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Jonathan Maida

Summary

  • Detail-oriented culinary professional with experience in fast-paced kitchen environments. Skilled in inventory management, menu creation, and food preparation. Highly organized and detail-oriented with excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
  • High-performing Chef offering 2 years of restaurant experience. Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills. Talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams.
  • A hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure an entry-level Chefs Assistant position. Ready to help the team achieve company goals.
  • To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Work History

Chef Assistant

Flemings Steakhouse
04.2024 - 09.2024
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
  • Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Prepared and cooked quality meals in high-volume, fast-paced service environments.
  • Followed recipes and instructions to achieve quality and presentation standards.
  • Managed food preparation activities, such as cutting ingredients to size and preparing sauces and garnishes.
  • Used variety of kitchen tools and appliances to prepare ingredients and meals.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts

Maricopa Community Colleges - Estrella Mountain Community College
Avondale, AZ

Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts

Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
Boulder, CO
10.2024

Skills

  • Food Preparation
  • Cooking techniques
  • Kitchen Safety
  • Menu Supervision
  • Food spoilage prevention
  • Knife Skills
  • Sanitation Practices
  • Chef support
  • Food Waste Reduction
  • Food handling
  • Temperature Control
  • Allergen awareness
  • Boiling skills
  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Workplace Safety

Timeline

Chef Assistant

Flemings Steakhouse
04.2024 - 09.2024

Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts

Maricopa Community Colleges - Estrella Mountain Community College

Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts

Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
Jonathan Maida