Jason Moniz
Bourbonnais
Summary
Dedicated professional offering experience contributing to team success. Friendly, outgoing and reliable professional in restaurant industry with background in cooking and management responsibilities. Passionate about maximizing kitchen productivity.
Experience as PPE Technician includes decontamination processes, equipment maintenance and safety protocol adherence. Strengths encompass keen understanding of hazardous materials management, adept at troubleshooting technical issues, and maintaining compliance with industry standards. Previous roles have resulted in enhanced workplace safety through meticulous attention to detail and proactive risk mitigation.
Reliable Manager demonstrating high level of ownership and initiative. Possessing exceptional work ethic and desire to go above and beyond to exceed company expectations. Offering knack for building productive working relationships. Successful in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments to manage goals and team development. History of thriving in team-oriented environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2021
2021
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Richie’s sports bar & grill
Crete
08.2024 - 12.2025
- Oversaw daily kitchen operations to ensure food quality and safety standards.
- Managed inventory, ordering supplies, and maintaining stock levels efficiently.
- Trained and supervised kitchen staff to enhance skills and teamwork.
- Developed menus by collaborating with chefs and considering customer preferences.
- Coordinated food preparation schedules for timely service during peak hours.
- Monitored equipment maintenance to prevent breakdowns and ensure functionality.
- 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.
Machine Operator Technician
IKO Industries
Kankakee
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Operated machinery to ensure efficient production flow and quality standards.
- Conducted routine equipment inspections and performed minor repairs as needed.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a safe and organized work environment.
- Followed standard operating procedures to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding machine performance and issues.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
Yard Supervisor
Shamrock Cartage
Minooka
04.2022 - 03.2024
- Supervised yard activities ensuring efficient material handling and storage.
- Coordinated with staff to maintain safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for quality assurance compliance.
- Inspected job sites for hazardous conditions, excessive noise and PPE use.
- Provided guidance on proper use of PPE, including face masks, gloves, and eye protection.
Education
Bradley Bourbonnais Community High School
Bradley, ILSkills
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Staff training
- Menu development
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Leadership skills
- Conflict resolution
- Hazard identification
- Regulatory knowledge
- Safety inspections
- PPE inspection
- Safety management
- Quality assurance
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Richie’s sports bar & grill
08.2024 - 12.2025
Machine Operator Technician
IKO Industries
01.2024 - 08.2024
Yard Supervisor
Shamrock Cartage
04.2022 - 03.2024
Bradley Bourbonnais Community High School