Jeffrey Provenzo
Omaha
Summary
To obtain a position utilizing my experience as a cook, manager or cashier in a fast-paced environment
Hardworking fast food professional offering dynamic skill set including various food preparation techniques. Brings several years of experience to hardworking food service teams. Committed to maintaining clean, efficient kitchens and smooth food prep operations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Prep Cook/Line Cook
Burger Theory
Omaha
07.2024 - Current
- Prep cook/line Cook.
- Open the restaurant, set up the buffet line, set up the line in the kitchen, prep all items to standard, change fryers, other detailed cleaning tasks, truck orders, running the line during the day shift by myself.
Line Cook
Buffalo Wild Wings
Omaha
05.2023 - 08.2024
- Prepared ingredients and dishes according to menu specifications and recipes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and equipment.
- Assisted in training new kitchen staff on food preparation techniques.
- Operated kitchen equipment, such as grills, fryers, and ovens efficiently.
- Adapted quickly to menu changes and special requests from customers.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
- Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
- Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
Buffalo Wild Wings
Omaha
05.2023 - 08.2024
- Lead and train team members in cooking, detailed cleaning and other assigned tasks, running the line sometimes by myself and guiding team members to create and effective and efficient kitchen, putting the truck orders away, prepping items that are needed, providing excellent food (presentation and taste), going above and beyond while working at a high rate of speed.
Kitchen Manager
Applebee's
06.2021 - 04.2023
- Started off as a line cook and was promoted to kitchen manager.
- My job duties were: hiring people, overseeing all of the employees, making the schedule, truck ordering, bookkeeping, inventory, making sure food costs stayed where we needed it, everything was Eco-Sure approved in order to pass an inspection, and more.
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and service.
- Managed inventory levels to maintain quality ingredients and reduce waste.
- Implemented health and safety standards in food handling and storage processes.
- Trained new employees on kitchen procedures and equipment usage.
- Coordinated with front-of-house staff for timely food delivery and customer satisfaction.
- Oversaw daily cleaning schedules to uphold sanitation standards in the kitchen area.
- Resolved staff conflicts by promoting teamwork and effective communication among crew members.
- Oversaw daily operations of the kitchen including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes and plate presentation.
- Performed weekly inventories of food items stored in refrigerators or freezers.
- Trained new kitchen staff on proper food handling techniques and safety regulations.
- Created weekly schedules for kitchen staff members based on anticipated business volume.
- Promoted an atmosphere of teamwork among kitchen staff members by fostering open communication between team members.
- Ordered ingredients and supplies to maintain adequate inventory levels for the kitchen.
- Inspected equipment regularly to identify necessary repairs or replacements.
Customer Service Cashier
Buy 4 Less
Oklahoma City
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Processed customer transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and product information.
- Maintained accurate cash drawer balances throughout shifts.
- Kept the hot and cold items stocked for lunch and dinner hours.
Assistant Manager
Buffalo Wild Wings
Moore/Edmond
03.2018 - 01.2021
- Prepare food for customers at a fast pace with high quality, close and open the kitchen, handle food in a safe manner, clean the kitchen, prep/portion food for the day, and work as a team with my fellow coworkers.
- As the Assistant Manager, I perform many tasks: hiring and firing employees, overseeing all of the employees, making schedules, bookkeeping, inventory, ordering, running p.o.s systems, handling money, bank runs, ect..
- Assisted in training staff on company policies and customer service standards.
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth restaurant functioning and guest satisfaction.
- Coordinated team schedules to optimize staffing during peak hours.
- Supported inventory management by tracking supplies and placing orders as needed.
- Addressed customer complaints promptly to maintain a positive dining atmosphere.
- Conducted staff performance evaluations to provide constructive feedback and support development.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in dining areas to uphold brand standards.
- Supervised daily operations including scheduling shifts, assigning duties.
- Resolved conflicts between team members in an effective manner.
- Collaborated with management on developing strategic plans for achieving business goals.
Cook and cashier
L&L Hawaiian BBQ
Las Vegas
01.2017 - 03.2018
- Prepared and cooked Hawaiian dishes following traditional recipes.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and adhered to food safety standards.
