around the restaurant.
Education
B.B.A. - Accounting
The University of Memphis
Memphis, TN05-2026
B.B.A. - Business Information & Technology (MIS)
The University of Memphis
Memphis, TN12-2023
A.A.S. - General Studies
Southwest Tennessee Community College
Memphis, TN05-2019
High School Diploma -
Bolton High School
Arlington, TN05-2017
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Independent work
- Mathematics and algebra
- Reading and writing
- Communication
- Organizational skills
- Quick thinking
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Initiative taking
- Problem-solving expertise
- Strong work ethic
- Open-mindedness
- Attention to detail
- Goal-oriented mindset
- Supportive attitude
Hobbies and Interests
- Video Games
- Technology
- Math & Science
- Reading
- Writing
- Drawing
- Cars
- Music
- Playing Instruments
- Watching Movies
- Fishing
- Running
- Lifting Weights
- Playing Sports
- Basketball
- Baseball
- Football
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Martial Arts
- Traveling To Different Places
- Cooking Different Foods
Email Addresses
- jason.g.phone@gmail.com
- jasongulian01@gmail.com
Activities/Additional Experience
- Shelby Farms Park (Memphis, TN)
Volunteered by helping with preparation for events such as their annual lights show during Christmas time while attending my first two years of community college at Southwest and their Earth Day Festival in the summer time at the park for volunteer hours towards my Tennessee Promise Scholarship while attending Southwest Tennessee Community College.
- Habitat for Humanity (Memphis, TN)
Volunteered by helping with store duties at their store locations for my volunteer hours to maintain Tennessee Promise Scholarship eligible while at Southwest Tennessee Community College.
- Levitt Shell (Memphis, TN)
Volunteered at amphitheater in Overton Park during their concerts collecting donations, cleaning up at end of the night and helping count donations for my volunteer hours while attending Southwest Tennessee Community College.
Timeline
CREW MEMBER/COOK
CHICK-FIL-A
07.2021 - 03.2023
BUSSER/LINE COOK
CENTRAL BBQ
10.2020 - 04.2021
WOK COOK
PEI WEI
03.2020 - 09.2020
TEAM MEMBER
FREDDY’S
11.2019 - 03.2020
TEAM MEMBER
FARM FOWL, SANDWICHES & FRIES
09.2018 - 05.2019
TEAM MEMBER
PIZZAREV
09.2017 - 05.2018
TEAM MEMBER
MCDONALD’S
08.2016 - 08.2017
DISHWASHER
SEKESUI
11.2015 - 04.2016
B.B.A. - Accounting
The University of Memphis
B.B.A. - Business Information & Technology (MIS)
The University of Memphis
A.A.S. - General Studies
Southwest Tennessee Community College
High School Diploma -
Bolton High School