Justin Samons
Long Beach,CA
Summary
Dedicated culinary professional with extensive experience in food preparation and kitchen operations. Proven expertise in menu design, kitchen supervision, and the operation of kitchen equipment. Committed to delivering exceptional customer service while adhering to sanitation standards and diverse cooking methods. Aiming to leverage culinary skills in a dynamic restaurant environment for continued growth.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook
Sap Sua
Denver, CO
09.2023 - 04.2025
- Prepared and cooked a variety of dishes, ensuring high quality and presentation standards
- Followed recipes and portion control guidelines to consistently deliver delicious meals
- Managed food inventory, minimizing waste and optimizing cost efficiency
- Maintained a clean and organized work area, adhering to sanitation regulations
- Adapted menus based on dietary restrictions or customer preferences
Line Cook
Linger
Denver, CO
08.2021 - 09.2023
- Provides excellent customer service with high volume of cooking
- Prep and stock line for service
- Handle large volume of call outs from Chef team
- Trained to run numerous stations throughout kitchen
- Trained on closing any section of kitchen
- Provides excellent team work
Baker
Habit Donuts
Denver, CO
03.2021 - 07.2021
- Responsible for providing excellent customer service.
- Provides customers with descriptions of every doughnut.
- Crafts baked goods by adhering to bakery specifications.
- Creates artist product according to daily requirements
- Mixes dough and cuts dough according to company standards
- Runs front of house pos Toast system
- Cleans and closes
Line Cook/Breakfast Prep
Westwood Brewing
Rathdrum, ID
11.2020 - 02.2021
- Provides excellent customer service
- Prep and stock line for the dinner rush
- Trained to run the flat top, fryer, saute and salad station
- Trained on closing the kitchen and check off the cleaning lists
Line Cook/Prep Cook
Nadines Mexican Restaurant
Rathdrum, ID
02.2019 - 11.2020
- Made certain entrees according to the restaurant's standards
- Ran the flat top during busy Friday and Saturday rushes
- Was part of a team who ran the burrito making station
- Made sure the kitchen was spotless when closing
Line Cook/Prep Cook
Paragon Brewing
Coeur d'Alene, ID
08.2017 - 12.2018
- Provided excellent customer service
- I was in charge of daily prep (stocking the line and prepping for the rush.)
- Had extensive training on closing the kitchen
- Helped with overall functions of the kitchen
Sandwich Maker/Prep Cook
The Local Deli
Coeur d'Alene, ID
09.2016 - 06.2017
- Provided excellent customer service
- In charge of all daily prep(salads, cheeses and meats)
- Trained on opening and closing
- Had extensive POS knowledge and computer training
- Help with the overall daily functions within our deli
Prep Cook/Fry Cook
Gozzer Ranch
Harrison, ID
05.2016 - 09.2016
- Responsible for fry station as well as food prep for dinner service
- Monitored dining room to ensure guest satisfaction
- Provided guests with a pleasurable dining experience
- Delivered exceptional, friendly and fast service
- Assisted in the overall flow of our kitchen under supervision of our Head Chef
Education
Some college -
Skills
- Baking
- Cooking
- Sauté
- Leadership
- POS
- Cleaning
- Food Preparation
- Kitchen Experience
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Communication skills
Certification
Food Handler Certification
References
- Anna Nguyen (303) 775-2452
- Gonzalo Phillippens (720) 755-0840
- Amanda Sales (240) 883-2307
Timeline
Cook
Sap Sua
09.2023 - 04.2025
Line Cook
Linger
08.2021 - 09.2023
Baker
Habit Donuts
03.2021 - 07.2021
Line Cook/Breakfast Prep
Westwood Brewing
11.2020 - 02.2021
Line Cook/Prep Cook
Nadines Mexican Restaurant
02.2019 - 11.2020
Line Cook/Prep Cook
Paragon Brewing
08.2017 - 12.2018
Sandwich Maker/Prep Cook
The Local Deli
09.2016 - 06.2017
Prep Cook/Fry Cook
Gozzer Ranch
05.2016 - 09.2016
Some college -
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