Julian Rivers Resume | Line & Grill Cook | St. Augustine, FL
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Julian Rivers

Lead Line & Grill Cook
Location: St. Augustine, FL 32084
May 16, 2026
Hiring Manager / Executive Chef
Hospitality & Culinary Recruitment
St. Augustine, FL 32084
Dear Executive Chef and Hiring Team,

As a dedicated and classically trained culinary professional based right here in St. Augustine, I have long admired the vibrant, high-caliber culinary circuit that defines our historic region. With over eight years of hands-on experience mastering the grill and high-volume lines at some of our area’s busiest mainstay kitchens—including The Floridian and Catch 27—I am eager to connect with premier local dining establishments seeking an elite Line or Grill Cook to strengthen their team.

Throughout my career, I have thrived in the fast-paced environment that defines St. Augustine's premier dining spots. In my current role as Lead Line Cook at The Floridian, I successfully manage the wood-fired grill, executing hundreds of precisely cooked proteins each night. My ability to remain calm under the pressure of ticket spikes, paired with a deep understanding of local seafood fabrication and temping, has allowed me to consistently decrease ticket times while maintaining flawless quality and plate presentation.

Beyond my execution on the line, I bring an Associate degree in Culinary Arts Management and a current ServSafe Manager certification. I pride myself on maintaining an immaculate station, minimizing food waste through strict inventory tracking, and fostering a collaborative, positive environment among the kitchen staff. I am always eager to bring this same energy, precision, and respect for ingredients to a quality-driven line.

Thank you for your time, consideration, and for reviewing my professional portfolio. I welcome the opportunity to connect or schedule a kitchen stage to demonstrate how my culinary skills and high-volume experience can support your kitchen's continued success.

Sincerely,

Julian Rivers
Line / Grill Cook
(904) 555-0142
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Julian Rivers

Lead Line & Grill Cook
Location: St. Augustine, FL 32084
Professional Summary

Dynamic and precision-driven Grill and Line Cook with over 8 years of experience in high-volume, upscale casual seafood and contemporary American dining establishments throughout historic St. Augustine. Expert in managing high-temperature stations, ensuring flawless meat and seafood execution, and maintaining strict adherence to food safety protocols. Demonstrated track record of optimizing kitchen line ticket times by 15% during peak tourist seasons while upholding the highest culinary standards. Adept leader who excels in fast-paced team environments, cross-training staff to ensure seamless kitchen operations.

Core Competencies & Skills
High-Volume Line Operations
Advanced Grill & Sauté Techniques
Seafood & Meat Fabrication
Menu Specials & Innovation
Inventory & Food Cost Control
Expediting & Kitchen Leadership
ServSafe Manager Certified
Sanitation & Safety Compliance
Team Training & Mentorship
Yield & Portion Optimization
Kitchen Station Cross-Training
Vendor & Supplier Relations
Professional Experience
Lead Line Cook / Grill Master — The Floridian Restaurant
May 2023 – Present | St. Augustine, FL
  • Command the primary wood-fired grill and sauté stations for a renowned, high-volume regional Southern restaurant, consistently averaging 350+ covers per dinner service.
  • Oversee daily preparation of premium proteins and local catches, maintaining zero-error temping on all cuts of meat and seafood.
  • Spearheaded a station re-organization initiative that improved ticket delivery time by 15% during peak summer and Nights of Lights tourist seasons.
  • Train, onboard, and mentor incoming line cooks and prep teams on station efficiency, plate presentation, and house recipe standardization.
  • Manage nightly ordering and inventory logs, reducing raw ingredient waste by 8% through meticulous portion control and stock rotation.
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Grill Cook — Catch 27
Oct 2021 – May 2023 | St. Augustine, FL
  • Operated the high-intensity grill and broiler station at a top-rated, fresh-catch seafood restaurant in the historic district.
  • Mastered the exact execution of delicate local seafood items, including whole fish, snapper, and shrimp, ensuring flawless presentation.
  • Collaborated directly with the Head Chef to develop weekend specials that effectively utilized seasonal coastal ingredients, boosting weekend seafood sales by 12%.
  • Enforced rigid food safety, sanitation, and temperature regulation practices, resulting in 100% compliance during all corporate and state health inspections.
Line Cook — Meehan's Irish Pub & Seafood House
Aug 2019 – Oct 2021 | St. Augustine, FL
  • Executed high-volume pub fare and seafood dishes on a fast-paced waterfront line, managing both the fry and grill stations concurrently during peak shifts.
  • Maintained pristine cleanliness and organization of station lines under intense pressure, facilitating smooth handovers between lunch and dinner shifts.
  • Assisted prep cooks in high-yield batches, mastering knife cuts and fundamental stock, sauce, and reduction preparations.
Prep & Commis Cook — Ice Plant Bar
May 2018 – Aug 2019 | St. Augustine, FL
  • Processed farm-to-table vegetable items and premium whole muscle proteins daily for a high-volume vintage-style restaurant and distillery footprint.
  • Supported line cooks by meticulously maintaining station backup stocks and executing fundamental station-prep tasks during high-intensity rush hours.
  • Ensured kitchen compliance with strict FIFO inventory methods across multi-tiered dry and cold storage containers.
Education & Professional Certifications
Associate of Science in Culinary Arts Management
First Coast Technical College — St. Augustine, FL
ServSafe Manager Certification
National Restaurant Association | Exp: 2029
HACCP Compliance & Food Safety Certification
American Food Safety Institute | Issued: 2025
ServSafe Allergens Certification
National Restaurant Association | Exp: 2028