Jack Mckinnon
Indian Hills
Summary
Marketing student at Western Colorado University. Experience in fast-paced kitchen environments. Demonstrated ability to quickly learn new recipes and techniques while maintaining high standards of food quality and hygiene. Strong team player, adept at working efficiently under pressure. Able to stay calm and levelheaded in high pressure situations. Able to adapt to any situation or role with a strong work ethic and positive mindset. Overall, able to take on any new challenge or role and am willing to learn and apply myself.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
The Dive
Gunnison
06.2025 - Current
- Prepared and cooked menu items according to recipes and safety standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and cooking stations.
- Worked collaboratively with others to accomplish tasks efficiently.
Line Cook
Switchback Smokehouse
Kittredge
05.2021 - 08.2024
- Cleaned cooking and refrigeration equipment to sanitize and prevent food-borne illness.
- Monitored supply inventory and rotated stock to maintain optimal freshness and reduce waste.
- Performed workstation prep prior to shift start.
- Executed proper techniques when preparing menu item ingredients.
- Worked in a collaborative environment.
Lift Operator
Echo Mountain Resort
Evergreen
11.2022 - 01.2023
- Completed regular snow clearing duties around the base area as needed.
- Provided customer service assistance with directions, ticket purchases and other inquiries.
- Delivered crucial safety information to patrons and checked machinery before starting rides.
Education
High School Diploma -
Evergreen High School
Evergreen, CO03-2023
Business Administration With Marketing Emphasis
Western Colorado University
Gunnison, COSkills
- Prep work
- Active listener
- Attention to detail
- Workstation cleanliness
- Problem-solving
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Accountable
Timeline
Line Cook
The Dive
06.2025 - Current
Lift Operator
Echo Mountain Resort
11.2022 - 01.2023
Line Cook
Switchback Smokehouse
05.2021 - 08.2024
High School Diploma -
Evergreen High School
Business Administration With Marketing Emphasis
Western Colorado University