Joshua Baysinger
Knoxville,TN
Summary
Pursuing Culinary with ambition to establish versatile culinary skillset. Energetic and flexible with focus despite chaotic kitchen environments. Receptive learner with growth mindset and tenacity to expand and build culinary skills.
Reliable Construction Assistant experienced in basic construction work. Skilled in equipment operation, safety management. Focused on working hard and contributing to team success.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Trainee
KnoxWorx
04.2025 - 09.2025
- Developed job skills
- Construction training
- Learned new materials, processes, and programs quickly.
- Attended training courses to build understanding of processes, techniques, and industry.
- Participated in on-the-job training, working closely with supervisors and coworkers and asking appropriate questions.
- Established lasting relationships with peers, leadership and customers using strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Teaching
GOMB Church
01.2024 - Current
- Led faith-based life to provide example for students between ages 3 and 7.
- Maintained Sunday School area through providing decoration and literature.
- Adapted bible verses and lessons into stories and activities to help children comprehend scriptures.
- Employed variety of instructional aids, methods, and materials to provide for creative teachings, helping children grow spiritually.
- Prepared age-appropriate weekly lesson plans aligned with church teachings.
- Incorporated technology into classroom teachings to engage students and make learning more interactive.
Volunteer
- Taught Sunday school classes to impart values of faith.
- Helped with special events such as Vacation Bible School to coordinate resources, spaces, and schedules.
- Sourced and distributed food and supplies to those in need. (E.G Homeless, In-need, etc)
- Prepared meals for church members and guests for special events.
Pantry Cook
Ruth's Chris Steakhouse
- Stocked supplies to maintain sufficient levels of food products at pantry station.
- Prepped dressing, vinaigrettes and accompanying garnishes for pantry menu items.
- Constructed pantry station daily to serve 60-120 minutes prior to lunch and dinner service.
- Communicated with servers and chef to expedite food delivery.
- Prepared salads, and desserts for restaurant guests.
- Cleaned and sanitized pantry station at end of shift.
- Adhered to state and local health and safety regulations for food handling and sanitation.
- Cleaned counters, shelves, walls, furniture and equipment in food service areas.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
Education
High School Diploma - HSE
Adult Education
Knoxville10.2025
Skills
- Effective team collaboration
- Effective multi-tasking
- Responsive to new challenges
- Effective time management
- Steadfast in responsibilities
- Detail-oriented approach
Certification
- OSHA 10 - 4/23/25
- HBI Pact Core
- CPR - 4/17/25
- ServSafe Food Handler - 5/31/25
- Introduction to Culinary - 6/18/25 (4 Weeks)
- University of Tennessee, Knoxville | Center for Professional Education & Lifelong Learning. Instructor: Greg J. Eisele, C.E.G/PG-11, Culinary Directory, UT Culinary Program
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Trainee
KnoxWorx
04.2025 - 09.2025
Teaching
GOMB Church
01.2024 - Current
Volunteer
Pantry Cook
Ruth's Chris Steakhouse
High School Diploma - HSE
Adult Education