Joshua Campbell
North Hollywood,CA
Summary
Efficient Pizza Preparation Specialist experienced in dough preparation and oven management. Delivered quality menu items through solid knowledge of cooking equipment and adherence to sanitation regulations. Contributed to positive dining experiences by assisting customers with dine-in and pick-up orders.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Pizza Cook
Slice house
Universal City, California
09.2025 - 10.2026
- Prepared kitchen meals according to daily menu and guest preferences to ensure satisfaction.
- Monitored food temperatures and followed sanitation standards throughout shift.
- Organized pantry, refrigerator, and dry storage for efficient kitchen access.
- Plated meals with attention to presentation standards for dining room service.
- Communicated with kitchen team to coordinate orders and timing.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment, collaborating with teammates to deliver high customer satisfaction.
- Operated grill, stovetop, and oven equipment for breakfast, lunch, dinner service.
Cook
The Ranch
Burbank, California
04.2026 - 06.2026
- Prepared kitchen meals following daily menu and guest preferences.
- Chopped, measured, and portioned ingredients for prep and line cooking.
- Monitored food temperatures and followed sanitation standards throughout shift.
- Cleaned cookware, counters, and workstations after meal preparation.
Cook
CAVA
Burbank, California
07.2024 - 04.2025
- Grilled meats, seafood, and vegetables to order at busy restaurant station.
- Monitored grill temperatures and adjusted heat for safe food preparation.
- Followed kitchen sanitation rules and cleaned grill surfaces throughout shifts.
- Prepared ingredients, marinades, and garnishes for daily service.
- Checked food quality, portioning, and plate presentation before serving.
- Coordinated with line cooks and servers during peak meal periods.
- Restocked station supplies, utensils, and cooking ingredients as needed.
- Handled special requests and dietary modifications for customer orders.
- Made sure that all orders were filled in an accurate and timely manner.
Cook
Universal Studios
Universal City, California
02.2023 - 03.2024
- Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
- Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
- Checked completed orders for correct quantity and quality.
- Assisted setup and breakdown of expo service areas and equipment
- Supported new expo runners with route coverage and service expectations
Cook/Prep Line Cook
Bjs brewhouse
Burbank, California
11.2019 - 10.2022
- Cooked pizzas to order using ovens and timed heat control.
- Prepared Bjs pizza dough, sauces, and fresh toppings daily.
- Monitored food quality, doneness, and portion consistency during service.
- Ensured that all recipes were followed accurately when making pizzas.
- Restocked ingredients, pans, and kitchen tools throughout shifts.
- Maintained clean workstations and followed sanitation standards.
- Complied with health department rules regarding sanitation practices in the kitchen.
- Kept work area clean by sweeping floors, washing surfaces, and disposing of trash.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Placed prepared pizzas into the ovens to bake according to specified times and temperatures.
- Coordinated with crew members during busy rush periods.
- Assisted with prep tasks and closing cleanup.
Education
Burbank High School
Burbank, CASkills
- Pizza oven operation
- Dough preparation
- Ingredient portioning
- Temperature checking
- Food safety monitoring
- Safe food handling
- Kitchen sanitation
- Spoilage prevention
- Quality control
- Plate presentation
- Order coordination
- Station setup
- Inventory restocking
- Team communication
- Time management
- Stress tolerance
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Knife skills
- Kitchen organization
- Allergen awareness
- Food safety oversight
- Staff development
Timeline
Cook
The Ranch
04.2026 - 06.2026
Pizza Cook
Slice house
09.2025 - 10.2026
Cook
CAVA
07.2024 - 04.2025
Cook
Universal Studios
02.2023 - 03.2024
Cook/Prep Line Cook
Bjs brewhouse
11.2019 - 10.2022
Burbank High School