Patrick Ayers
Jacksonville,Florida
Summary
Detail-oriented team contributor with exceptional organizational skills and a proven track record of managing multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a high level of accuracy. Adept at prioritizing tasks to meet tight deadlines, ensuring all objectives are achieved without compromising quality. Committed to fostering collaboration and driving results in fast-paced environments, consistently delivering on expectations and contributing to team success. Passionate about leveraging skills to enhance operational efficiency and support organizational goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Cavalry Scout
Florida Army National Guard
Florida
07.2025 - Current
- Conducted reconnaissance missions to gather intelligence and assess enemy positions.
- Utilized advanced navigation tools for terrain analysis and route planning.
- Analyzed battlefield data to inform strategic decision-making during operations.
- Implemented risk assessments to mitigate potential threats during missions.
- Communicated updates on task completion to supervisors, maintaining smooth operations.
Saute Chef
O-Ku
Jacksonville Beach, FL
06.2022 - Current
- Led kitchen team in preparing high-quality sautéed dishes, ensuring consistency and flavor integrity.
- Developed and executed seasonal menu items, enhancing guest dining experiences and restaurant offerings.
- Trained and mentored junior chefs on sauté techniques, fostering skill development and teamwork.
- Streamlined kitchen operations to improve efficiency during peak service hours, reducing wait times.
- Researched emerging culinary trends to innovate menu options that attracted new clientele.
Line Cook/Operations Manager
First Watch
Jacksonville, Florida
06.2021 - 04.2022
- Operated kitchen equipment including flat top, melter, ovens and meat slicer safely to avoid injuries.
- Coordinated assignments of cooking personnel to ensure economical use of food and timely preparation.
- Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes, and garnishing and presentation of food to ensure that food is prepared and presented in an acceptable manner.
- Monitored budgets and payroll records, and review financial transactions to ensure that expenditures are authorized and budgeted.
- Monitored compliance with health regulations regarding food preparation and serving, and building maintenance in dining facilities.
- Counted money at the beginning and end of business day, and made bank deposits.
- Investigated and resolve complaints regarding food quality, service, or accommodations.
- Scheduled and receive food and beverage deliveries, checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Maintain and keep record of food and equipment inventories.
Line Cook
Domu
Jacksonville, Florida
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Prepared for each shift by installing clean cutting boards and utensil baths at workstation.
- Operated kitchen equipment including flat top, boiler, ovens and stove safely to avoid injuries.
- Sanitized cooking stations.
- In charge of stock control and rotation to ensure the kitchen is always well stocked.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sandalwood High School
Jacksonville, Florida01.2014
Skills
- Catering experience
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Firearms maintenance
- Vehicle maintenance
- Physical fitness
- Radio communications
- Intelligence gathering
Timeline
Cavalry Scout
Florida Army National Guard
07.2025 - Current
Saute Chef
O-Ku
06.2022 - Current
Line Cook/Operations Manager
First Watch
06.2021 - 04.2022
Line Cook
Domu
08.2020 - 05.2021
High School Diploma -
Sandalwood High School