Joshua Westrom
Bolingbrook,IL
Summary
Experienced Line Cook with 6+ years of experience working in fast food and casual dining settings. Acquired class C CDL to operate ambulances, ambulance transport. Licensed EMT-b and certified in CPR/AED and first aid.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Line Cook
Longhorn Steakhouse
Bolingbrook, IL
12.2022 - Current
- Operated the grill proficiently to prepare high-quality meals while maintaining consistent cooking standards.
- Prepared food items following established recipes and presentation standards to ensure quality and taste.
- Demonstrated extensive menu knowledge to effectively recommend dishes and enhance customer satisfaction.
- Mentored and trained staff by teaching cooking skills and kitchen maintenance, improving overall quality and performance.
- Maintained hygienic kitchen with regular mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing utensils and glassware.
Server
Longhorn Steakhouse
Bolingbrook, IL
12.2022 - Current
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
- Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
- Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients, and preparation methods.
- Developed rapport with guests and assisted in generating repeat business by providing exceptional customer service.
Emergency Medical Technician
Lifeline Ambulance Service Inc.
Skokie, Illinois
12.2021 - 11.2022
- Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public, and first responders safe.
- Transported patients to hospitals or other healthcare facilities using ambulances or other vehicles.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
- Operated specialized medical equipment such as ventilators, cardiac monitors and suction devices.
- Trained new hires by offering insight into job duties and assessing shift performance.
- Maintained patient vital signs, including blood pressure, respiration rate, pulse rate, temperature, oxygen saturation level and pain levels.
Line Cook
Pizza Hut
Bolingbrook, IL
06.2017 - 06.2021
- Adhered to sanitation policies at all times when handling food products.
- Adhered to regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep.
- Mentored and trained staff by teaching cooking skills and kitchen maintenance, improving overall quality and performance.
- Worked closely with management team in order to meet budget goals while maintaining high quality standards.
In-Home Caretaker
Family Members
Bolingbrook, Illinois
03.2018 - 09.2020
- Provided care and aid to a family member with a disability.
- Assisted with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and eating.
- Planned, prepared or served meals to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Physical Therapy
Trinity International University
Deerfield, ILSome College (No Degree) - Fire Science
Joliet Junior College
Joliet, ILSkills
- CPR and first aid
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Empathy and patience
- Growth mindset
- Stress tolerance
- Trustworthiness and integrity
- Multitasking and organization
- Professionalism and courtesy
- Grilling
Certification
Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT) exp. 03/31/2025
Timeline
Line Cook
Longhorn Steakhouse
12.2022 - Current
Server
Longhorn Steakhouse
12.2022 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician
Lifeline Ambulance Service Inc.
12.2021 - 11.2022
In-Home Caretaker
Family Members
03.2018 - 09.2020
Line Cook
Pizza Hut
06.2017 - 06.2021
Some College (No Degree) - Physical Therapy
Trinity International University
Some College (No Degree) - Fire Science
Joliet Junior College