- Managed inventory and restocked supplies to ensure smooth operations.
- Opened and closed the restaurant.
- Was responsible for handling money
- Assisted in training new staff on cooking techniques and safety protocols.
- Monitored cooking times and temperatures for optimal food quality.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently during meal service.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
L&L Hawaiian BBQ
Las Vegas
01.2017 - 03.2018
- Prepare food for customers from an eclectic menu, provide cashier service handling money and providing customer service.
Cashier and cook
Chipotle Grill
Lincoln
07.2016 - 12.2016
- Processed customer transactions with accuracy and efficiency.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the dining area and cashier station.
- Assisted customers with menu selections and provided product recommendations.
- Prepped items at a high speed.
- Ran the line with fellow team members.
- Resolved customer inquiries and concerns with professionalism and care.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
- Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
Chipotle
Lincoln
07.2016 - 12.2016
- Prepare food for customers in the line providing quality control when food left the line, prepped food for the whole day, worked as cashier handling money and providing customer service.
Cashier
Pump & Pantry
York
01.2016 - 05.2016
- Processed customer transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Maintained accurate cash drawer throughout shift to ensure proper funds management.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and provided product information as needed.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of checkout area for optimal customer experience.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
Assistant Manager
Casey's General store
Fairmont
12.2013 - 12.2015
- Started as a cook/cashier that worked on assembling pizzas, working with the public in money exchange, customer service.
- I was then promoted to assistant manager, continuing customer service by yielding customer complaints, making deposits, and upkeep of the store, book-keeping, inventory, bank runs, hiring new employees and conducting interviews, and maintaining a safe work environment while making sure everyone's job gets done.
S.E.I. Millwrights
Lincoln
08.2011 - 12.2013
- Work on a traveling crew assisting in building farming equipment such as corn silos
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Sustainable Culinary Management
Metropolitan Community College
Omaha, NE 02.2025 - 09.2025
St John's Military School -
St John's Military School
Skills
- Culinary techniques
- Food safety standards
- Inventory management
- Team leadership
- Customer service
- Time management
- Equipment operation
- Staff training
- Foodservice sanitation
- Kitchen organization
- Chopping vegetables
- Vegetable washing
- Baking techniques
- Preparation speed
- Following instructions
- Sanitation practices
- Proper portioning
- Recipe reading
- Measuring ingredients
- Efficient multitasking
- Ingredient preparation
- Seasoning knowledge
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Recipe adherence
- Food plating
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Cleanliness
- Food cost control
- Heavy lifting
- Basic cooking techniques
- Highly motivated
- Policy and procedure compliance
- Food presentation
- Temperature monitoring
- Safe food handling
- Vegetable prep
- Menu adaptation
- Equipment sanitation
- Measurements and weights
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Inventory stocking
- Kitchen operations
- Order delivery practices
- Attention to detail
- Effective prioritization
- Knife skills
- Cutting and slicing techniques
- Recipe preparation
- Adherence to recipes
- Cross-contamination prevention
- Cleaning and organization
- Dependable and reliable
- Portion control
- Active listener
- Safe food handling procedures
Timeline
Associate of Applied Science - Sustainable Culinary Management
Metropolitan Community College
02.2025 - 09.2025
Prep Cook/Line Cook
Burger Theory
07.2024 - Current
Buffalo Wild Wings
05.2023 - 08.2024
Line Cook
Buffalo Wild Wings
05.2023 - 08.2024
Kitchen Manager
Applebee's
06.2021 - 04.2023
Customer Service Cashier
Buy 4 Less
01.2021 - 05.2021
Assistant Manager
Buffalo Wild Wings
03.2018 - 01.2021
Cook and cashier
L&L Hawaiian BBQ
01.2017 - 03.2018
L&L Hawaiian BBQ
01.2017 - 03.2018
Cashier and cook
Chipotle Grill
07.2016 - 12.2016
Chipotle
07.2016 - 12.2016
Cashier
Pump & Pantry
01.2016 - 05.2016
Assistant Manager
Casey's General store
12.2013 - 12.2015
S.E.I. Millwrights
08.2011 - 12.2013
St John's Military School -
St John's Military School