Sam Evans
Crown Point
Summary
Dynamic and highly motivated culinary professional with extensive experience at 18th Street Brewery, recognized for enhancing kitchen efficiency and food quality. Worked with 2 time Cut Throat Kitchen winner Wan Kim on events for Spiteful Brewing at Whole Foods and other events. Dean's list Spring September 2013, Fall semester 2013, and Spring semester 2015 winner of the El Popular Competion. I was asked to be Executive Chef for Drew Fox of 18th Streets wife's restaurant The broserie and much more.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Coopers Hawk
Schererville, IN
05.2025 - Current
- Prepared high-quality dishes following Olive Garden's standard recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Oversaw kitchen operations during peak hours, ensuring timely food preparation and delivery.
- Trained new staff on kitchen procedures, safety protocols, and ingredient handling techniques.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain cleanliness and organization in kitchen areas.
Cook
Blue Point Oysters
Valparaiso, IN
01.2024 - 03.2025
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Streamlined kitchen operations with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
Dish Restaurant
Cook
Valparaiso, IN
03.2020 - 02.2021
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Cook
Main and Lincoln
Valparaiso, IN
03.2020 - 07.2020
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
Line Cook
Olive Garden
Merrillville, IN
04.2018 - 02.2020
- Prepared and cooked high-quality dishes according to standard recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Ensured kitchen cleanliness and organization, adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain efficient kitchen operations during peak hours.
- Assisted in training new staff on food preparation techniques and kitchen equipment usage.
Cook
New Oberpfalz Brewing
Griffith, IN
03.2017 - 04.2018
- Prepared high-quality dishes in accordance with menu specifications and food safety standards.
- Assisted with inventory management, ensuring proper stock levels for ingredients and supplies.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations.
- Followed recipes accurately to produce consistent flavors and presentation for all menu items.
- Conducted regular quality checks on ingredients to ensure freshness and minimize waste.
- Trained new team members on kitchen procedures, safety protocols, and equipment usage.
- Participated in menu development discussions, providing input based on customer feedback and seasonal availability.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
Cook
18th Street Brewery
Gary IN
11.2014 - 03.2017
- Streamlined food preparation processes to enhance efficiency during peak service times.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Cook
McDonald's
Crown Point, IN
08.2011 - 09.2014
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
Education
No Degree - Culinary
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Gary/EastChicago, INHigh School Diploma -
Lake Central
St John IN01-2011
Skills
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
- Fish preparation
- Sushi rice preparation
- Knife skills
- Food safety
- Nigiri making
- Japanese Cuisine Knowledge
- Sashimi slicing
- Baking Skills
- Broil Cook
- Fry cook
- Events Chef
- Poultry preparation
- Oyster shucking
- Pizza skills
- Soup preparation
- Ramen preparation
- Smoked foods
- Cured foods
Timeline
Line Cook
Coopers Hawk
05.2025 - Current
Cook
Blue Point Oysters
01.2024 - 03.2025
Dish Restaurant
Cook
03.2020 - 02.2021
Cook
Main and Lincoln
03.2020 - 07.2020
Line Cook
Olive Garden
04.2018 - 02.2020
Cook
New Oberpfalz Brewing
03.2017 - 04.2018
Cook
18th Street Brewery
11.2014 - 03.2017
Cook
McDonald's
08.2011 - 09.2014
No Degree - Culinary
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
High School Diploma -
Lake Central