Leonard M. Jones
Hackensack, NJ 07601
Objective Hardworking, efficient cook with managerial skills and
more than 20 years experience in the restaurant industry.
Knowledgeable in proper food preparation and handling.
ServSafe certified in food protection management.
Interested in obtaining a position where I can learn and
grow within an organization
Key Skills Back of the house operations, budget and cost control,
team building training and supervising, safety sanitation
and quality control, vendor and inventory management and
P&L Management.
Experience 2004 - 2009 Red Robin Clifton, NJ
Kitchen Manager
. Preparing weekly schedule for kitchen staff
. Ordering food products, cleaning chemicals and supplies
. Maintaining Inventory of all food supplies
. Managing labor and food cost
. Preparing daily PARS and prep list for cook staff
. Ensuring kitchen is sanitary and safe work environment
. Line cook support when necessary
1987 - 2004 Tin Alley Grill/Ground Round
Hackensack,NJ
Broiler Cook
. Broiled poultry, seafood, and steak orders
. Follow recipes for menu items; soups, dips and sauces
. Prepared light saut for sauces and menu items
. Thoroughly cleaned broiler weekly, breaking down all
compartments
Kitchen Supervisor/Certified Trainer
. Trained all cooks and management trainees on food
preparation and new menu items.
. Supervised cooks to ensure orders were completed in a
timely fashion
. Ordered food and supplies in the absence of the kitchen
manager
. Fill-in for line cooks during busy period
. Managed work schedule for cooks including breaks and
vacations
Fryer/Prep Cook
. Prep of all food items to specifications
. Prepared salads, sandwiches hot and cold wraps
. Responsible for cooking all fried food which included;
chicken, french fries, and some vegetables
Education 2007 ServSafe Certification American National
Standard Institute
1976-1980 Hackensack High School
Hackensack, NJ
High School Diploma
References available upon request