Jacob Kirchheimer

Dependable and safety-conscious food service and entry-level construction professional with close to 10 years' experience in high-volume kitchens, front-of-house operations, and hands-on work environments. Skilled in food preparation, customer service, equipment operation, and maintaining safety compliance. Strong work ethic, adaptable to both culinary and construction roles, with a proven ability to learn new skills quickly and work effectively as part of a team.

Food Runner at 1983 (2025-08 – Present)

• Brought most food to tables, engaging with guests and answering their questions concerning the preparation and ingredients within the food.
• Helped the head and sous chefs run expo, ensuring orders went out completely and accurately in the most timely manner possible.
• Ran expo alone when the chefs needed to step away or outside of peak rush hours.
• Delivered outstanding customer service and product knowledge to guests.
• Managed sauce and garnish (herb) inventory, ensuring backups were always present in varying quantities dependent upon the volume needed, and maintained organized work areas.
• Trained new runners, servers' assistants, and servers on the menu, ordering and running procedures, and company service and quality expectations.

Administrative Assistant at Corporation to Develop Communities of Tampa (2025-09 – 2026-03)

• Performed building maintenance, including painting, changing lightbulbs, minor repairs, and miscellaneous tasks such as moving things in and out of storage and organizing storage areas.
• Maintained cleanliness at all times, including sweeping, mopping, deep cleaning of bathroom and kitchen areas, and keeping all table and floor surfaces clean and free of debris at all times.
• Assisted with management of files and records, organizing and digitizing them where necessary.
• Set up for and cleaned up after events such as graduation ceremonies, job fairs, and leadership meetings.

Line Cook at Wright's Gourmet House (2023-04 – 2025-05)

• Prepared sandwiches, salads, and specialty menu items per company recipes and presentation standards.
• Managed expo station during peak hours, ensuring order accuracy and smooth communication between stations.
• Fulfilled catering orders, ensuring timely delivery and quality presentation.
• Trained and mentored new cooks in proper procedures and quality standards.
• Maintained strict cleanliness, organization, and food safety compliance.

Volunteer Food Service Assistant at Trinity Café (2020-06 – 2023-03)

Volunteer Service

• Assisted in preparing and serving meals to individuals in need in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Operated dishwashing equipment, cleaned prep areas, and maintained sanitation standards.
• Coordinated with other volunteers to ensure smooth meal service and guest satisfaction.
• Developed strong teamwork skills in a community service setting.

Deli Associate at Publix Super Markets (2018-06 – 2023-03)

• Prepared hot and cold deli items while ensuring food safety and quality.
• Fulfilled a very high volume of fried and roasted chicken orders, keeping the case full throughout extremely busy lunch and dinner rushes.
• Delivered outstanding customer service and product knowledge to guests.
• Managed inventory, unloaded trucks, restocked shelves, and maintained organized coolers, deep freezers, dry storage and work areas.
• Trained new associates on company service and quality expectations.

Front & Back of House Staff at Voodoo Dog (2019-10 – 2020-03)

• Took and processed in-person, phone, and online orders using POS systems.
• Prepared fried foods, burgers, hot dogs, and sides according to recipes.
• Provided support to guests including side sauces, substitutions and order modifications, replenishing drinks, etc.
• Maintained a clean and organized kitchen and dining area.

International Baccalaureate Diploma – Hillsborough High School (2013 – 2017)