Joshua Hileman
East Prairie,MO
Summary
Professional with extensive experience in food preparation and kitchen management, demonstrating strong organizational skills through effective inventory management and adherence to sanitation practices. Successfully coordinated meal delivery with wait staff, ensuring timely service while maintaining high standards of food safety. Provided mentorship to junior cooks, enhancing team collaboration and communication within a fast-paced kitchen environment. Proven ability to operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, contributing to a clean and productive workspace.
Hardworking [Job Title] bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Burger King
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
- Coordinated with wait staff to ensure timely delivery of meals to customers.
- Ordered supplies as needed for the kitchen.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Provided guidance to junior cooks regarding food preparation methods and techniques.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Managed inventory levels of ingredients and supplies necessary for daily operations.
- Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
- Inspected kitchens for sanitary conditions before the start of each shift.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
- Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
- Managed portion control using correct utensils during preparation and plating.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces, and salads.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
Cook
Burger King
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
- Coordinated with wait staff to ensure timely delivery of meals to customers.
- Ordered supplies as needed for the kitchen.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Provided guidance to junior cooks regarding food preparation methods and techniques.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Managed inventory levels of ingredients and supplies necessary for daily operations.
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Inspected kitchens for sanitary conditions before the start of each shift.
- Prepared and served meals by reviewing recipes and combining and cooking ingredients.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
- Coordinated orders to expedite food from kitchen according to cook time and delivery time.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
- Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
- Managed portion control using correct utensils during preparation and plating.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
- Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
- Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove, and refrigerator.
- Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
- Handled advanced thawing and food pre-preparation for upcoming meals.
Machine Operator
Allen Wire
09.2025 - Current
- Operated machinery to produce wire products efficiently and safely.
- Monitored production processes to ensure quality standards were met consistently.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment malfunctions to minimize downtime.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area to support safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow and productivity.
- Participated in safety training programs to enhance operational knowledge.
- Adhered to company policies and procedures for machine operation and maintenance.
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
East Prairie High School
East Prairie, MO05-2035
Skills
- Food preparation
- Inventory management
- Sanitation practices
- Customer service
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Surface cleaning
- Workplace safety
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Machinery operations
- Equipment operation
- Safety compliance
- Heavy lifting
- Basic math
- Strong work ethic
- Good communication
- Attention to detail
- Machinery operation
- Assembly and production
- Quality control
- Relationship building
- Goal setting
Timeline
Machine Operator
Allen Wire
09.2025 - Current
Cook
Burger King
05.2023 - 08.2023
Cook
Burger King
05.2022 - 08.2022
High School Diploma -
East Prairie High School