JESSE WEST
Carson City,NV
Summary
Professional culinary expert with strong focus on team collaboration and delivering exceptional results. Demonstrates expertise in menu development, kitchen management, and high-quality food preparation. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring consistent excellence in fast-paced, changing environments. Known for leadership, creativity, and maintaining high standards in all culinary operations.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Chef
7 Grille
Carson City, NV
05.2025 - 03.2026
- Directed culinary team to deliver high-quality dishes adhering to seasonal menus and local sourcing standards.
- Developed innovative recipes that enhanced customer satisfaction and aligned with brand identity.
- Managed inventory, ensuring optimal stock levels and minimizing food waste through effective forecasting.
- Implemented training programs for kitchen staff, improving skills and boosting overall team performance.
- Established vendor relationships to secure high-quality ingredients while negotiating favorable terms for the establishment.
Line Cook
Mom and Pops Diner
Carson City, NV
03.2024 - 05.2025
- Prepared diverse menu items with attention to quality and presentation standards.
- Collaborated with kitchen team to ensure timely service during peak hours.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workstations.
- Trained new staff on food preparation techniques and safety protocols.
- Coordinated with front-of-house staff to streamline communication for order accuracy.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline food preparation processes and enhance service efficiency.
- Maintained inventory of ingredients, minimizing waste through effective stock management practices.
Dairy Manager
Smith Food and Drug
Carson City, NV
11.2021 - 02.2024
- 8Oversaw daily operations of dairy department, ensuring product quality and safety compliance.
- Managed inventory levels, optimizing stock rotation and minimizing waste.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices for dairy handling and customer service.
- Developed promotional strategies to enhance dairy sales and improve customer engagement.
- Implemented process improvements that increased efficiency in product display and replenishment
- Delegated tasks and gave direction to team of 5 employees within dairy department.
Entertainment Bartender/ Pool Bartender
Grand Sierra Resort and Casino
Reno, NV
06.2019 - 11.2021
- Crafted and served a diverse range of cocktails, ensuring high-quality customer experiences.
- Managed bar inventory and supplies, optimizing stock levels for peak service times.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and customer service standards.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to synchronize service and enhance guest satisfaction.
- Implemented efficient workflow processes that reduced wait times during busy shifts.
- Developed signature cocktails that increased bar popularity and customer engagement.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly, fostering positive relationships and repeat business.
- Crafted and served a diverse range of cocktails and beverages to enhance guest satisfaction.
- Implemented new service strategies that improved overall efficiency of bar operations.
Bartender
Buffalo Wild Wings
Carson City
01.2013 - 10.2021
- All opening and closing duties, cash handling, and obviously customer service are my main duties as a bartender
- I trained other bartenders to properly perform their daily duties
- I pour beers and make drinks from a very extensive drink menu in a timely and efficient manner for the entire restaurant, while maintaining excellent customer service to a 15 seat bar top
- Food service and menu knowledge are also very important aspects to my job at Buffalo.
Bartender, Bar Manager, Asst Manager, Gen. Manager
Firkin and Fox
Carson City
01.2008 - 10.2013
- Counting daily cash and doing deposits, as well as daily bar inventory and running the shift were my main job tasks as the floor manager
- I was responsible for ordering alcohol for the bar, creating pars and maintaining a liquor budget from week to week and month to month
- I was also responsible for doing all of the scheduling
- I had to arrange peoples hours and days they work to accommodate them and the restaurant accordingly
- I also was the overseer of all kitchen ordering
- Reviewing and maintaining a budget for the kitchen manager to follow and stick to
- I had to be the leader and take control at all times
- We were a very fast-paced restaurant, so I was always on the move solving problems and dealing with customer service
Bartender
Bully's Sports Bar
Carson City
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Pouring drinks, while maintaining a very high level of customer service were the calling cards at Bully's
- We were also responsible for a 25 gaming machine bar
- Cashing people out, while being in charge of a 50,000 bank nightly were the gaming responsibilities at this job
- Maintains a clean bar and fun atmosphere were specialties
- I have always been one to take pride in maintaining and keeping a fun and attractive bar.
Education
Associate of Science - Mathematics
Washington State University
Pullman, WAHigh School Diploma - undefined
Wilson High School
Tacoma, WA06.1996
Skills
- Serve Safe Manager Certification
- Alcohol Awareness Certification
- Problem Solving
- Strong Multitasking
- Attention to Detail
- Customer Service Expertise
- Adaptability
- Time Management Abilities
- Inventory Management
- Menu Knowledge
Timeline
Executive Chef
7 Grille
05.2025 - 03.2026
Line Cook
Mom and Pops Diner
03.2024 - 05.2025
Dairy Manager
Smith Food and Drug
11.2021 - 02.2024
Entertainment Bartender/ Pool Bartender
Grand Sierra Resort and Casino
06.2019 - 11.2021
Bartender
Buffalo Wild Wings
01.2013 - 10.2021
Bartender, Bar Manager, Asst Manager, Gen. Manager
Firkin and Fox
01.2008 - 10.2013
Bartender
Bully's Sports Bar
01.2006 - 01.2009
High School Diploma - undefined
Wilson High School
Associate of Science - Mathematics
Washington State University