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Education
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Joshua Ruthe

Santa Fe,NM

Summary

Culinary professional prepared for high-pressure kitchen environments with focus on delivering high-quality dishes. Adept at collaborating with team members to streamline kitchen operations and ensure timely service. Known for flexibility and reliability, with strong commitment to maintaining cleanliness and organization.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Line Cook

El Castillo
03.2023 - Current
  • Prepared and cooked meals for residents on a rotating menu featuring two proteins, two starches, and two vegetables.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of work station in compliance with sanitation guidelines.

Line Cook

Hackberry Creek Country Club
05.2022 - 11.2022
  • Prepared food to order, ensuring timely service and quality standards.
  • Maintained a clean and organized station to support efficient operations.
  • Assisted with special events and banquets, contributing to overall guest satisfaction.

Kitchen Staff

Crisp and Green
01.2021 - 05.2022
  • Prepared all ingredients for salads to ensure fresh offerings.
  • Cooked hot food promptly for restaurant opening.
  • Batch-prepared dressings for three stores to maintain consistency.
  • Sanitized dining ware and kitchen equipment according to health code standards.

Line Cook

Westin Dallas
05.2021 - 10.2021
  • Executed culinary tasks as line cook in main kitchen, ensuring efficiency and quality.
  • Prepared and cooked meals in pool kitchen, maintaining high standards of cleanliness.
  • Collaborated with kitchen team to optimize food preparation and service processes.

Sercurity Officer

Allied Universal
03.2018 - 07.2019
  • Responded swiftly to emergencies, minimizing damage and injury risks.
  • Patrolled and monitored premises using both vehicle and foot patrols.
  • Conducted check-ins and prepared temporary badges for contractors.

Line Cook/Shift Leader

Crisp Salad Co.
09.2015 - 02.2018
  • Conducted end-of-shift checkouts and composed end-of-shift emails.
  • Input daily data into spreadsheets and reconciled cash drawer and safe.
  • Created prep lists for shifts and ensured quality of food served to guests.
  • Prepared food items, operated cash register, and supported kitchen line during peak hours.
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.

Line Cook/Prep Cook

Muscle Makers Grill
05.2016 - 10.2016
  • Prepared and cooked food adhering to menu dietary restrictions.
  • Portioned food according to orders while considering dietary guidelines.
  • Streamlined prep work for faster meal turnaround, contributing to improved customer satisfaction.
  • Washed dishes and performed closing duties to maintain kitchen efficiency.

Line Cook/Prep Cook

Back Home BBQ
03.2015 - 09.2015
  • Prepared and smoked various meats to ensure optimal flavor and texture.
  • Portioned meat and sides according to specific order requirements.
  • Cleaned work station and restocked supplies for seamless transition between shifts.

line cook

IHOP
10.2014 - 03.2015
  • Maintained fully stocked and clean work area for seamless shift transitions.
  • Prepared pancakes, sandwiches, French toast, and other menu items efficiently.
  • Executed timely food preparation on a flat top grill to ensure quality service.
  • Utilized knife skills and ticket reading for precise order fulfillment.

Line Cook

BonChon Chicken
03.2014 - 06.2014
  • Prepared ingredients for sautéed dishes, ensuring quality and consistency.
  • Cooked special menu items to meet customer expectations.
  • Fried various chicken cuts to achieve optimal flavor and texture.

Garde Manger /Kitchen Prep Cook

Mercat Bistro
05.2013 - 09.2013
  • Prepared sandwiches and salads to meet customer orders efficiently.
  • Maintained a clean, organized workstation while adhering to strict sanitation protocols.
  • Executed meal preparation tasks to support overall kitchen operations.
  • Plating desserts to enhance visual appeal and presentation
  • Managed dishwasher duties to support kitchen flow

Garde Manger /Food Prep Cook

Saint Anns Restaurant
04.2013 - 05.2013
  • Prepared fresh salads for daily service, ensuring quality standards were met.
  • Created cold appetizers to enhance menu variety and guest satisfaction.
  • Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
  • Executed meal preparations efficiently to support kitchen operations.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by following food safety guidelines and proper equipment usage.

Education

Certificate -

Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts
Dallas, TX
06.2013

High School -

Bryan Adams High School
Dallas, TX
06.2012

Skills

  • Hotel experience
  • Fast Food
  • Shift Lead (Less than 1 year)
  • Shift management
  • Catering
  • Customer service
  • Food Prep
  • Cooking ( 10 years)
  • Kitchen management
  • Food Service
  • Grill
  • Fine Dinning
  • Kitchen Staff (10 years)
  • Cash register

Certification

  • Food Handler
  • Food handler certificate
  • Driver's License
  • ServSafe

Timeline

Line Cook

El Castillo
03.2023 - Current

Line Cook

Hackberry Creek Country Club
05.2022 - 11.2022

Line Cook

Westin Dallas
05.2021 - 10.2021

Kitchen Staff

Crisp and Green
01.2021 - 05.2022

Sercurity Officer

Allied Universal
03.2018 - 07.2019

Line Cook/Prep Cook

Muscle Makers Grill
05.2016 - 10.2016

Line Cook/Shift Leader

Crisp Salad Co.
09.2015 - 02.2018

Line Cook/Prep Cook

Back Home BBQ
03.2015 - 09.2015

line cook

IHOP
10.2014 - 03.2015

Line Cook

BonChon Chicken
03.2014 - 06.2014

Garde Manger /Kitchen Prep Cook

Mercat Bistro
05.2013 - 09.2013

Garde Manger /Food Prep Cook

Saint Anns Restaurant
04.2013 - 05.2013

Certificate -

Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts

High School -

Bryan Adams High School
Joshua Ruthe