J. Klebes
Wheat Ridge,CO
Summary
Energetic Culinary & Construction professional with a blend of creativity, wide range of different skills in a kitchen or a construction setting. I also work well with my team in all situations & keep a positive attitude.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner
Jay's Philadelphia Wooder Ice
Wheat Ridge, Colorado
2024.04 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
Operator/ Construction Worker
Bulldog Construction
Centennial, Wyoming
2023.05 - Current
- Operate, Maintain & Clean all equipment such as (skid steer, excavator, backhoe, Gradall, dump & work trucks)
- Clear job sites (remove any trees, shrubs, debris, etc.)
- Dig & Install (sewer, gas & water lines)
- Dig footings & foundation walls
- Backfill & grade jobsite
- Haul all materials needed including trailers & machinery
- Increased overall product quality through meticulous attention to detail during operation processes.
- Upheld quality standards through regular inspections of completed products, addressing any inconsistencies immediately.
- Conducted preventative maintenance on equipment to reduce repair costs.
Crew Leader/ Cook
Smashburger
2022.01 - 2023.05
- Prep and cook all food according to recipes
- Facilitate daily duties to staff (what needs prepped, cleaned, daily specials, etc.)
- Clean and maintain all equipment
- Maintain and sanitize work stations
- Establish and keep an open collaborative relationships with kitchen team
- Ensure all items are being kept up to standards
- Kitchen inventory
- Oversaw day-to-day activities of [Number] employees in [Type] establishment, fostering inspiring atmosphere to optimize employee experiences.
Operator/ Construction Worker
Bulldog Construction
2020.06 - 2022.02
- Operate, Maintain & Clean all equipment such as (skid steer, excavator, backhoe, gradall, dump & work trucks)
- Clear job sites (remove any trees, shrubs, debris, etc.)
- Dig & Install (sewer, gas & water lines)
- Dig footings & foundation walls
- Backfill & grade jobsite
- Haul all materials needed including trailers & machinery
Garmage Cook
Serendipity Catering
2018.02 - 2020.03
- SALADS (Greens, Pasta, Chicken, Potato, Tuna & Fruit)
- PLATTERS (Fruit, Cheese, Grilled Vegetables,)
- SKEWERS (Fruit, Caprese, Shrimp, Bacon Wrapped Dates, etc.)
- Crudites
- Charcuterie
- Make Dressings, Sauces, Marinades & Aiolis
- Make Soups, Stews, Chowders & Chilis
- Sandwiches, Wraps and Hoagies
- Maintain and Sanitize work stations
- Establish and maintain open collaborative relationships with kitchen team
AM Kitchen Manager / Prep & Line Cook
Stones on 32nd
2016.01 - 2018.02
- Open Restaurant (turn on all equipment, set up line for daily service)
- Facilitate daily duties to staff (what needs prepped, cleaned, daily specials, etc.)
- Prep and cook food according to recipes
- Maintain and Sanitize work stations
- Grind beef, weigh and form burgers
- Make Soups, Stews, Chowders & Chilis
- Make Dressings, Sauces, Marinades & Aiolis
- Kitchen Inventory
- Maintain open and collaborative relationship with kitchen team
- Cook/ Saute all menu items on and in all equipment
- Clean and maintain all equipment
Kitchen Manager / Cook
Breckenridge Brewery & BBQ
2011.01 - 2015.11
- Open Restaurant (turn on all equipment, set line up for daily service)
- Assign daily duties to staff (what needs prepped, cleaned, daily specials, etc.)
- Make Soups, Stews, Chowders & Chilis
- Make Dressings, Sauces, Marinades & Aiolis
- Clean & Smoke Meats (brisket, pork butt, beef & pork ribs, chicken quarters & wings, sausage, turkey)
- Cook/ Saute all menu items on all equipment
- Kitchen inventory & order necessary products
- Clean and maintain all equipment
- Maintain open and collaborative relationships with kitchen team
Skills
- Strong communication and people skills
- Menu Development
- Attention to detail
- Effective Planner
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Enthusiastic and hardworking
- Team member
- Operate Machinery
- Strong work ethic with a positive attitude
Certification
- Food Handlers Card, 01/24
- Food Allergens Essential, 01/24
Timeline
Owner
Jay's Philadelphia Wooder Ice
2024.04 - Current
Operator/ Construction Worker
Bulldog Construction
2023.05 - Current
Crew Leader/ Cook
Smashburger
2022.01 - 2023.05
Operator/ Construction Worker
Bulldog Construction
2020.06 - 2022.02
Garmage Cook
Serendipity Catering
2018.02 - 2020.03
AM Kitchen Manager / Prep & Line Cook
Stones on 32nd
2016.01 - 2018.02
Kitchen Manager / Cook
Breckenridge Brewery & BBQ
2011.01 - 2015.11