Sean Kaljian
Denver
Summary
Dynamic Lead Cook with expertise in kitchen management, staff training, and food safety compliance. Proven track record in recipe development and maintaining high standards of food quality.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Cook
Pizza Pals
Aurora
2020.04 - 2025.11
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure smooth daily operations and food preparation.
- Managed inventory levels to maintain stock of fresh ingredients and supplies.
- Trained new cooks on food safety standards and cooking techniques.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workstations.
- Monitored food quality for consistency and adherence to restaurant standards.
- Supervised staff in daily kitchen duties, including prepping ingredients, cooking meals, and cleaning up after service.
Lead line cook
Joes Crab Shack - Va
Denver
2016.08 - 2020.04
- Trained new line cooks on menu items and kitchen procedures.
- Oversaw cooking techniques to adhere to Joe's Crab Shack standards.
- Developed recipes and menu items in collaboration with the chef team.
- Trained new cooks on recipes, preparation methods, safety procedures and sanitation guidelines.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
- Monitored cooking temperatures and ensured that dishes were presented properly.
line cook
Ruby Tuesdays Restaurant
Atlanta
2013.06 - 2016.03
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations throughout shifts.
- Followed food safety regulations to ensure quality and hygiene in food handling.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
- Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
Education
High School Diploma -
Century High`
Bismarck, ND1995-03
Skills
- Kitchen management and organization
- Food safety compliance
- Recipe development and menu planning
- Inventory control
- Staff training and crew supervision
- Quality assurance and sanitation practices
- Team leadership
- Food presentation
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
- Grilling techniques
- Food safety standards
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Lead Cook
Pizza Pals
2020.04 - 2025.11
Lead line cook
Joes Crab Shack - Va
2016.08 - 2020.04
line cook
Ruby Tuesdays Restaurant
2013.06 - 2016.03
High School Diploma -
Century High`