Jordan Bureman
Sevierville
Summary
A detail-oriented and reliable Prep Cook with 3+ years experience in high-volume, fast-paced kitchens. Skilled in knife work, station setup, and food safety standards to ensure efficient service. Performing inspections, root cause analysis, and corrective actions to improve product quality.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Prep Line Cook
Seymour Grill
Seymour, TN
03.2024 - 03.2025
- Prepared ingredients for daily menu items, ensuring freshness and quality.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of prep areas, adhering to safety standards.
- Assisted in inventory management, tracking stock levels of food supplies.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline food preparation processes.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, following operational guidelines.
- Adapted quickly to changing menu requirements and customer preferences.
- Worked closely with other line cooks to ensure consistency across all stations, delivering a cohesive dining experience for guests.
Prep Line Cook
Mellow Mushroom
Pigeon Forge, TN
03.2020 - 11.2023
- Supported head chef in executing daily specials and seasonal menus.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, following operational guidelines.
- Adapted quickly to changing menu requirements and customer preferences.
- Trained new team members on safe food handling practices and prep techniques.
- Prepared ingredients for daily menu items, ensuring freshness and quality.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of prep areas, adhering to safety standards.
- Assisted in inventory management, tracking stock levels of food supplies.
- Worked closely with other line cooks to ensure consistency across all stations, delivering a cohesive dining experience for guests.
Quality Assurance Technician
House of Thaller
Knoxville, TN
04.2013 - 01.2020
- Conducted quality inspections to ensure compliance with industry standards and specifications.
- Collaborated with production teams to identify and resolve quality issues promptly.
- Developed and implemented testing protocols for new products to enhance reliability.
- Trained junior staff on quality assurance procedures and best practices.
- Maintained accurate documentation of inspection results and corrective measures taken.
- Coordinated cross-functional meetings to align on quality objectives and action plans.
Meat Cutter/Stocker
Sam’s Club
Knoxville, TN
06.2005 - 01.2013
- Operated band saws and manual knives for precise meat cuts.
- Ensured compliance with food safety standards and regulations.
- Trained new staff on cutting techniques and safety procedures.
- Managed inventory levels to minimize waste and optimize stock rotation.
- Operated various cutting tools to prepare meat products according to specifications.
- Ensured compliance with food safety standards during meat processing and storage.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area to adhere to health regulations.
- Resolved customer inquiries regarding meat selections, providing knowledgeable recommendations based on preferences.
Education
High School Diploma -
Greeley West
Greeley, CO07.2000
Skills
- Food preparation
- Food presentation
- Hot food preparation
- Food safety
- Forklift/Pallet Jack experience
- Knife skills
- Sanitation practices
- Stock rotation
- Meat cutting
- Allergen awareness
- Ingredient identification
- Waste reduction
Timeline
Prep Line Cook
Seymour Grill
03.2024 - 03.2025
Prep Line Cook
Mellow Mushroom
03.2020 - 11.2023
Quality Assurance Technician
House of Thaller
04.2013 - 01.2020
Meat Cutter/Stocker
Sam’s Club
06.2005 - 01.2013
High School Diploma -
Greeley West