Open To Work
Roger Jankowski
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Self-aware Quality Assurance Lab Technician prepared to take the next step with a new food production team. Extensive experience in product inspections, audits, lab testing and customer specification safeguarding. An excellent team player with first-rate verbal and written communication skills.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Romeo's Euro Café
Gilbert, AZ
03.2026 - Current
- Prepared and cooked diverse menu items according to established recipes and presentation standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen stations, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate food service during peak hours efficiently.
- Trained new kitchen staff on proper cooking techniques and safety protocols to enhance team performance.
Prep Cook
Cooper's Hawk Winery and Restaurant
Gilbert, AZ
12.2025 - 03.2026
- Collaborated with chefs to execute menu items while adhering to quality standards.
- Supported the success of daily operations by assisting chefs with ingredient prep work as needed.
- Maintained optimal food quality by adhering to strict guidelines for food safety and sanitation.
Quality Assurance Technician
Midway Staffing - Dulce Food Group
Phoenix, AZ
04.2025 - 10.2025
- Evaluated samples against standards by completing measurements, visual inspections, and other established tests.
- Ensured timely resolution of non-conformance issues by effectively communicating findings to relevant departments and recommending corrective actions.
- Provided regular updates to team leadership on quality metrics by communicating consistency problems or production deficiencies.
- Helped uncover and fix production problems in order to reduce overall defect rates.
Quality Assurance Technician
Nesco Resource - Oats Overnight
Phoenix, AZ
11.2024 - 01.2025
- Conducted thorough inspections of products to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address quality issues and implement corrective actions.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all quality-related activities, facilitating easy access to records when needed.
Prep/Line Cook
Social Hall
Tempe, AZ
12.2023 - 11.2024
- Prep and cook line items for service and special event parties
- Oversee adherence to safety and sanitation protocols
- Maintain and organize inventory of foods and dry goods.
Seafood Quality Assurance Tech 2
Shamrock Foods Company
11.2021 - 10.2023
- Responsible for paperwork and compliance with all regulations and HACCP protocols
- Evaluated accuracy of existing quality assurance measurement techniques, implementing improvements to increase efficacy and reduce errors.
- Drafted reports on quality verification activity outcomes, presenting findings to decision-makers and recommending response efforts.
- Investigated recurring customer complaints, determining source of quality non-conformance incidences and recommending solutions.
Dairy Manufacturing Culture Room
Shamrock Foods Company
09.2020 - 10.2021
- Inspected equipment and machinery for proper working condition and cleaned as needed.
- Maintained thorough inventory and record keeping of supplies.
- Operated filling equipment and ensured detailed labeling of product
Sous Chef
Twist Bistro and Gallery
03.2020 - 09.2020
- Menu and recipe development, facility design/arrangement and overall management assistance during pre-opening of restaurant
- Inventory, ordering, quality control, food safety & sanitation, time management, prep cook, line cook and line management during production.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
Line Cook/Production Lead
Fort McDowell Enterprises - Casino
09.2017 - 02.2020
- Assist in the operation of all 5 food outlets on property in coordination with Executive and Sous Chef
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
Line Cook
Christopher's and Crush Lounge
08.2017 - 09.2017
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
Line Cook
The Boulders Resort & Spa – The Spotted Donkey Cantina
12.2015 - 07.2017
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Lead Steam Pot Chef
Hightide Seafood Bar & Grill
02.2014 - 11.2015
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science - Business Management
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MichiganCulinary Arts
Scottsdale Culinary Institute - Le Cordon Bleu
Scottsdale, Arizona02.2011
Skills
- Results-Oriented
- Quality control knowledge
- Sample Preparation
- Audit inspections
- Quality focus
- Process Inspections
- Quality Issue Identification
- Attentive and Observant
- Finished Goods Inspection
- Safety Compliance
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeContract WorkLocation Preference
On-SiteHybridSalary Range
$52000/yr - $200000/yrCertification
ServeSafe Certification, 19066939, 2/27/25
Timeline
Line Cook
Romeo's Euro Café
03.2026 - Current
Prep Cook
Cooper's Hawk Winery and Restaurant
12.2025 - 03.2026
Quality Assurance Technician
Midway Staffing - Dulce Food Group
04.2025 - 10.2025
Quality Assurance Technician
Nesco Resource - Oats Overnight
11.2024 - 01.2025
Prep/Line Cook
Social Hall
12.2023 - 11.2024
Seafood Quality Assurance Tech 2
Shamrock Foods Company
11.2021 - 10.2023
Dairy Manufacturing Culture Room
Shamrock Foods Company
09.2020 - 10.2021
Sous Chef
Twist Bistro and Gallery
03.2020 - 09.2020
Line Cook/Production Lead
Fort McDowell Enterprises - Casino
09.2017 - 02.2020
Line Cook
Christopher's and Crush Lounge
08.2017 - 09.2017
Line Cook
The Boulders Resort & Spa – The Spotted Donkey Cantina
12.2015 - 07.2017
Lead Steam Pot Chef
Hightide Seafood Bar & Grill
02.2014 - 11.2015
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science - Business Management
Michigan State University
Culinary Arts
Scottsdale Culinary Institute - Le Cordon Bleu