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Joel Peterson
North Las Vegas,NV
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Summary
Creative and detail-oriented culinary professional with strong skills in food safety, kitchen management, and culinary presentation. Proven ability to lead teams and enhance operational efficiency.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
Kj's Social
Las Vegas, Nevada
02.2026 - 07.2026
- Prepared and plated menu items with emphasis on presentation and quality.
- Coordinated daily kitchen operations and supported head chef in managing staff to ensure smooth workflow.
- Implemented food safety practices to achieve compliance with health standards.
- Monitored inventory levels and ordered supplies to maintain optimal stock for menu preparation.
Lead Line Cook
The Dillinger
Boulder City, Nevada
09.2024 - 02.2026
- Prepared and cooked menu items according to established recipes and guidelines.
- Supervised kitchen staff to maintain high standards of food safety.
- Trained new cooks on kitchen procedures and best practices.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to coordinate timely meal service.
Line Cook Supervisor
The Forge Social House
Boulder City, Nevada
07.2017 - 08.2019
- Developed daily prep lists to streamline workflow during peak hours.
- Coordinated with front-of-house staff to ensure timely food delivery.
- Inspected supplies, equipment, and work areas to ensure conformance to established standards.
- Managed inventory levels and ordered supplies to maintain stock availability.
- Conducted regular meetings with kitchen staff members to discuss new menu items or changes in procedures.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or service in a professional manner.
- Maintained records of employee performance evaluations and disciplinary actions.
Line Cook
The Tap
Boulder City, Nevada
09.2018 - 07.2019
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Monitored cooking times to ensure dishes were served at optimal freshness.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, including grills, fryers, and ovens.
- Followed food safety guidelines to ensure quality and hygiene standards were met.
- Maintained clean and organized workstations during meal preparation and cooking.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
Line Cook
Claim Jumper Restaurant
Henderson, Nevada
05.2016 - 08.2018
- Operated fryers and grills following safety guidelines to ensure food quality.
- Prepared dishes in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with teammates to achieve high customer satisfaction.
- Set up workstations with necessary ingredients, utensils, and cooking equipment for efficient service.
- Maintained proper food handling practices while ensuring correct temperatures of food products.
Line Cook
Jason Deli
Henderson, Nevada
02.2015 - 03.2016
- Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients for cooking and timely service.
- Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Maintained hygienic kitchen with regular mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing utensils and glassware.
Line Cook
The Pei Wei Asian Diner
Henderson, Nevada
11.2013 - 01.2015
- Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove, and refrigerator.
- Tracked inventory levels of all products used in the kitchen on a daily basis.
- Adhered to portion controls and presentation specifications.
- Prepped garnishes to reduce wait times during lunch and dinner rush.
- Adhered to sanitation policies at all times when handling food products.
- Performed workstation prep prior to shift start.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
Education
GED -
Salinas Adult School
Salinas, CA03-1998
Some College (No Degree) - Culinary Arts
Le Cordon Bleu
Las Vegas, NVSkills
- Menu development
- Plating techniques
- Culinary techniques
- Inventory management
- Kitchen safety
- Kitchen equipment maintenance
- Staff management
Timeline
Sous Chef
Kj's Social
02.2026 - 07.2026
Lead Line Cook
The Dillinger
09.2024 - 02.2026
Line Cook
The Tap
09.2018 - 07.2019
Line Cook Supervisor
The Forge Social House
07.2017 - 08.2019
Line Cook
Claim Jumper Restaurant
05.2016 - 08.2018
Line Cook
Jason Deli
02.2015 - 03.2016
Line Cook
The Pei Wei Asian Diner
11.2013 - 01.2015
GED -
Salinas Adult School
Some College (No Degree) - Culinary Arts
Le Cordon Bleu