James Grant
New Orleans
Summary
Dynamic and highly motivated culinary professional with extensive experience. Proven expertise in time management and attention to detail, excelling in cooking and food preparation. Committed to maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment while delivering exceptional dishes that enhance guest satisfaction.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Meril
New Orleans, LA
09.2025 - 02.2026
Cooking, Cleaning, and Prepping.
Saute' Chef
Cheesecake Factory Inc
Webster, TX
05.2012 - 07.2013
Cooking and Cleaning.
Grill Cook
Sweet Fire & Ice
Birmingham, AL
01.2009 - 10.2011
Cooking, Cleaning, and Prepping.
Wok Chef
PF Changs Restaurant
New Orleans, LA
06.2014 - 10.2017
Cooking & Cleaning
Assistant KM
Carrabba's Restaurant
Metairie, LA
06.2013 - 02.2015
- Coordinated schedules and meetings, ensuring efficient use of executive time.
- Managed documentation processes to improve accuracy and workflow efficiency.
- Streamlined communication across departments to enhance collaborative efforts.
- Developed training materials for new hires, fostering a supportive onboarding experience.
Line Cook
Zea restaurant
Metairie, LA
02.2016 - 12.2016
Education
GED - General Studies / Culinary Arts
YCP Youth Challenge Program
Pineville, LA12.2001
Skills
Time management
Attention to detail
Highly motivated
Cleaning and organization
Professional attitude
Timeline
Line Cook
Meril
09.2025 - 02.2026
Line Cook
Zea restaurant
02.2016 - 12.2016
Wok Chef
PF Changs Restaurant
06.2014 - 10.2017
Assistant KM
Carrabba's Restaurant
06.2013 - 02.2015
Saute' Chef
Cheesecake Factory Inc
05.2012 - 07.2013
Grill Cook
Sweet Fire & Ice
01.2009 - 10.2011
GED - General Studies / Culinary Arts
YCP Youth Challenge Program