Jesse Morris
San Diego
Summary
Result-driven sauté chef proficient in high-volume food preparation and inventory management. Bilingual in English and Spanish, excels in crisis management and team coordination to deliver consistent results. Committed to maintaining quality and safety standards while enhancing overall dining experiences.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Sauté Chef
Del Mar Fairgrounds
Del Mar
05.2026 - Current
- Prepared sautéed dishes for high-volume service, ensuring flavor and presentation met kitchen standards.
- Managed multiple orders simultaneously, maintaining quality and consistency under pressure.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to deliver timely service, enhancing overall dining experience.
- Acquired new cooking techniques in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
Sales associate
S & S Fuels / 7-Eleven
Las Vegas
01.2023 - 05.2026
- Delivered exceptional customer service while processing cash and card transactions accurately to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Restocked merchandise, monitored inventory levels, and organized displays to optimize shopping experience.
- Coordinated deliveries to streamline stock replenishment and support daily store operations.
superviser , sales associate
Speedway LLC
San Diego
02.2020 - 12.2022
- Balanced registers and resolved customer concerns to ensure smooth transactions.
- Assisted with opening, closing, stocking, and pricing to maintain store operations.
- Supported management by implementing daily operations and safety procedures.
Line Cook
El Prez
San Diego
08.2016 - 10.2018
- Prepared and portioned authentic Mexican cuisine for daily service.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment and workstations to maintain health standards.
- Served beer and wine, ensuring customer satisfaction through attentive service.
Line Cook
Amplified Ale Works
San Diego
08.2014 - 03.2016
- Completed food preparation, portioning, dishwashing, and sanitation to ensure cleanliness and efficiency.
- Prepared Mediterranean dishes to fulfill customer orders promptly.
- Served beer and wine at the bar to elevate customer dining experience.
Shift Manager
Taco Bell
San Diego
11.2011 - 10.2013
- Managed cash drawers, deposits, and inventory while overseeing opening and closing procedures for accuracy.
- Supervised crew members and coordinated restaurant operations to ensure smooth shift transitions.
- Resolved customer concerns and facilitated scheduling to optimize labor management.
Line cook
Army & Air Force Exchange Service / Manchu Wok
Nellis AFB
04.2005 - 07.2008
- Prepared and served high-quality Chinese cuisine during peak hours to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards while executing opening and closing procedures to uphold restaurant quality.
- Processed customer transactions and organized food displays to ensure efficient service and product availability.
Education
SUD Certification - Alcohol And Other Drug Studys
Palomar College
San Marcos, CA02-2025
Diploma - Microcomputer Technology
Associated Technical College
San Diego, CA01-2014
Skills
- Culinary arts
- Food preparation
- Knife skills
- Quality control
- Order management
- Order accuracy
- Inventory management
- Kitchen safety
- Time management
- Team coordination
- Crisis management
- Ingredient measurement
Timeline
Sauté Chef
Del Mar Fairgrounds
05.2026 - Current
Sales associate
S & S Fuels / 7-Eleven
01.2023 - 05.2026
superviser , sales associate
Speedway LLC
02.2020 - 12.2022
Line Cook
El Prez
08.2016 - 10.2018
Line Cook
Amplified Ale Works
08.2014 - 03.2016
Shift Manager
Taco Bell
11.2011 - 10.2013
Line cook
Army & Air Force Exchange Service / Manchu Wok
04.2005 - 07.2008
SUD Certification - Alcohol And Other Drug Studys
Palomar College
Diploma - Microcomputer Technology
Associated Technical College