JUSTIN SCROGHAM
Blue Springs,MO
Summary
Took 5th place in a national culinary competition when I was 18.
Got 2nd place for a battle of the bands in 2012
Got 1st place in a battle of the bands in 2022.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Hot Food Cook
Liberty Hospital
06.2024 - Current
- Prepared diverse hot food items according to standardized recipes and safety guidelines.
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently, ensuring optimal performance and safety protocols.
- Trained junior cooks on food preparation techniques and kitchen best practices.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure availability of ingredients for daily menu items.
- Implemented sanitation procedures, maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline kitchen operations and improve service delivery.
- Developed new menu items based on seasonal ingredients and customer feedback.
BAR MANAGER
RED ROBIN
03.2023 - 12.2024
- Oversaw processing of BAR orders.
- Oversaw scheduling for BAR and ensured proper staffing for host, busser, and expo roles.
- Organized inventory to sheet to shelf
- Directed team activities to enhance guest experience.
- Provide support in both front-of-house and back-of-house operations.
ASSISTANT KITCHEN MANAGER
JOE'S BBQ
02.2022 - 02.2023
- Managed daily truck orders efficiently.
- Facilitated smooth functioning of back of house.
- Contributed to major catering projects.
- Ensured meats remained in safe temperature zones through proper smoking and cooling techniques.
- Managed scheduling for staff.
MANAGER
54th STREET BAR AND GRILL
01.2020 - 02.2022
- Managed front operations and resolved issues.
- Managed expo operations to guarantee food met specifications.
- Facilitated skill development for team members in various roles.
- Coordinated and organized front-of-house team schedules.
- Managed departmental functions under AGM supervision.
SOUS CHEF
EMBASSY SUITES
03.2019 - 01.2020
- Submit Orders for Restaurant/BEO
- Train Culinary Staff
- Create Recipes
- Scheduling
- Review SALT Scores
- Daily Customer Interaction
- Inventory (Monthly)
- Problem Solve
- Organize Kitchen to GSL (Grocery Store Look)
SUPERVISING AGENT
OLDHAM MIDWEST
09.2017 - 02.2019
- Trained new agents
- Protect Families
- Organized Morning Pump-Up Meetings
- Worked On Commission
- Managed Team To Be Successful
ASSISTANT KITCHEN MANAGER
HY-VEE, MARKET GRILLE
09.2016 - 08.2017
- Scheduling
- Inventory (weekly)
- Food Orders
- Food Waste Documentation
- Food Cost (62% Profit)
- Leader In The Kitchen
- Health Department Walk Throughs (Ecosure)
LEAD COOK/SERVER
NO OTHER PUB
02.2016 - 08.2016
- Opened The Restaurant (Performed Mock Services)
- Shift Leader
- Organized Kitchen
- Served Tables (Some Days $2000+ in revenue)
- Pre-Bussed Tables
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Orlando Culinary Academy
Orlando, FL11.2010
High School Diploma -
North Kansas City High School
North Kansas City, MOSkills
- Ordering supplies
- Customer service
- Scheduling staff
- Kitchen management
- Hygiene standards
- Analytical thinking
- Delegation and task management
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Cleaning and organization
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Team leadership
Timeline
Hot Food Cook
Liberty Hospital
06.2024 - Current
BAR MANAGER
RED ROBIN
03.2023 - 12.2024
ASSISTANT KITCHEN MANAGER
JOE'S BBQ
02.2022 - 02.2023
MANAGER
54th STREET BAR AND GRILL
01.2020 - 02.2022
SOUS CHEF
EMBASSY SUITES
03.2019 - 01.2020
SUPERVISING AGENT
OLDHAM MIDWEST
09.2017 - 02.2019
ASSISTANT KITCHEN MANAGER
HY-VEE, MARKET GRILLE
09.2016 - 08.2017
LEAD COOK/SERVER
NO OTHER PUB
02.2016 - 08.2016
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Orlando Culinary Academy
High School Diploma -
North Kansas City High School