Joshua Dey Sr
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with a strong background in food preparation and customer service at The Haven of North Hills. Expert in cooking techniques and sanitation practices, I enhanced meal quality and resident satisfaction through efficient kitchen management and compassionate care. Proven ability to multitask and maintain high standards in fast-paced environments. I’ve also dealt with the elderly population and maintained safe environment when residents would come down to have their meals. As well as proper sanitation procedure and followed safe practice and food handling procedures.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
The Haven of North Hills
Pittsburgh, PA
02.2024 - 12.2025
- Prepared and cooked meals following dietary guidelines for residents.
- Ensured kitchen cleanliness by adhering to food safety protocols and sanitation standards.
- Assisted in menu planning, incorporating resident preferences and seasonal ingredients.
- Collaborated with team members to efficiently manage meal service during peak hours.
- Monitored inventory levels, ensuring timely restocking of kitchen supplies and ingredients.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance meal preparation efficiency and quality.
- Provided feedback on resident satisfaction to improve meal offerings and dining experience.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Enhanced teamwork within the kitchen staff by fostering a collaborative environment focused on meeting high standards of quality and efficiency.
- Patient care and help with residents meals
Metal Grinder
McConway & Torley
Pittsburgh, PA
03.2023 - 09.2024
- Operated and maintained grinding machines to ensure precision in metal fabrication.
- Inspected finished products for quality compliance and identification of defects.
- Adjusted machine settings based on specifications to optimize grinding performance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows and improve productivity.
- Adhered to safety protocols and maintained a clean work environment consistently.
- Improved product quality by consistently monitoring and adjusting grinding parameters.
- Complied with federal regulations regarding hazardous materials handling, ensuring a safe work environment for all employees involved in the grinding process.
- Enhanced metal grinding efficiency by implementing new techniques and processes.
- Inspected, felt and measured workpieces to meet surfaces and dimensions specifications.
Laborer
M Oherron Company
Pittsburgh, PA
02.2019 - 01.2021
- Supported projects by preparing job sites and managing supplies effectively.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Contributed to successful completion of projects by following instructions from supervisors and adapting to changing priorities.
- Promoted a positive work environment by demonstrating strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Assisted in digging, trenching and backfilling trenches and foundations.
- Dug trenches, backfilled holes and compacted earth to prepare for new construction.
- Maintained clean and organized work environment to promote safety standards.
- Managed safe and efficient use of tools and equipment on construction sites.
Laborer
PWSA
Pittsburgh, PA
02.2017 - 01.2019
- Operated heavy machinery for efficient completion of tasks.
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials to ensure timely delivery.
- Maintained clean and organized work environment to promote safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow processes.
- Followed safety protocols diligently, reducing workplace hazards.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skill set and operational knowledge.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Managed safe and efficient use of tools and equipment on construction sites.
Education
Certificate - Masonry
Pittsburgh Trade Institute
Homewood PA04.2017
High School Diploma - General
David B Oliver High School
3230 Brighton Road06.2003
Skills
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Food preparation
- Multitasking and organization
- Cooking techniques
- Sanitation
- Surface cleaning
- Hospitality and service industry background
- Food presentation
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Sanitation practices
- Contamination prevention
Timeline
Cook
The Haven of North Hills
02.2024 - 12.2025
Metal Grinder
McConway & Torley
03.2023 - 09.2024
Laborer
M Oherron Company
02.2019 - 01.2021
Laborer
PWSA
02.2017 - 01.2019
Certificate - Masonry
Pittsburgh Trade Institute
High School Diploma - General
David B Oliver High School