Open To Work
Jeremy Ogle
Morrison Healthcare
Collinsville,IL
Work Preference
Job Search Status:
Open to work
Desired start date:
Immediately
Desired Job Title
CookCook/Lead *seasonalCook/Assistant Culinary Manager
Work Type
Full Time
Location Preference
On-Site
Location:
Collinsville, IL, US
Open to relocation:
No
Important To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CulturePaid time offFlexible work hoursHealthcare benefits
25
Years of experience
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience in high level professional kitchens, excelling in food preparation and kitchen organization. Proven ability to enhance meal quality through effective teamwork and innovative cooking techniques. Strong knife handling, multitasking skills and a commitment to food safety ensure efficient service during peak hours, consistently minimizing waste and maximizing customer satisfaction.
Work History
Cook
- Opened kitchen. Prepared and cooked a variety of breakfast and lunch menu items following established recipes and standards. Batch cooking, raw and cooked food handling, batch food preparation and replenishment.
- Ensured food safety and sanitation protocols were consistently upheld in kitchen operations.
- Assisted in inventory management, tracking supplies, and minimizing food waste effectively.
- Analyzed and improved meal preparation processes through effective teamwork and communication.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations, adhering to health regulations.
- Implemented improvements in cooking procedures that enhanced overall meal quality and consistency.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Showcased excellent knife skills for precise cutting and preparation of various ingredients.
Cook/Lead *seasonal
- Opening kitchen for service, set up stations for service, daily food preparation and replenishment.
- Prepared high-quality meals in accordance with menu specifications.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations.
- Assisted in inventory management and ingredient sourcing.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal service during peak hours.
- Trained new cooks to standards
Cook/Assistant Culinary Manager
- Opening kitchen, preparing and batch cooking breakfast and lunch foods, daily replenishment prep using various knives and other kitchen equipment, batch cooking, baking, receiving and ordering inventory, hot line service, supervising and commanding kitchen and server brigadeMaintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace to ensure food safety compliance.
- Developed weekly menus that aligned with dietary needs and preferences of residents.
- Led kitchen staff in daily operations, ensuring timely meal service while maintaining quality standards.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Assisted in inventory management and ordering supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels for efficient kitchen operations.
- Adhered to recipe guidelines while demonstrating creativity in plating and garnishing dishes for enhanced visual appeal.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep work processes.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Customer service
Cooking
Cleaning and organization
Food handling
Food preparation
Multitasking and organization
Kitchen organization
Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
Frying
Cooking techniques
Knife skills
Sanitation
Supply restocking
Surface cleaning
Hospitality and service industry background
Food presentation
Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
Sanitation practices
Grilling
Contamination prevention
Food waste reduction
Performance improvement
Food plating and presentation
Portion control
Food plating
Hospitality service expertise
Grilling expertise
Sauce making
Ingredients measuring
Allergen awareness
New hire training
Nutrition awareness
Effective planner
Food spoilage prevention
Event catering
Culinary creativity
Recipes and menu planning
Ingredient selection
Order delivery practices
Food presentation talent
Menu planning
Food pairing
Fine dining
Recipe development
Operations management
Garnishing techniques
Ingredient inspection
Food photography
Problem-solving
Time management
Attention to detail
Team collaboration
Ingredient knowledge
Labor management
Food storage
Staff training
Inventory management
Stock management
Temperature control
Special diets
Positive and professional
Cutting and slicing techniques
Dietary restriction support
Sous vide technique
High volume production capability
Sauteing
Recipe-based cooking
Quality assurance and control
Plate presentation
Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Cook
Morrison Healthcare
2026 - CurrentRead More
Cook/Lead *seasonal
August the Mansion
2025 - 2026Read More
Cook/Assistant Culinary Manager
Cambridge House of Maryville
2024 - 2026Read More
CHS
High School Diploma
Read More