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Joseph Nagy

Everett

Summary

Passionate and skilled line cook with 9 years of experience in high-volume restaurants and fine dining staging. Additionally, I have 7 years of experience in machine operating, allowing me to grow and apply my skillsets to this industry. Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering exceptional dining experiences are qualities that I take pride in. Able to work collaboratively with the culinary team, follow recipes consistently, and create visually stunning and delicious dishes. Adaptable and thriving in fast-paced environments, I am enthusiastic about contributing to the culinary industry and community. With a solid foundation in my desire to further culinary techniques and a proven track record of innovation, I am excited to exceed expectations in a vibrant and rewarding environment.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef

So to speakeasy pop
06.2024 - Current
  • Designed and prepared innovative three-course meals on a monthly basis for exclusive pop-up events.
  • Expertly prepared meals from scratch with fresh ingredients.
  • Delivered exceptional fine dining service to guests.
  • Mise en place, knife skills, butchery.
  • Manage all 3 courses

Lead Line Cook

Sound2sumit
06.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced dining experience through the use of fresh ingredients.
  • Knife skills/mise en place/ adept butchery
  • Enhanced versatility of workforce by expanding skillsets.
  • Adaptable to roles as both leader and collaborator in teams.
  • Designed and implemented unique build orders.

Staging

1611, Chef Joel Childs/chef Stephan Salinas
01.2024 - 03.2024
  • 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.
  • Knife skills

Lead Line Cook

Hook and Cleaver
10.2023 - 01.2024
  • Ensured an elevated level of service in a fine dining setting.
  • Capable of assuming both leadership and supporting roles.
  • Developed versatility through station cross-training.
  • Knife skills, mise en place.
  • Prepared dishes from scratch using fresh, high-quality ingredients.
  • Monitored and recorded daily labor, waste, and temperature metrics.

BOH Lead / Server

IHOP
02.2023 - 09.2023
  • Created a warm and hospitable atmosphere for guests.
  • Ensured consistent upkeep of cleanliness standards across FOH and BOH workspaces.
  • Expanded skill set by mastering various responsibilities.
  • Participated in diverse tasks across restaurant operations.
  • Recognized repeatedly as employee of the month due to outstanding contributions.

Line Cook

Toritos Taqueria
03.2023 - 04.2023
  • Delivered outstanding service handling customer orders.
  • Facilitated seamless opening processes for Jumpstart kitchen.
  • Ensured readiness of fresh ingredients for immediate use in service operations.
  • Coordinated equipment setup to optimize production process.

Ensured high standards of consistency and quality throughout tasks.

Cook/Prep/Dishwasher

HERITAGE COURT COOK
07.2015 - 11.2015
  • Certified in CPR.
  • Developed resident meal plans incorporating fresh ingredients while adhering to scheduling and dietary guidelines.
  • Novice knife skills.
  • Prepared dishes using fresh ingredients.

Lead Grill Cook

GOLDEN CORRAL
06.2009 - 03.2015
  • Directed culinary presentations in a live setting.
  • Novice knife skills
  • Coordinated expo services to stations during peak hours.
  • Expanded skill set by mastering cross-functional responsibilities.
  • Facilitated pleasant interaction with guests at serving points.
  • Follow seasonal changes upon menu items and specials
  • Demonstrated strong leadership skills by overseeing daily operations of the grill station while motivating fellow cooks to excel in their roles.

Education

High school or equivalent - Arts

MARYSVILLE PILCHUCK HIGHSCHOOL
Marysville, WA
06.2012

Skills

  • Food safety and sanitation
  • Customer service
  • Knife skills
  • Cooking techniques
  • Food presentation
  • Attention to detail
  • Effective communications
  • Team collaboration
  • Kitchen operations
  • Ingredient knowledge
  • Allergen awareness
  • Sauce preparation
  • Recipe creation
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Culinary creativity

Personal Information

  • Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
  • Authorized To Work: US for any employer

Timeline

Chef

So to speakeasy pop
06.2024 - Current

Staging

1611, Chef Joel Childs/chef Stephan Salinas
01.2024 - 03.2024

Lead Line Cook

Hook and Cleaver
10.2023 - 01.2024

Lead Line Cook

Sound2sumit
06.2023 - Current

Line Cook

Toritos Taqueria
03.2023 - 04.2023

BOH Lead / Server

IHOP
02.2023 - 09.2023

Cook/Prep/Dishwasher

HERITAGE COURT COOK
07.2015 - 11.2015

Lead Grill Cook

GOLDEN CORRAL
06.2009 - 03.2015

High school or equivalent - Arts

MARYSVILLE PILCHUCK HIGHSCHOOL
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