Jerry Wilson
Aurora,IL
Summary
Skilled Kitchen Manager knowledgeable about best practices, safe food handling and inventory management.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Assistant
Mary Salazar / DORS
06.2020 - Current
- Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Prepared nutritious meals tailored to client dietary restrictions or preferences, supporting overall health goals.
- Maintained a clean and safe living environment for clients, performing light housekeeping tasks as needed.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
Kitchen Mgr /Line Cook
Gammon Coach House
04.2015 - 02.2024
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen team and service areas for optimal guest experiences.
Chef /Seasonal Worker
Malo’s
01.2005 - 02.2019
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Adapted menus seasonally, incorporating fresh produce to create visually appealing and flavorful dishes.
Education
High School Diploma -
West Aurora High School
Aurora, IL06.1981
Skills
- Strong Work Ethic
- Food Safety
- Inventory Management
- Food Preparation
- Kitchen Management
- Inventory Control
- Waste Reduction
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Vendor Relations
- Sanitation Standards
- Health Code Compliance
- Product Rotation
Timeline
Personal Assistant
Mary Salazar / DORS
06.2020 - Current
Kitchen Mgr /Line Cook
Gammon Coach House
04.2015 - 02.2024
Chef /Seasonal Worker
Malo’s
01.2005 - 02.2019
High School Diploma -
West Aurora High School