Joshua Pendergrass
Rainbow City
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with experience as a Chef at Homecoming Cafe and Restaurant Owner at JP & Son Cafe. Extensive Catering knowledge in menu development and kitchen management, consistently optimizing service efficiency and enhancing customer satisfaction. Proven ability to lead teams and implement food safety protocols, driving repeat business and exceeding client expectations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef
Homecoming Cafe
Guntersville, AL
02.2025 - 11.2025
- Prepared and cooked menu items according to established recipes and presentation standards.
- Assisted in maintaining kitchen cleanliness and adherence to health regulations.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely service during peak hours.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, following safety protocols.
Restaurant Owner
JP & Son Cafe
Southside, AL
10.2022 - 12.2024
- Developed and implemented efficient staffing schedules to optimize service levels during peak hours.
- Managed inventory control processes, ensuring timely procurement of quality ingredients.
- Created and updated menus based on seasonal trends and customer preferences.
- Trained staff in food safety protocols and customer service best practices.
- Optimized menu offerings based on customer feedback, leading to better sales performance and high levels of repeat business.
- Streamlined back-of-house processes for improved kitchen efficiency, resulting in faster order preparation times without compromising quality standards.
Catering Manager
Local Joe's Trading Post
Rainbow City, AL
08.2018 - 07.2022
- Developed and executed catering menus tailored to diverse client preferences and dietary restrictions.
- Managed logistics for events, ensuring timely delivery and setup of catering services.
- Supervised catering staff, fostering teamwork and enhancing service quality during events.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing waste and optimizing supply chain efficiency.
- Successfully managed a diverse range of events including weddings, corporate functions, and special occasions, consistently exceeding client expectations.
- Coordinated with event planners for floor and table layouts, guest numbers, and overall catering needs.
- Met with clients to outline desired goals and prepared quotes for overall catering costs.
- Worked with chefs to plan menus according to client needs and budgets.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hahnville High School
Boutte, LANo Degree - Culinary Arts
Delgado Community College
New Orleans, LASkills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Customer service
- Cooking techniques
- Kitchen management
- Meal preparation
- Menu development
- Banquets and catering
- Portion and cost control
Certification
ServSafe Certified (exp. 2030)
Timeline
Chef
Homecoming Cafe
02.2025 - 11.2025
Restaurant Owner
JP & Son Cafe
10.2022 - 12.2024
Catering Manager
Local Joe's Trading Post
08.2018 - 07.2022
High School Diploma -
Hahnville High School
No Degree - Culinary Arts
Delgado Community College