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Joshua White

Westwego

Summary

Culinary professional with extensive experience at Joe's Cafe, specializing in food preparation and innovative presentation. Demonstrated success in boosting customer engagement through visually appealing dishes while upholding rigorous quality and safety standards. Collaborative team player with strong cooking technique expertise and dedication to exceptional dining experiences.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Donut Fryer

Joe's Cafe
Terrytown
07.2024 - 04.2025
  • Operated kitchen equipment to prepare and fry doughnuts in a fast-paced food service environment.
  • Applied creative decorating techniques to produce visually appealing products that boosted customer engagement and sales.
  • Maintained product quality by monitoring freshness, adhering to food safety standards, and organizing displays for efficient sales flow.
  • Collaborated with team members to meet daily production goals and ensure consistent customer satisfaction..

IT Technician Intern

Autech
New Orleans
07.2023 - 09.2024
  • Supported on-site IT operations, assisting with hardware installation, maintenance, and safety compliance across multiple job sites.
  • Performed computer network repairs, software troubleshooting, and system diagnostics to minimize downtime and maintain operational efficiency.
  • Installed, configured, and maintained networking servers, POS systems, TVs, monitors, and other IT-related hardware.
  • Constructed and terminated Ethernet cables; performed jack punch-downs and patch cable creation to support secure, reliable connections.
  • Collaborated with senior technicians to ensure seamless project completion and client satisfaction.

Technical Skills: Network installation & repair • Software troubleshooting • Server configuration • POS systems • Cable management (Ethernet, punch-downs, patch cables) • Hardware setup & maintenance

Line grill/prep cook/dishwasher

Ochsner medical center
Jefferson
08.2020 - 04.2023
  • Assisted with all areas of kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and sanitation.
  • Prepared ingredients and organized workstations to ensure smooth service and readiness for the following day.
  • Operated grill and line stations, maintaining speed, accuracy, and quality in a high-volume environment.
  • Supported kitchen efficiency by washing and sanitizing dishes, utensils, and equipment according to health and safety standards.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to meet service demands and deliver consistent quality to patients, staff, and visitors.

Key Skills: Food preparation • Line cooking • Kitchen sanitation • Team collaboration • Time management • Health & safety compliance

Education

High school diploma -

Centennial High School
Columbus, OH
07.2007

Associate of Science - Computer Science

Delgado Community College
New Orleans, LA

Skills

  • Cooking Techniques: Skilled in grilling, sautéing, baking, poaching, roasting, and frying across diverse cuisines
  • Egg Cookery: Proficient in preparing all egg styles, including poached, scrambled, fried, and omelets
  • Meat Preparation: Experienced in cooking a wide variety of proteins (beef, poultry, pork, lamb, and seafood), with expertise in achieving precise doneness levels (rare to well-done) and handling specialty cuts
  • Sandwich & Entrée Assembly: Knowledgeable in preparing classic and specialty sandwiches (club, panini, Reuben, BLT, grilled cheese variations, breakfast sandwiches) with attention to presentation and flavor balance
  • Vegetable & Side Dishes: Skilled in steaming, roasting, sautéing, and seasoning vegetables to maintain nutritional value, color, and flavor
  • Baking & Pastry: Competent in baking cakes, muffins, cookies, and desserts, with attention to accurate measurement, consistency, and decorative finishing
  • Food Preparation: Experienced in prepping ingredients, crafting salads, assembling dishes, and maintaining organized, efficient workstations
  • Python Programming: Proficient in writing, debugging, and optimizing scripts for automation, data analysis, and system tasks Familiar with object-oriented programming (OOP), libraries such as Pandas and NumPy, and developing scalable solutions that improve efficiency and performance
  • Azure Cloud Services: Hands-on experience with Azure Portal, Azure Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory), and role-based access control (RBAC) Skilled in building, configuring, and maintaining Virtual Machines (VMs), App Services, and cloud resources to support secure, scalable enterprise environments
  • CompTIA A Certified Knowledge: Strong foundation in hardware setup and repair, troubleshooting operating systems, mobile devices, and peripherals Skilled in networking fundamentals, security best practices, and providing technical support for end-users across diverse IT environments
  • Logic and Design: Trained in algorithm development, flowcharting, and problem-solving strategies Capable of applying structured logic to design efficient programs and system workflows, ensuring accuracy and scalability in software solutions
  • Java Programming: Knowledgeable in developing applications using object-oriented design principles, data structures, and algorithms Experience with exception handling, multi-threading, and building modular programs that align with industry standards
  • Microsoft 365 Suite: Proficient in Excel (pivot tables, formulas, charts, data analysis), Access (database creation, queries, reports), and Word (document formatting, templates, mail merge) Skilled in leveraging the suite for productivity, collaboration, and reporting
  • C Programming: Familiar with object-oriented and procedural programming, memory management, and low-level system interaction Able to write efficient, structured code for applications requiring performance optimization and resource control

Personal Information

  • Age: 36
  • Authorized To Work: US

Timeline

Donut Fryer

Joe's Cafe
07.2024 - 04.2025

IT Technician Intern

Autech
07.2023 - 09.2024

Line grill/prep cook/dishwasher

Ochsner medical center
08.2020 - 04.2023

High school diploma -

Centennial High School

Associate of Science - Computer Science

Delgado Community College
Joshua White