Jose Diaz Jr
Knoxville,TN
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with experience at Bonefish Grill, excelling in food presentation and sanitation procedures. Bilingual in Spanish and English, I leverage strong knife skills and artistic flair to enhance menu offerings. Proven ability to maintain cleanliness and collaborate effectively, ensuring high-quality meal preparation and service efficiency.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Catering Kitchen Prep Cook
Smokies Stadium
Knoxville, TN
03.2025 - Current
- Assisted in ingredient preparation for various menu items, ensuring freshness and quality.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace to comply with safety standards.
- Learned proper use of kitchen equipment and tools for efficient meal preparation.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food prep processes and enhance efficiency.
Line Cook
Bonefish Grill Restaurants
Knoxville, TN
01.2024 - 05.2025
• Morning prep
• Lunch service and dinner service.
• closing duties when asked.
Line Cook
Ruth Chris Steakhouse
Knoxville, TN
02.2023 - 01.2024
• Dessert prep.
-Various cheese cakes.
-Chocolate cake.
-Bread pudding.
• Salad station and salad prep.
• Cleaning and Closing duties every shift.
Education
Industrial Design
Design And Architecture, Senior High School
Miami, FL06.2006
Skills
- Bilingual (Spanish and English)
- Art skills applied to my cooking
- Knife skills
- Cleanliness standards
- Cooking techniques
- Sanitation procedures
- Food presentation
Timeline
Catering Kitchen Prep Cook
Smokies Stadium
03.2025 - Current
Line Cook
Bonefish Grill Restaurants
01.2024 - 05.2025
Line Cook
Ruth Chris Steakhouse
02.2023 - 01.2024
Industrial Design
Design And Architecture, Senior High School