Jason Sean Gooden II
Loveland,CO
Summary
Resourceful and hard-working Mechanical Engineering student with hands-on experience in team leadership and operations through a kitchen management role. Proven ability to manage high-pressure environments, coordinate teams, and ensure quality control — skills directly transferable to fast-paced engineering settings. Currently developing strong technical skills in CAD design, mechanical systems, and problem-solving through academic coursework and personal projects. Ready to apply leadership experience and growing engineering knowledge in an internship or entry-level mechanical engineering role prior to graduation.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hourly Manager
Parry's Pizzeria
Johnstown, Colorado
04.2024 - Current
- Supervised daily operations and maintained efficient workflow in fast-paced environment.
- Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
- Implemented new processes to enhance operational efficiency and reduce waste.
- Provided leadership during times of organizational change or crisis situations.
Line Cook
Colorado State University Housing And Dining
Fort Collins, Colorado
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area and kitchen.
- Greeted and served guests with warmth, courtesy and efficiency, leading to loyal, returning customers.
- Assisted team members in food preparation and order assembly.
Kitchen Manager
Tilted Barrel Brewpub
Loveland, CO
05.2020 - 05.2023
- Managed daily kitchen operations to ensure efficient food preparation and service.
- Supervised kitchen staff, providing training and guidance on food safety practices.
- Implemented standard operating procedures to maintain quality and consistency in dishes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO12-2026
Skills
- Time management
- Clear, confident communication
- Mechanical design
- System-based thinking in physics and mathematics
- Strong troubleshooting skills and structured problem-solving
- Coding with MATLAB, Arduino, and Python
- Finite Element Analysis
Certification
- CNC Mill and Lathe Operation
- Solidworks Design and Modeling
Accomplishments
- High School Honors Degree
Timeline
Hourly Manager
Parry's Pizzeria
04.2024 - Current
Line Cook
Colorado State University Housing And Dining
10.2023 - 03.2024
Kitchen Manager
Tilted Barrel Brewpub
05.2020 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Colorado State University
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