Jacob Swanson
Saint Paul
Summary
I'm a dependable food service professional with extensive experience as a line cook in fast-paced kitchens. I take pride in preparing quality food, maintaining high food safety standards, and working as part of a strong team. I'm passionate about using my culinary skills to support nonprofit food programs and help expand access to nutritious meals while treating every person with dignity and respect.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
AllSaints
02.2025 - Current
- Prepared high-quality ingredients and dishes in fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Supervised junior cooks, fostering skill development and teamwork within the kitchen.
- Streamlined food preparation processes, improving overall kitchen efficiency and output quality.
- Boosted employee morale through positive attitude, willingness to assist others when needed.
Line Cook
Flagstaff House Restaurant
09.2021 - 10.2024
- Conducted training sessions for new line cooks on culinary techniques, recipe adherence, and safety protocols
- Ensured compliance with food safety standards by implementing thorough temperature monitoring and precise labeling of prepared foods.
- Prepared and cooked a variety of dishes according to recipes, quality standards, and presentation guidelines
- Maintained a clean and organized work station, following sanitation guidelines at all times
- Operated various kitchen equipment such as grills, fryers, ovens, etc., ensuring their proper functioning
- Worked efficiently under pressure during busy service periods to meet customer demands without compromising quality
Prep Cook
Spanky's stone & hearth
05.2020 - 08.2021
- Followed proper food handling procedures to minimize waste and maintain freshness
- Assembled ingredients accurately according to specified portion sizes or recipe instructions
- Assisted chefs in food preparation tasks to maintain kitchen workflow and efficiency.
Education
Trade school - Culinary Arts
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts-Boulder
Boulder, CO11-2022
Skills
- Culinary Experience
- Food Safety
- Hospitality
- Food Preparation
- Time management
- Inventory management
- Team collaboration
Certification
Food Handler Certification
Timeline
Line Cook
AllSaints
02.2025 - Current
Line Cook
Flagstaff House Restaurant
09.2021 - 10.2024
Prep Cook
Spanky's stone & hearth
05.2020 - 08.2021
Trade school - Culinary Arts
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts-Boulder