Jay Thompson
Portland,OR
Summary
My objective is to become an active member of your organization, learning new techniques and to leverage my skills to provide the best customer service while being a dynamic and valuable associate. I am a creative cook with extensive experience in high-volume restaurant environments. Outstanding management skills with strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices. Efficient and committed to delivering excellent customer service.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Line Cook Portland City Grill
Portland
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
Line Cook
The Uptown On Main
11.2021 - 09.2022
- Had first hand experience learning the properties of being a line cook
- Quickly learned to become a consistent and reliable member of the kitchen line.
- Mastered Appetizers, then fryer, salads and began my training on flattop before relocating.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
Deep Water Gill Net Fisherman
Michell Adell
- Operated cranes and nets to transport King Salmon as well as Sockeye.
- Coordinated time schedules for cargo transfers of the days catch.
- Lived on a boat for two months, experiencing Alaskas most unforgiving weather.
- Swabbed and sprayed down a 175 foot deck twice a day to maintain proper clean stations.
- Cooked meals for 23 crew members twice a day
Woodland Junior Fire Explorer
Woodland Fire
- Laid out and connected hoses to fire hydrants for equipment training exercises.
- Assisted with regular maintenance of firefighting equipment.
- Operated hoses, pumps, ladders and other firefighting equipment.
- Assisted in ride-alongs with local fire stations as part of an experience training exercise.
- Evaluated areas after containing fires to identify and suppress hot spots.
Education
GED -
Davis Senior High School
Davis, CA06.2021
Skills
- Skills/ Interests
- I take pride in my attention to detail and organizational skills, and also my ability to always be punctual
- I am passionate about honing in on new skills and building on old ones
- Trained in making Sushi dishes/garnishes, cooking on a flat top/Grill, and fryer
- Salad Preparation
- Chef Assistance
- Delegation and Task Management
- Service-Orientation
- Kitchen Station Setup
- Cleaning and Organization
Certification
- Oregon Food Handlers License
Timeline
Line Cook Portland City Grill
Portland
10.2022 - 04.2023
Line Cook
The Uptown On Main
11.2021 - 09.2022
Deep Water Gill Net Fisherman
Michell Adell
Woodland Junior Fire Explorer
Woodland Fire
GED -
Davis Senior High School
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