Hi, I'm Jake, a Culinarian from Utah

As a local my ambition is to build a career as a Chef in Utah. I am striving to break the stereotypes associated with sustainable and healthy food.

I enjoy cooking with local products and creating seasonal dishes. I believe strongly that everyone has something they can teach me, and the only way for me to grow is to remain a student for life.

Balsamic Glazed Pork Loin, Fall Vegetables, Fondant Potatoes

Work History

- Sous Chef, University

August 2021 to Current

- Sous Chef, Hospital

February 2017 to June 2021

- Deli Chef, Grocery Store

November 2016 to February 2017

- Collections Specialist, Financial Institution

November 2014 to November 2016

- Cook, Dieticians Assistant, Hospital

March 2012 to November 2014

- First Assistant Manager, Papa John's Pizza

March 2011 to March 2012



Education

» A.A.S in culinary arts

SLCC culinary institute

2019, Honors

» High School Diploma

2010

» Serve Safe Certification



Experience

  • Cafeteria production: preparing soups, entrees, and sides for 600 to 1200 people daily.

  • Ordering and inventory management: Submitting orders online and over the phone. Creating and maintaining par levels for multiple ordering systems and vendors.

  • Catering: producing and delivering caterings for large parties and upscale dinners.

  • Menu development: Creating menus for room service, upscale events, catering, and cafeteria.

  • Patient production: Cooking for up to 180 patients following strict dietary guidelines and creating standardized recipes.

  • Cashiering: to include customer service, cash management and deposits.

  • Management/leadership: leading production meetings, orienting and training new staff, assisting with development of schedules and standard operating procedures.


Get in touch at Jacoblynnsmith@yahoo.com