Jaden Hamilton
Kenai,AK
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in assistant management, retail, and culinary operations, including line and prep cooking, catering, and data management. Proven ability to streamline processes and enhance team performance while maintaining high service standards. Seeking a flexible part-time position that accommodates cross-state living arrangements, bringing a strong work ethic and adaptability to any role. Committed to contributing positively to team success and delivering exceptional results in fast-paced environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Baker
Mykel's Restaurant & Lounge
01.2025 - Current
- Supervised daily production of baked goods, ensuring quality and consistency across all items.
- Developed and implemented new recipes to enhance menu offerings and customer satisfaction.
- Trained and mentored junior bakers, fostering skill development and teamwork within the kitchen.
- Streamlined inventory management processes to reduce waste and optimize ingredient usage.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to maintain a clean and efficient baking environment, adhering to safety standards.
- Conducted regular quality checks on baked products, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Led initiatives to introduce seasonal specials, driving customer engagement and increasing sales opportunities.
Assistant Kitchen Manager and Head Baker
Brothers’ Cafe
08.2018 - 12.2024
- Followed the food safety laws of the state of Alaska.
- Directed and supervised the production staff’s activities to make sure that products were up to standards.
- Determined the demand for certain products and worked to supply.
- Operated a flat-top grill, industrial kitchen oven, and deep fryers.
- Trained new employees according to standard operating procedures.
- Managed needed supplies and inventory levels.
- Instructed new personnel on proper procedures.
- Conducted research to develop original recipes for products.
- Ensured profitability by maintaining an accurate record of baking operations.
- Taking client information and ensuring that deliveries are fulfilled accurately and on time.
- Assisted in managing daily kitchen operations, ensuring smooth workflow and high-quality food preparation.
- Collaborated with head chef to develop seasonal menus, enhancing customer satisfaction and dining experience.
- Trained new staff on food safety standards and kitchen procedures to maintain compliance and efficiency.
Budtender
K Beach Reef
06.2020 - 08.2021
- Checked customers' identification documents to verify that they are of legal age.
- Advised customers on suitable cannabis products based on their needs, preferences, budgets, and reactions to different strains of cannabis.
- Ensured that the dispensary was always clean and well-organized.
- Took inventory of cannabis products and ensured that the sales floor was adequately stocked.
- Followed AMCO’s laws and regulations.
- Correctly weighed, packaged, and labeled cannabis products as required.
- Processed customers' payments using the dispensary’s Point of Sale (POS) system.
Maintenance Technician
Schmidt Concrete
10.2017 - 06.2018
- Routinely maintained all construction equipment.
- Conducted general upkeep procedures (e.g., landscaping) and other tasks as assigned.
- Performed manual repairs when necessary.
- Performed maintenance of electrical systems (replace light bulbs and sockets, clean and repair circuit breaker panels etc)
Head Baker
Trisha’s Diner and Bakery
07.2016 - 10.2016
- Designed and improved recipes.
- Measured and combined ingredients and used mixers, blenders, heat sources, and other equipment to make baked goods, such as cookies, bread, cakes, etc.
- Kept records relating to deliveries, inventory, and production levels.
- Took client information and ensured that deliveries were fulfilled accurately and on time.
- Tested ingredients and finished goods to ensure that each item met food safety and quality controls.
Education
High School Diploma -
HH Browning Learning Center
Royse City, Texas01.2015
Skills
- Proficient with POS systems
- Computer literate
- Typing speed of 62-68 wpm
- Poised under pressure
- Experienced in most restaurant positions
- Eager and willing to learn
- Workplace safety
- Food safety
- Sanitation standards
- Product merchandising
- Patience and empathy
- Customer education
Activities and Interests
Creative writing, reading, computer sciences, cooking & baking, astronomy, zoology & biology, philosophy
Timeline
Head Baker
Mykel's Restaurant & Lounge
01.2025 - Current
Budtender
K Beach Reef
06.2020 - 08.2021
Assistant Kitchen Manager and Head Baker
Brothers’ Cafe
08.2018 - 12.2024
Maintenance Technician
Schmidt Concrete
10.2017 - 06.2018
Head Baker
Trisha’s Diner and Bakery
07.2016 - 10.2016
High School Diploma -
HH Browning Learning Center