Jason Root
Modesto,CA
Summary
Flexible Cook willing to work weekends, holidays and evenings. Comfortable working in fast-paced environments in team setting. Background in maintaining kitchen sanitation, preparing basic components of dishes and working within team of cooks.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Line Cook
Harvestmoon
04.2021 - 06.2024
- Trained new kitchen staff on food safety, preparation and cooking techniques.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Assisted in inventory management by accurately tracking supplies and placing orders as needed.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
General Manager
Freebirds World Burrito
07.2012 - 03.2020
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
Education
Associates in Occupational Study - Culinary
California Culinary Academy
San Francisco, CA03.2003
Skills
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
- Customer Service
- Reliable and Trustworthy
- Food safety knowledge
Certification
- Food Safety Certification – National Registry of Food Safety Professionals.
Timeline
Line Cook
Harvestmoon
04.2021 - 06.2024
General Manager
Freebirds World Burrito
07.2012 - 03.2020
Associates in Occupational Study - Culinary
California Culinary Academy