Jeffrey Kimball
Kingston,PA
Summary
Dedicated line cook with proven expertise in time management, food safety, and problem-solving. Committed to maintaining a clean workspace and supporting team success during peak hours.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Grotto's Pizza
Wilkes-Barre, PA
08.2025 - Current
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of workstations throughout shifts.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely order completion during peak hours.
- Monitored inventory levels, assisting in restocking supplies as needed to prevent shortages.
- Contributed to a positive team environment by communicating effectively with coworkers.
Line Cook
Holiday Inn
Wilkes-Barre, PA
05.2021 - 08.2025
- Adapted quickly to changing menu items and special requests from customers.
- Supported training of new staff on kitchen procedures and best practices for efficiency.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep tasks and effectively organizing workstations.
- Supported head chef during high-volume periods by efficiently executing complex tasks with precision under pressure.
- Boosted employee morale through positive attitude, willingness to assist others when needed.
- Demonstrated proficiency in using various kitchen equipment safely for efficient food preparation.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Assisted in inventory management by accurately tracking supplies and placing orders as needed.
- Assisted in training of new line cooks, ensuring they met kitchen's high standards quickly.
- Collaborated with chef to develop new menu items, leading to increased diner interest and sales.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
Luzerne County Community College
Nanticoke, PASkills
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Active listener
- Food preparation
- Problem-solving
- Food safety knowledge
- Inventory management
- Crew training
Timeline
Line Cook
Grotto's Pizza
08.2025 - Current
Line Cook
Holiday Inn
05.2021 - 08.2025
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
Luzerne County Community College