Ethan Jones
Knoxville
Summary
Diligent Cook possessing excellent cooking skills and strong knowledge of food safety. Proficient in maintaining well-stocked, organized, and clean kitchen areas to maximize productivity. Dedicated team player with punctual nature and open communication style dedicated to working hard.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Nexus Indian Oaks
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Measured, weighed, and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
- Planned menus complying with established health guidelines and budget limitations.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Cooked meals according to administrative policies, health code regulations and food service standards.
Bakery Associate
Panera Bread
12.2024 - 07.2025
- Commercial baking & dough preparation.
- Following recipes & maintaining consistency.
- Time management & efficiency in fast-paced settings.
Pastry Prep-Cook
Perilla Steakhouse
07.2024 - 11.2024
- Developed and executed recipes for house-made ice creams and sorbets, experimenting with seasonal flavors and ingredients.
- Supported the pastry chef during busy service periods, maintaining efficiency and quality in dessert preparation and service.
Pastry Prep-Cook
Obélix
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Conducted daily inventory checks and assisted with ordering ingredients as needed.
- Assisted in the preparation and baking of various pastries, desserts, and breads.
- Prepared and measured ingredients for pastry doughs, fillings, and frostings.
Cook
Le Bouchon
06.2022 - 07.2023
- Assisted in the preparation and cooking of various dishes and desserts, ensuring quality and presentation.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the back kitchen station.
- Collaborated with cooks to streamline service during rushes.
Prep-Cook
Rustic Goat
03.2020 - 09.2020
- Assisted in daily food prep and ensured timely delivery of ingredients to the line.
- Kept a good track of cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and workstations.
- Followed recipes and completed tasks in a timely manner.
Network Engineer
Charleston County School District
05.2020 - 07.2020
- Collaborated with staff to domain chrome books for the coming year of online learning.
- Worked on campus repairing printers, computers, servers, anything that needed repaired.
- Completed work orders from teachers troubleshooting equipment.
Electronics Associate
Walmart
06.2017 - 03.2020
- Communicated with customers to help meet their needs with given electronics.
- Displayed time management working while going to school.
- Effectively managed inventory and organized retail displays.
Education
High School Diploma -
James Island Charter High School
Charleston, SC05-2020
Skills
- Recipe-based cooking
- Contamination prevention
- Ingredients measuring
- Food handling
- Food preparation
- Food handler certification
- Hospitality and service industry background
- Multitasking and organization
Timeline
Cook
Nexus Indian Oaks
08.2025 - 12.2025
Bakery Associate
Panera Bread
12.2024 - 07.2025
Pastry Prep-Cook
Perilla Steakhouse
07.2024 - 11.2024
Pastry Prep-Cook
Obélix
08.2023 - 08.2024
Cook
Le Bouchon
06.2022 - 07.2023
Network Engineer
Charleston County School District
05.2020 - 07.2020
Prep-Cook
Rustic Goat
03.2020 - 09.2020
Electronics Associate
Walmart
06.2017 - 03.2020
High School Diploma -
James Island Charter High School