Lionel Joseph
Chalmette,LA
Summary
Detail-oriented prep cook with expertise in safe food handling and efficient multitasking. Committed to maintaining cleanliness and organization in fast-paced kitchen environments.
Dedicated culinary professional with strong skills in teamwork and time management. Proven ability to support kitchen operations by ensuring compliance with health standards and enhancing menu offerings through collaboration with chefs.
Experienced with food preparation, knife handling, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. Utilizes efficient organizational skills to streamline kitchen processes and support chefs. Knowledge of food safety protocols and effective teamwork.
Culinary professional with solid background in food preparation and kitchen operations. Known for maintaining high standards of cleanliness and consistently delivering quality results. Reliable team player who adapts to dynamic kitchen demands and contributes to cohesive work environment with strong knife skills and attention to detail.
Maritime professional prepared for demands of deckhand duties, bringing history of ensuring vessel safety and operational efficiency. Known for reliability in executing maintenance tasks and supporting crew in various capacities. Highly collaborative with focus on achieving results under dynamic conditions, adaptable to needs of team and environment.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Professional mariner with solid experience in maritime operations. Strong skills in vessel maintenance, safety procedures, and navigation. Team-focused, adaptable, and results-driven, ensuring smooth operations and reliability under varying conditions. Known for excellent communication, problem-solving, and proactive approach to tasks.
Culinary support professional prepared for efficient kitchen operations and cleanliness maintenance. Experience in assisting chefs, maintaining hygiene standards, and supporting meal preparation. Reliable team player with strong focus on collaboration and flexibility to meet dynamic demands. Known for organizational skills and attention to detail.
Experienced with assisting in meal preparation and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. Utilizes teamwork to support smooth kitchen operations and ensure compliance with hygiene standards. Knowledge of effective communication and adaptability in fast-paced environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Prep Cook
Two Sisters Cafe
New Orleans, LA
09.2025 - 01.2026
- Prepared ingredients according to recipes and specifications for efficient meal service.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen stations to ensure compliance with health standards.
- Assisted in inventory management, tracking supplies to minimize waste and optimize ordering processes.
- Collaborated with chefs to develop new menu items, enhancing culinary offerings based on seasonal ingredients.
- Oversaw daily kitchen operations, ensuring timely meal delivery and adherence to quality standards.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
Deckhand/Galley Hand/Contractor
Express Staffing
Metairie, LA
01.2019 - 02.2025
- Operated and maintained deck machinery to ensure safe vessel operations.
- Assisted in loading and unloading cargo, prioritizing safety protocols.
- Monitored environmental conditions to support efficient navigation and docking procedures.
- Collaborated with crew members to execute daily maintenance tasks on deck equipment.
- Operated and maintained kitchen equipment to ensure smooth food preparation processes.
- Assisted chefs in meal preparation, adhering to safety and hygiene standards.
- Managed inventory of supplies, ensuring timely replenishment for kitchen operations.
- Coordinated daily cleaning and sanitation tasks to uphold food safety compliance.
- Managed multiple construction projects, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.
- Supervised subcontractors, maintaining high-quality workmanship and compliance with safety standards.
- Managed multiple simultaneous projects, ensuring timely completion without sacrificing quality or exceeding budgets.
- Kept site work safe and in line with budget, schedule, and applicable building codes.
Deckhand
Offshore Contract Services
New Orleans, LA
08.2014 - 09.2014
- Assisted in vessel maintenance and cleaning to ensure safety and operational readiness.
- Operated deck machinery, including winches and cranes, following safety protocols.
- Collaborated with crew members to execute docking and mooring procedures efficiently.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment and safety gear to maintain compliance standards.
- Communicated clearly, concisely and politely with passengers and crew members.
- Followed safety protocols and procedures to prevent accidents.
Truck Unloader
Browns Dairy
Metairie, LA
05.2014 - 07.2014
- Operated equipment to unload and organize dairy products efficiently.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards in unloading areas.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline unloading processes.
- Inspected products for quality control during unloading operations.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks and shelves by hand.
- Sorted and properly arranged items.
Truck Loader
Grift Steel
Metairie, LA
06.2012 - 10.2013
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to load steel products efficiently.
- Conducted quality inspections to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize loading processes and reduce delays.
- Maintained accurate inventory records during loading operations.
- Responded promptly to equipment malfunctions, minimizing downtime during shifts.
- Loaded and strapped shipments into place on trucks.
- Adhered to all safety regulations while performing loading tasks in fast-paced environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Landry Alternative
Gretna, LA05-2011
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Cleaning and organization
- Customer service
- Safe food handling
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Efficient multitasking
- Food handling
- Food preparation
- Following instructions
- Cleanliness
- Quick-learning
- Highly motivated
- Dependable and reliable
- Physical fitness and stamina
- Knot tying expertise
- Line handling proficiency
- Rigging systems
- Safety procedures
- Cleaning vessels
- Lifting and moving cargo
- Food safety
- First aid training
- Kitchen cleaning and maintenance
- Punctual and reliable
- Team collaboration
- Dedicated work ethic
- Workplace health and safety
Timeline
Prep Cook
Two Sisters Cafe
09.2025 - 01.2026
Deckhand/Galley Hand/Contractor
Express Staffing
01.2019 - 02.2025
Deckhand
Offshore Contract Services
08.2014 - 09.2014
Truck Unloader
Browns Dairy
05.2014 - 07.2014
Truck Loader
Grift Steel
06.2012 - 10.2013
High School Diploma -
Landry Alternative