Jordan Walker
Mount Pleasant,SC
Summary
Diligent Cook possessing excellent cooking skills and strong knowledge of food safety. Proficient in maintaining well-stocked, organized and clean kitchen areas to maximize productivity. Dedicated team player with punctual nature and open communication style dedicated to working hard.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Customer Service Representative
Progressive
07.2023 - 04.2024
- Handled customer inquiries and suggestions courteously and professionally.
- Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
Food Photographer
Jordan Walker Photography
11.2021 - 04.2023
- Streamlined photo editing process by utilizing advanced software tools and techniques.
- Built strong relationships with local restaurants and catering businesses, leading to ongoing collaboration opportunities.
- Captured high-quality images for marketing materials with a keen eye for detail and composition.
- Increased client satisfaction by consistently delivering exceptional food photography on time and within budget constraints.
- Provided constructive feedback to chefs and stylists on presentation adjustments for optimal photographic results.
Kitchen Supervisor
Sellands Market-Cafe
07.2019 - 10.2020
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Trained new team members on kitchen procedures, safety protocols, and company standards.
- Controlled food costs and managed inventory.
- Maintained high sanitation standards through routine cleaning protocols and adherence to health regulations.
- Monitored food preparation, production, and plating for quality control.
- Reduced food waste through effective inventory management and menu planning.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing time-saving techniques.
Line Cook
King Tide Fish And Shell
04.2018 - 05.2019
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
Combat Camera
United States Marine Corps
12.2012 - 11.2017
- Conducted realistic combat scenarios for heightened situational awareness and better decision-making under stress.
- Led physical fitness sessions to build endurance strength conditioning required for successful completion of demanding field exercises.
- Promoted discipline, accountability, and leadership qualities among trainees through consistent enforcement of standards and expectations.
- Consistently updated personal knowledge on latest military tactics, strategies, technologies, and regulations to ensure accurate instruction for trainees.
- Established strong rapport with each individual trainee which led higher engagement motivation achieve success within the program.
- Maintained a safe training environment, ensuring proper use of equipment and adherence to safety protocols at all times.
Education
Associate of Arts - Photography
Academy of Art University
San Francisco, CA12.2022
Associate of Arts - Hospitality And Management
Oregon Culinary Institute
Portland, OR04.2019
Skills
- Customer Service
- Critical Thinking
- Inventory Control
- Food presentation
- Sanitation Standards
- Kitchen Organization
- Health Code Compliance
- Opening and closing procedures
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Food safety understanding
- Waste Reduction
- Food Preparation
- Menu development
- Food plating and presentation
- High-volume dining
- BOH Operations
- Kitchen Management
- Schedule development
- Food Portion Specification
- Kitchen Staff Supervision
- Cooking
- Time Management
https://jordanwalkerphotography.com
My professional food photography portfolio showcasing some of my own culinary creations as well as some work that I have done in the past for local restaurants in the Sacramento area.
Timeline
Customer Service Representative
Progressive
07.2023 - 04.2024
Food Photographer
Jordan Walker Photography
11.2021 - 04.2023
Kitchen Supervisor
Sellands Market-Cafe
07.2019 - 10.2020
Line Cook
King Tide Fish And Shell
04.2018 - 05.2019
Combat Camera
United States Marine Corps
12.2012 - 11.2017
Associate of Arts - Photography
Academy of Art University
Associate of Arts - Hospitality And Management
Oregon Culinary Institute