Jason mogler
Grinnell,IA
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Timeline
Server
Westside Family Restaurant
02.2020 - 12.2025
Cook
St Francis Care Center
01.2015 - 01.2019
Manager
McDonald's Restaurant
03.2012 - 01.2015
Cook
Grinnell Regional Medical Center
05.2010 - 11.2012
Cook
Mercy Medical Center
03.2003 - 02.2007
Assistant Manager
Great Western Food Service
2007 - 2009
Cook
Grandview Care Center
1991 - 2003
Work History
Server
Westside Family Restaurant
Grinnell, IA
02.2020 - 12.2025
- Provided exceptional customer service by efficiently taking and delivering orders.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely meal preparation and delivery.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area to enhance guest experience.
- Assisted in training new servers on menu items and service protocols.
Cook
St Francis Care Center
Grinnell, IA
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Prepared and cooked meals following dietary guidelines and resident preferences.
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation standards in kitchen and food preparation areas.
- Assisted with meal planning and inventory management to ensure availability of fresh ingredients.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline kitchen operations for improved efficiency.
Manager
McDonald's Restaurant
Grinnell, IA
03.2012 - 01.2015
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure efficiency and compliance with company policies.
- Developed training programs to enhance team skills and performance.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced operational delays and increased productivity.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to streamline project execution and communication.
- Analyzed performance metrics to identify areas for improvement in workflow processes.
- Built high-performing teams through effective recruitment, onboarding, and talent development initiatives.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Enhanced product quality by instituting rigorous quality control procedures, resulting in fewer customer complaints.
Cook
Grinnell Regional Medical Center
Grinnell, IA
05.2010 - 11.2012
- Crafted healthy meals adhering to dietary standards and individual tastes.
- Ensured kitchen cleanliness and compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Assisted in menu planning to enhance variety and nutritional value of meals.
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently, ensuring proper use and maintenance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline meal preparation processes.
- Trained new staff on food preparation techniques and safety protocols.
- Monitored inventory levels, assisting in ordering supplies as needed.
- Developed positive relationships with residents, enhancing their dining experience.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Streamlined kitchen operations with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Enhanced teamwork within the kitchen staff by fostering a collaborative environment focused on meeting high standards of quality and efficiency.
- Contributed to positive guest experiences by accommodating special dietary needs and requests.
- Assisted in inventory management and ordering supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels for efficient kitchen operations.
- Supported kitchen staff training and development, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.
- Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
- Showcased excellent knife skills for precise cutting and preparation of various ingredients.
- Adhered to recipe guidelines while demonstrating creativity in plating and garnishing dishes for enhanced visual appeal.
- Collaborated with management team to develop new menu items.
- Fostered culture of teamwork and communication within kitchen, leading to improved efficiency.
- Ensured compliance with all food safety regulations, maintaining record of excellence in health inspections.
Assistant Manager
Great Western Food Service
Kansas City, MO
2007 - 2009
- Coordinated daily operations to enhance team efficiency and service delivery.
- Supported inventory control, maintaining precise stock quantities.
- Developed training materials for new staff, promoting consistent service standards.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined order fulfillment procedures.
- Supported budget management by tracking expenses and optimizing resource allocation.
- Facilitated staff meetings to improve communication and foster team collaboration.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations through regular audits and training sessions.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Managed inventory levels to minimize stockouts while reducing overhead costs.
- Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.
Cook
Mercy Medical Center
Mason City, IA
03.2003 - 02.2007
- Prepared meals according to dietary guidelines and resident preferences.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently to ensure food quality.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations and kitchen areas.
- Assisted in menu planning, considering nutritional needs and seasonal ingredients.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes.
- Ensured compliance with food safety regulations during meal preparation and storage.
- Trained new staff on cooking techniques and safety protocols in the kitchen.
- Implemented feedback from residents to enhance meal offerings and satisfaction.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Improved menu offerings, incorporating seasonal ingredients and innovative cooking methods.
- Optimized use of kitchen equipment to speed up cooking times without compromising food quality.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep work processes.
- Introduced waste reduction program, contributing to environmental sustainability efforts.
- Maintained high standards of hygiene and cleanliness, ensuring safe dining environment.
- Developed system for inventory management, reducing waste and cutting costs.
- Enhanced flavor and presentation of traditional dishes with creative twists, receiving positive feedback from patrons.
Cook
Grandview Care Center
Dayton, IA
1991 - 2003
- Prepared nutritious meals following dietary guidelines and resident preferences.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen area to ensure food safety standards.
- Assisted in menu planning, incorporating seasonal ingredients for enhanced meal variety.
- Collaborated with team members to deliver timely meal service during peak hours.
- Monitored inventory levels and assisted in ordering supplies as needed to minimize waste.