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SHAWN JENSEN

SHAWN JENSEN

Loose Creek,MO

Summary

I am an energetic cook with almost 17 years of professional experience in the culinary and kitchen environment. I pride myself on demonstrating strong leadership qualities and maintaining a high level of professionalism. My approach involves a continuous willingness to learn and a drive to exceed expectations in setting new trends. With classical training, I am dedicated to consistently delivering world-class food and exceptional dining experiences. Customer satisfaction is a top priority, and I always strive to elevate standards while inspiring my team members to adopt a similar mindset. I have established a strong reputation for fostering an environment of excellence and ambition within the kitchen. During my tenure at SSM Health, I cultivated a diverse skill set through a range of responsibilities. I became proficient in preparing a wide variety of both hot and cold meals, always ensuring adherence to stringent patient safety standards and specific dietary requirements. Furthermore, my experience includes leading catering and event services, where I effectively managed inventory, placed necessary orders, and ensured proper stock rotation. I also excel at maintaining efficiency while overseeing various lines and stations.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Carpet Cleaner

Steamatic of Kansas City
  • - Lead Carpet Cleaner
  • - Strong Work Ethic and Communication Skills
  • - Maintained Vehicles and Equipment
  • - Strong Customer Relations
  • - Networked For Brand and Business Growth
  • - Strong Sales Skills and New Client Acquisitions

Lead Cook

SSM Health
01.2021 - Current
  • Excellent Communication Within a Team
  • Diligent Adherence To All Health, Food Safety, And Sanitation Standards
  • Proficient Knife Skills
  • Experience In Catering And Event Execution
  • Capability To Serve Over 120 Patients
  • Efficient Inventory Management
  • Strong Time Management Abilities
  • Expertise In Preparing And Cooking Food Items According To Recipes
  • Comprehensive Food Preparation Skills
  • Experience In Preparing Food Specifically For Doctor Lounges
  • Consistent Adherence To Patient Diet Guidelines

Line Cook

Coltons
01.2021 - 01.2021
  • - Line Cook
  • - Food Prep
  • - Maintain and Run Salad Station
  • - Hand Batter and Deep Fry Station
  • - Strong Pace Controlling Lines and Stations
  • - Excellent Communication Skills With Team
  • - Following All Health, Food Safety, and Sanitation Standards

Owner/Operator

KC Black Car Service
01.2014 - 01.2021
  • - Manage, Book and Schedule Clients
  • - Drive Clients and Complete Trips
  • - Manage and Maintain All Vehicles to Safety Standards For Operating
  • - Manage and Maintain Financial Responsibility For Operating
  • - Marketed and Networked Business Brand and Growth

Owner/Operator

Jensen Carpet Cleaning
01.2009 - 01.2014
  • - Managed Business schedules
  • - Managed and Maintained Financials
  • - Cleaned Carpet, Furniture, and Rugs
  • - Maintained Vehicles and Equipment
  • - Ordered All Supplies and Chemicals
  • - Strong Customer Relations
  • - Marketed and Networked Business Brand and Growth

Contract Driver

Kansas City Star
01.2001 - 01.2014
  • - Managed Client List
  • - Delivered all News Publications 365 Days Per Year
  • - Maintenance of Delivery Vehicles
  • - Managed Delivery Efficiency and Deadlines
  • - Controlled Payroll and Scheduling of Other Carriers

Lead Cook/Assistant Manager

IHOP
01.1997 - 01.1999
  • - Managed All Workflow Procedures implemented by GM
  • - Maintained Good Communication Skills and Strong Work Ethic
  • - Supervised Employees and Day to Day Tasks
  • - Provided Customer Support
  • - Setup and Stocked Food and Supplies
  • - Maintain and Manage Freezers and Walk In’s
  • - Followed All Health and Sanitation Procedures
  • - Cooked on Grilling, Frying, Sauteing, Broilers, Flattop Griddles, Egg Station, and Other Cooking Methods and Standards Based on Menu
  • - Food Quality Control
  • - Managed Cash Drawers and Morning Bank Deposits
  • - Followed all Food Safety Procedures

