Jaysen Wilson
Pass Christian
Summary
To build on culinary skills and gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment while contributing to a high-quality dining experience.
Developed skills in fast-paced kitchen environment, focusing on culinary techniques and team collaboration. Demonstrates strong organizational and multitasking abilities, along with commitment to quality and presentation. Looking to transition into a new field, leveraging transferable skills to drive success in a different professional setting.
Overview
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1
Certification
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2
years of professional experience
Work History
Culinary Specialist
US Army
Fort Lee, VA
07.2026 - 09.2026
- Prepared and cooked meals in accordance with Army standards and dietary requirements.
- Collaborated with team members to execute meal service efficiently during training exercises.
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen areas, adhering to safety protocols.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring proper stock levels and minimizing waste.
- Learned food preparation techniques and equipment operation under senior culinary staff guidance.
- Participated in menu planning sessions, contributing ideas for nutritious meal options.
- Ensured timely meal delivery to support unit morale during field operations.
Cook/Shift Lead
Coastal Daiquiri
Long Beach, MS
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Orchestrated the preparation and presentation of a variety of menu items to uphold quality standards and consistency for 100+ guests each shift.
- Implemented and upheld cleanliness protocols in the kitchen to meet health and safety regulations.
- Facilitated collaboration among team members to optimize kitchen operations during peak hours.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pass Christian High School
Pass Christian, MS05.2026
Skills
- Food safety knowledge
- Sanitation practices
- Sanitation procedures
- Cooking methods
- Food preparation
- Preparing food
- Beverage operations
- Menu planning
- Nutritional awareness
- Time management
- Dining management
- Team collaboration
- Customer engagement
- Food sourcing
- Culinary techniques
Certification
ACT WorkKeys National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC)-Gold
Timeline
Culinary Specialist
US Army
07.2026 - 09.2026
Cook/Shift Lead
Coastal Daiquiri
08.2024 - 06.2025
High School Diploma -
Pass Christian High School
Other Activities
- Army National Guard - Culinary Specialist: December 2024- Present
- Dedicated and disciplined Culinary Specialist (92G) managing high-volume food service operations in both structured garrison environments and fast-paced field deployments. Proven track record of preparing nutritious meals for up to 100+ while strictly enforcing FDA and military food safety, sanitation, and hazardous material guidelines.