Joshua Gott
Idaho Falls,ID
Summary
Driven professional with a proven track record at Smokin Fins, adept in cost control and fostering teamwork. Excelled in optimizing food presentation and streamlining kitchen operations, significantly enhancing efficiency and customer satisfaction. Skilled in inventory management and menu development, demonstrating exceptional multitasking and organizational abilities. Looking to further a career in the restaurant industry, while also looking to utilize the same skills in a different industry, if the opportunity presents itself. Seeking to maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management, and problem-solving skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Smokin Fins
2021.07 - Current
- Part of a team that leads the company in sales and profitability, with consistent wins in daily sales numbers, as well as yearly sales goals.
- Contribute to a positive workplace culture by fostering open communication, constructive feedback, and mutual respect among team members.
- Use strong problem-solving skills when faced with unexpected challenges or emergencies within the kitchen environment.
- Optimize food presentation techniques, enhancing visual appeal of dishes while maintaining consistent portion sizes and profitability.
- Help maintain inventory, staff, cleanliness, and overall well-being of the restaurant and business as a whole.
Line Cook
Frosty Gator
2018.03 - 2021.07
- Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep tasks and effectively organizing workstations.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality dishes in a timely manner.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Mentored junior staff members in culinary skills and techniques, fostering professional growth within the team.
Co-Owner
Sacred Fire Games
2016.01 - 2018.07
- Enhanced business operations by implementing efficient management strategies and streamlining processes.
- Increased overall profitability by identifying cost-saving measures and optimizing resource allocation.
- Developed a strong company culture, fostering teamwork and collaboration among staff members.
- Implemented marketing campaigns to expand customer base and increase brand awareness.
- Kept track of what products sell well, and will sell well, and pushed to have as much in stock as possible.
Education
High School Diploma -
Idaho Falls Senior High School
Idaho Falls, ID05.2009
Skills
- Cost Control
- Waste Reduction
- Food Preparation
- Scheduling Staff
- Menu development
- Annual Business Planning Support
- Multitasking and Organization
- Inventory Management
Timeline
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Smokin Fins
2021.07 - Current
Line Cook
Frosty Gator
2018.03 - 2021.07
Co-Owner
Sacred Fire Games
2016.01 - 2018.07
High School Diploma -
Idaho Falls Senior High School
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