Nickolas Jones
Henderson
Summary
Dedicated line cook with extensive experience in high-volume meal preparation in fast-paced kitchens. Proficient in operating various kitchen equipment and adhering to strict food safety standards. Consistently maintains organized workstations and effectively adapts to evolving menu requirements.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Hot Foods Cook Chef
HMSHost
Las Vegas
08.2022 - 05.2026
- Prepared high-quality hot meals in fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Operated kitchen equipment, including grills, fryers, and ovens efficiently.
- Checked temperatures of all cooked foods regularly to ensure proper cooking temperature was maintained.
- Followed food safety guidelines to ensure safe food handling practices.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of cooking stations throughout shifts.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate meal preparation and service.
- Adapted to changing menu items and special requests from customers effectively.
Line Cook
Railroad Pass Casino
Henderson
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Prepared food on the line by cutting, mixing, and making sauces to meet menu requirements.
- Cooked items on the line by grilling, frying, and sautéing according to quality guidelines and standardized recipes.
- Set up cook stations and stocked with essential prep supplies for efficient service.
Line Cook
the Lodge
Las Vegas
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Executed food preparation on the line by cutting, mixing, and making sauces to ensure consistent quality.
- Cooked items on the line by grilling, frying, and sautéing according to quality guidelines and standardized recipes.
- Prepared cook stations with essential supplies for efficient meal service.
Line Cook
Remedy's Tavern
Henderson
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Cooked items on the line by grilling, frying, chopping, sautéing, and broiling according to quality guidelines and standardized recipes.
- Prepared food on the line by cutting, mixing, chopping, and making sauces to meet service demands.
- Set up cook stations and stocked with essential prep supplies to ensure efficient workflow.
Line Cook
Sonic Drive in
Henderson
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Executed food preparation on the line through cutting, mixing, chopping, and crafting sauces to support timely meal delivery.
- Cooked items on the line by grilling, frying, chopping, sautéing, and broiling according to quality standards and recipes to maintain consistency.
- Organized cooking stations with necessary supplies to enhance service efficiency. with essential supplies to ensure efficient service.
Labor Packer handler/ Machine Operator
Letica Corp
Las Vegas
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Operated packaging machinery to efficiently pack products for shipment.
- Pulled, stacked, and wrapped products per daily orders, preparing pallets for shipment.
- Inspected finished goods for quality and compliance with specifications.
- Fulfilled customer orders promptly while maintaining organized product separation and rotation. Monitored product quality and reported issues to enhance safety.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and organized workspace.
Education
Naval Electronics Tech Schools -
Naval Electronics Tech Schools
Great Lakes, ILNaval Electronics E-Spas C School - certification
Naval Electronics E-Spas C School
Norfolk, VADiploma -
Thornton Township High School
Harvey, ILSkills
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Food plating techniques
- Grilling expertise
- Temperature control
- Menu adaptation
- Workflow efficiency
- Adaptability in fast-paced environments
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Independent work ability
- Culinary trend awareness
- Work ethic
Timeline
Hot Foods Cook Chef
HMSHost
08.2022 - 05.2026
Line Cook
Railroad Pass Casino
01.2021 - 01.2022
Line Cook
the Lodge
01.2019 - 01.2021
Line Cook
Remedy's Tavern
01.2017 - 01.2019
Line Cook
Sonic Drive in
01.2017 - 01.2018
Labor Packer handler/ Machine Operator
Letica Corp
01.2015 - 01.2017
Naval Electronics Tech Schools -
Naval Electronics Tech Schools
Naval Electronics E-Spas C School - certification
Naval Electronics E-Spas C School
Diploma -
Thornton Township High School