Marine Culinary Cook

United States Marines
01.1993 - 01.1997
  • - 1993, Basic Training and Attended Marine Culinary School
  • - 1993/1994, Stationed at Camp Lejeune, NC Battalion Mess Hall – Marine Cook
  • - 1995, Served in 29 Palms Field Mess Hall, Mojave Desert – Marine Cook
  • - 1996, Stationed on the USS Austin in Bakery – Marine Baker
  • - 1997, Stationed at US Naval Base Panama Mess Hall – Marine Cook
  • Marine Cook/Baker During all 4 Years in Marines. Sanitation Certification and Annual Recertification. Cooked and Prepped all Food to Serve 800 to 2000 Marines Daily. When working on Ship at Sea in Bakery I was responsible for making all bread, desserts, cakes, pastries, etc. from scratch.

Lead Cook/Cook Trainer

IHOP
01.1991 - 01.1993
  • - Strong Leadership and Team Building Skills
  • - Setup and Stocked Food and Supplies
  • - Maintain and Manage Freezers and Walk In’s
  • - Followed All Health and Sanitation Procedures
  • - Cooked on Grilling, Frying, Sauteing, Broilers, Flattop Griddles, Egg Station, and Other Cooking Methods and Standards Based on Menu
  • - Food Quality Control

Line Cook

IHOP
01.1989 - 01.1991
  • - Setup and Stocked Food and Supplies
  • - Maintain and Manage Freezers and Walk In’s
  • - Followed All Health and Sanitation Procedures
  • - Cooked on Grilling, Frying, Sauteing, Broilers, Flattop Griddles, Egg Station, and Other Cooking Methods and Standards Based on Menu
  • - Food Quality Control

Food Prep/Dishwasher

IHOP
01.1987 - 01.1989
  • - Dishwasher
  • - Food Prep for Line Cooks
  • - Managed Salad Bar
  • - 1989 Trained for Line Cook position
  • - Maintained Strong Work Ethic and Communication Skills

Education

Marine Culinary School - undefined

01.1993

High School Diploma - undefined

JC Harmon High School
Kansas City, KS
01.1991

Skills

  • Knowledge of Food Chemistry
  • Creative and Innovative
  • Strong Leadership
  • Solution Oriented with Exceptional Critical Thinking
  • Excellent Communication Skills
  • Exceptional at Multi-Tasking, and Prioritizing
  • Cost Control and Analysis
  • Inventory Rotation and Food Safety
  • Mastered Baking Techniques
  • Scheduling
  • Dependable
  • Portion Sizing, Precision, and Presentation
  • Microsoft Office 360
  • Collaboration
  • Excellent Time Management and Attention to Detail
  • Knife Handling Skills and Techniques
  • Speed Prepping
  • Works Well Under Pressure with Timely Execution
  • Good Trouble Shooter and Problem Solver
  • Strong Work Ethic, Self-Motivated, and Hard Working
  • Superior Level of Professionalism
  • Exceptional Ability to Teach and Train

Timeline

Lead Cook

SSM Health
01.2021 - Current

Line Cook

Coltons
01.2021 - 01.2021

Owner/Operator

KC Black Car Service
01.2014 - 01.2021

Owner/Operator

Jensen Carpet Cleaning
01.2009 - 01.2014

Contract Driver

Kansas City Star
01.2001 - 01.2014

Lead Cook/Assistant Manager

IHOP
01.1997 - 01.1999

Marine Culinary Cook

United States Marines
01.1993 - 01.1997

Lead Cook/Cook Trainer

IHOP
01.1991 - 01.1993

Line Cook

IHOP
01.1989 - 01.1991

Food Prep/Dishwasher

IHOP
01.1987 - 01.1989

Lead Carpet Cleaner

Steamatic of Kansas City

Marine Culinary School - undefined

High School Diploma - undefined

JC Harmon High School
SHAWN JENSEN