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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
04.2024 - 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
05.2023 - 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
01.2022 - 05.2023
  • 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
06.2020 - 02.2022
  • 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
02.2018 - 03.2020
  • 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
01.2016 - 02.2018
  • 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
01.2011 - 11.2015
  • 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
04.2024 - Current

Operator/ Construction Worker

Bulldog Construction
05.2023 - Current

Crew Leader/ Cook

Smashburger
01.2022 - 05.2023

Operator/ Construction Worker

Bulldog Construction
06.2020 - 02.2022

Garmage Cook

Serendipity Catering
02.2018 - 03.2020

AM Kitchen Manager / Prep & Line Cook

Stones on 32nd
01.2016 - 02.2018

Kitchen Manager / Cook

Breckenridge Brewery & BBQ
01.2011 - 11.2015

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