Nicholai Simon
Manitou Springs,CO
Summary
A hard worker who is prepared to get the job done. With multiple vocations under the belt, no task is unachievable. Bringing prior experience to the table, as well as a willingness to learn new things helps make an efficient employee as well as a team player.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
The Keg Lounge In Manitou Springs
05.2022 - 04.2024
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Maintained well-organized prep to keep work consistent.
- Cultivated a positive work culture among kitchen staff through open communication lines and mutual respect within the team.
- Having an open kitchen helped create a chef to customer relation, improving quality and satisfaction within the establishment.
Farmer/General Laborer
Various Locations
09.2020 - 03.2022
- Maintained and repaired various farming equipment.
- Ensured timely planting and harvesting schedules for maximum productivity and minimal waste.
- Maintained and transported bees between different apiaries along the west coast.
- Involved in large scale carpentry, including bat boxes, chicken coops, fire mitigation, storage spaces ect.
Shift Leader
All Year Paint & Gutters
06.2017 - 03.2019
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment while ensuring all employees adhered to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
Kitchen Manager
Stagecoach Inn
08.2011 - 06.2017
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen team and service areas for optimal guest experiences.
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Worked under both ownerships of the establishment through the transition.
Education
GED -
Palmer High School
Colorado Springs, CO05.2014
Skills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Knife Skills
- Cooking techniques
- Food quality
- Workflow Optimization
- Positive Attitude
- Problem-Solving
Timeline
Chef
The Keg Lounge In Manitou Springs
05.2022 - 04.2024
Farmer/General Laborer
Various Locations
09.2020 - 03.2022
Shift Leader
All Year Paint & Gutters
06.2017 - 03.2019
Kitchen Manager
Stagecoach Inn
08.2011 - 06.2017
GED -
Palmer High School
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