James Bogar, Jr.
St. Apt *
Newark, N.J. 07107
I would like to explore the possibility of employment. The enclosed resume will provide you with information regarding my skills, employment history, and educational back ground.
Throughout my career, I have proven my ability to work effectively with management and staff at all levels of experience. I am eager, energetic, and ambitious person, with a goal to excel and succeed. I have monitored personnel, prioritized multiple assignments, and delivered results under deadline pressure. My interpersonal skills enable me to work with personnel on all levels and I am always willing to lend assistance to others when needed. I am able top work independently or as part of a team. Because of my desire to continually grow and experience change, I welcome opportunities to learn new skills.
I am interested in obtaining a position that will effectively utilize my experience while providing opportunities for personal growth. I am dedicated, conscientious, and I enjoy the challenge and the responsibility of a demanding position. Although my resume presents my qualifications, I would appreciate having the opportunity to discuss with you in detail how my skills, experience, and determination can best contribute to your department.
Thank you for your consideration!
Sincerely,
James Bogar, Jr.
JAMES BOGAR JR.
689 S. 17TH ST APT.3
NEWARK, NJ 07107
Email: J **********@*******.***
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATION:D iversely experienced individual in Food Service and Hospitality related to corporate and restaurant organizations. Awarded and recognized for leadership and achieving results. A true leader who is calm under pressure, confident, and adept in problem solving. Committed team player with finely tuned interpersonal and communication skills. Extensive knowledge of the various functions of academic corporate institutions. A quick study with strong work ethics and exceptional time management skills.
EDUCATION
9/1984-6/1988
SETON HALL PREP- WEST ORANGE, NJ
GED
5/2006-9/2006
BERGEN COMMUNITY COLLEGE - HACKENSACK, NJ
Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Desktop Publisher, Excel Charting NATIONAL RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION
ServSafe Certified/10-1-2012
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
1/2014-6/2015
LAROUGE RESTAURANT & LOUNGE, NEWARK, N.J.
Exe. CHEF
● Overseeing all executive functions of the Kitchen
● Ensuring all Food Sanitation Health requirements are being adhered
● Creating Menu Specifications & Cuisine Specialties 3/2013-1/2014
JOES CRAB SHACK, CLIFTON & NEWARK, N.J.
Grill, Saute Cook
● Heavy Volume Line Work
● Multi-Tasked Orientation
9/2012-3/2013
SODEXO, INC. SUMMIT, N.J.
● Corporate Food Production
● Preparation of daily and weekly specials
7/2012-9/2012
AMC MULTI-CINEMA/DINE-IN THEATRE, INC. W EST ORANGE,N.J. Gill Cook/Pizza Cook
● Line work/Very High Volume Production
11/2007-9/2012
CAREER CENTER, INC. U NION, N.J.
Saute Cook-1st Cook
● Prep and prepare weekly Theme Menu
● Operate multiple burners in fast paced corporate setting 12/2010-2/2011
DAVE & BUSTERS MANAGMENT NEW YORK CITY, N.Y.
Saute/Pizza Cook
● Line work/Very High Volume Production
● Operate multiple burners in a fast paced Restaurant setting OBJECTIVE T o obtain a challenging position in the Customer Service and or Food Service industry where i can utilize my experience and meaningfully contribute to the organization’s vission and mission.