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Jesse Baker

Mulvane,KS

Summary

Proven Cook and Hospitality Professional with a track record of enhancing customer satisfaction through expert food preparation and beautiful presentation, notably at Newport Grill. Skilled in kitchen equipment operation and maintaining high sanitation standards, I excel in fast-paced environments, ensuring quality and efficiency. My ability to train new hires and passion for hospitality service have consistently contributed to positive dining experiences.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Cook

Newport Grill
03.2022 - Current
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
  • Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
  • Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
  • Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
  • Prioritized and re-prioritized kitchen tasks based on fluctuating demands.
  • Adjusted recipes based on ingredient availability or customer request.
  • Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced fine dining environment.
  • Measured and mixed ingredients according to precise recipes for best results.
  • Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
  • Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
  • Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
  • Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
  • Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
  • Measured, weighed, and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.

Cook

Hog Wild Pit BBQ
03.2021 - 12.2021
  • 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.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
  • Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
  • Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
  • Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
  • Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
  • Prioritized and re-prioritized kitchen tasks based on fluctuating demands.
  • Adjusted recipes based on ingredient availability or customer request.
  • Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced fast food environment.
  • Measured and mixed ingredients according to precise recipes for best results.
  • Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
  • Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
  • Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
  • Trained and supervised cooking staff to expertly meet daily needs.
  • Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
  • Measured, weighed, and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
  • Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.

Legal Assistant

Herrman Law
01.2021 - 09.2021
  • Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion.
  • Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
  • Responded to client inquiries, providing accurate legal advice and offering assistance.
  • Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
  • Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
  • Assisted attorneys with reviewing and organizing witness reports.
  • Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
  • Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.
  • Conducted background investigations on defendant.
  • Developed polished motions and briefs to support litigation processes and court proceedings.
  • Wrote and filed pleadings with [Type] court on schedule to maximize case success.
  • Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.

Senior Bookseller

Bookshop West Portal
01.2007 - 09.2020
  • Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.
  • Used consultative sales techniques to understand customer needs and recommend relevant products and services.
  • Recovered sales floor by picking up items, shelving books, and product and straightening bookshelves and tables.
  • Processed payments and returns on company POS system using proper cash-handling procedures.
  • Established strong relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Maintained well-stocked inventory of books, magazines and literary merchandise for customer needs.
  • Researched and ordered new titles to maintain updated store selection.
  • Assisted customers with locating books and other materials in store.
  • Collaborated with other staff to support smooth daily operations.
  • Applied interpersonal and communication skills to establish selling relationship with customers.
  • Restocked shelves and kept store displays attractive and organized to drive sales.
  • Managed efficient cash register operations.
  • Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
  • Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
  • Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
  • Monitored customers for signs of security concerns and escalated issues to management.
  • Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
  • Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in store.
  • Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.
  • Recommended complementary purchases to customers, increasing revenue.
  • Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
  • Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
  • Conducted product demonstrations to highlight features and redirect objections to positive aspects.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
  • Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.
  • Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.
  • Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
  • Designed and maintained store website, including web orders and fullfillment.
  • Calculated quarterly taxes.

Bartender

Timberline Steakhouse
01.2003 - 12.2008
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Obtained cash bank and stocked service bar to prepare for operation.
  • Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
  • Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
  • Prepared custom drink orders by accurately measuring and mixing house ingredients.
  • Upheld strict regulations for safe alcohol service and food safety.
  • Prepared garnishes by evenly slicing and pitting fruits.
  • Assisted with inventorying beverage stock and bar supplies.
  • Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines, and mixers.
  • Maintained impeccably clean, attractive and well-stocked bar area.
  • Created attractive bar displays by strategically arranging bottles and glasses.
  • Verified drinking age requirements of customers by carefully reviewing photo identification.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
  • Regularly cleaned and sanitized bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration and storage areas.
  • Used extensive knowledge of beer, wine and spirits to make informed recommendations to customers.
  • Helped management plan and serve bar menu exceeding customer expectations.
  • Completed requisitions to maintain required stock par levels.
  • Mixed unique and interesting cocktails for customers, including bar specials.
  • Tracked bar stock levels and promptly replenished low materials to prevent shortages.
  • Developed creative bar menus and drink recipes by researching emerging industry trends.
  • Applied knowledge to create innovative cocktails, enhance flavor profiles and expertly pair food and drinks.
  • Kept bar stocked with liquors, juices and garnishes for drinks.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

Wichita State University
Wichita, KS
06.2008

Skills

  • Fine Dining
  • Grilling
  • Sanitation
  • Food presentation
  • New Hire Training
  • Event Catering
  • Food Plating
  • Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
  • Food Storage
  • Beautiful presentation of food
  • Wine pairing
  • Hospitality service expertise
  • Food presentation talent

Gardening

Vegetable and flower gardening.

Timeline

Cook

Newport Grill
03.2022 - Current

Cook

Hog Wild Pit BBQ
03.2021 - 12.2021

Legal Assistant

Herrman Law
01.2021 - 09.2021

Senior Bookseller

Bookshop West Portal
01.2007 - 09.2020

Bartender

Timberline Steakhouse
01.2003 - 12.2008

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

Wichita State University

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