Josiah Freeman
Summary
Dependable Cook with expertise preparing foods in fast-paced settings. Team-minded professional knowledgeable in food safety, attractive presentation, and stock management. Efficient multitasker with talents in recipe management and development.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Seasonal Lead Line Cook/Sous Chef
Yellowstone National Park Lodges-Xanterra
08.2025 - 10.2025
- Trained new kitchen staff on safety protocols and food handling procedures.
- Monitored inventory levels and communicated needs to ensure supply availability.
- Implemented daily prep lists to streamline kitchen operations and improve efficiency.
- Coordinated food presentation and service logistics.
- Participated in regular team meetings to discuss menu planning and guest feedback improvements.
- Managed a team of 10 cooks.
Line Cook / Lead Prep Cook
Abel Brown
05.2023 - 08.2025
- Trained new staff on kitchen procedures.
- Worked every station in the restaurant (Grill, Saute, Pantry, Fry)
- Prepared high-quality dishes following standardized recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Executed over 150 covers daily.
Lead Line Cook/ Lead Banquet Chef
Champions Retreat Golf Course
01.2020 - 04.2025
- Directed catering events.
- Demonstrated versatility with proficient skill on the grill, saute and pantry stations.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
- Communicated with management on food inventory stock to request order placement.
- Collaborated with team to execute catering events up to 200 people.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cross Creek High School
Augusta, Ga05-2019
Skills
- Kitchen leadership
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Food presentation
- Customer service
- Cooking techniques
Timeline
Seasonal Lead Line Cook/Sous Chef
Yellowstone National Park Lodges-Xanterra
08.2025 - 10.2025
Line Cook / Lead Prep Cook
Abel Brown
05.2023 - 08.2025
Lead Line Cook/ Lead Banquet Chef
Champions Retreat Golf Course
01.2020 - 04.2025
High School Diploma -
Cross Creek High School