Jason Raso
Las Vegas
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at JW Marriott and Whole Foods Market, excelling in food safety and guest relations. Proven track record in enhancing kitchen efficiency and crafting innovative catering menus. Adept at maintaining high sanitation standards while delivering exceptional dining experiences, ensuring client satisfaction and repeat business.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Banquet Cook
JW Marriott
07.2024 - Current
- Grilled, roasted, baked and performed other cooking techniques to produce high volume meals.
- Practiced safe work habits to avoid possible injury to self or other employees.
- Learned menu items produced by assigned station to achieve proper quantities.
- Chopped vegetables, butchered meat and prepared sauces in advance to serve guests promptly and efficiently.
Lead Kitchen Supervisor
Whole Foods Market Inc
12.2023 - 07.2024
- Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining food preparation processes and implementing time-saving techniques.
- Contributed toward revenue growth by participating in promotional events such as tasting dinners or seasonal menu launches designed to attract new customers to the establishment.
- Developed efficient scheduling strategies that maximized staff coverage during peak service hours while minimizing labor costs.
- Ensured consistent quality of dishes served by conducting regular taste tests and adjusting recipes as needed for optimal flavor profiles.
Pantry Line Cook
Coeur D'Alene Golf & Spa Resort
06.2023 - 11.2023
- Prepped ingredients efficiently before each shift, ensuring smooth operation during busy meal periods.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate preparation of menu items.
- Contributed to successful catering events by preparing large quantities of appetizers and salads according to client specifications.
- Continuously refined culinary skills through ongoing training sessions and workshops led by senior chefs or industry professionals.
Catering Chef
Whole Food Market
05.2005 - 06.2023
- Cooked for large groups of people and managing various types of food for large events.
- Ordered food items and supplies needed to fulfill catering jobs.
- Crafted exciting catering options for clients.
- Created catering menu based upon client specifications, event type, dietary needs, and budget.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary kitchen environment by adhering to strict health and safety regulations.
Education
Masters Diploma of Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts
Le Cordon Bleu Western Culinary Institute
Portland, ORSkills
- Food safety
- Knife skills
- Sanitation protocols
- Food presentation
- Guest relations
- Allergen awareness
Timeline
Banquet Cook
JW Marriott
07.2024 - Current
Lead Kitchen Supervisor
Whole Foods Market Inc
12.2023 - 07.2024
Pantry Line Cook
Coeur D'Alene Golf & Spa Resort
06.2023 - 11.2023
Catering Chef
Whole Food Market
05.2005 - 06.2023
Masters Diploma of Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts
Le Cordon Bleu Western Culinary Institute
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