Jeremy Ust
Clifford,ND
Summary
Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Pizza Shoppe
Mayville, ND
06.2011 - Current
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Supervised and trained kitchen staff on proper preparation techniques.
- Checked quality of ingredients before use in order to ensure freshness.
- Ensured that all food was cooked at the correct temperature and stored correctly.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Coordinated with wait staff to ensure timely delivery of meals to customers.
- Provided guidance to junior cooks regarding food preparation methods and techniques.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
- Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Prepared and served meals by reviewing recipes and combining and cooking ingredients.
- Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
- Coordinated orders to expedite food from kitchen according to cook time and delivery time.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.
- Managed portion control using correct utensils during preparation and plating.
- Took inventory counts before and after shifts to complete food inventory or storage sheets.
- Trained, managed and guided kitchen staff to improve overall performance, service quality and productivity.
- Regulated oven, broiler and roaster operations for cooking at correct temperatures.
- Interacted with waitstaff regarding special orders for customers with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
- Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
- Received and stored food and supplies.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Adhered to regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep.
- Monitored supply inventory and rotated stock to maintain optimal freshness and reduce waste.
- Handled advanced thawing and food pre-preparation for upcoming meals.
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
- Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
- Executed proper techniques when preparing menu item ingredients.
- Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
- Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
- Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
- Requested supplies and equipment orders, explaining needs to managers.
Soil Sampler
Central
Galesburg, ND
05.2013 - 06.2013
- Maintained and updated records of sampling activities.
- Managed data entry into databases related to sampling activities.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure accurate sample tracking procedures were followed.
- Selected samples for use as test models.
- Notified supervisors or other relevant personnel of test or production issues.
Education
High School Diploma -
MayPort CG High School
Mayville ND05-2011
Some College (No Degree) - Accounting
Mayville State University
Mayville, NDSkills
- Food handling
- Frying
- Dish preparation
- Surface cleaning
- Customer Service
- Order Verification
- Recipe-based cooking
- Grilling
- Sanitation
- Food presentation
- Supply Restocking
- Ingredient inspection
- Knife Skills
- Performance Improvement
- Food Storage
- Portion Control
- Positive and professional
- Sanitation Practices
- Focused and disciplined
- Cleaning and organization
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Soil Sampler
Central
05.2013 - 06.2013
Cook
Pizza Shoppe
06.2011 - Current
High School Diploma -
MayPort CG High School
Some College (No Degree) - Accounting
Mayville State University
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