Joshua Parker

Experience

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  Salty's on the Columbia

  Nov 2007 - Apr 2009

  Cook

  Prep cook, line cook, assistant to the brunch chef

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  Idaho Candy Company

  May 2009 - Jul 2012

  Candy Maker

  Produced an assortment of candy including toffee and brittles as well as marshmellow and fondant. I also worked in the chocolate enrobing department.

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  Spec's wine, spirits, and finner foods.

  Jul 2012 - Mar 2014

  Kitchen Manager

  I oversee the costing and ordering of all food. Responsible for hiring and training new staff in accordance with company policy. Creating a culture and environment for staff to grow in their craft as we are a scratch kitchen. Provide guests with a service that exceeds their expectations. Pass on my passion for food and the art of confections and chocolates.

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  Mahogany Chocolates, LLC

  Feb 2014 - Oct 2016

  Chocolate Maker

  Mahogany Chocolate is a small batch bean to bar chocolate company located in Lubbock, TX.

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  Mahogany Chocolate, Ltd.

  Jan 2017 - Apr 2017

  Executive Chocolatier

  -Entrepreneurship: Founded and grew a successful bean-to-bar chocolate business from the ground up.- Chocolate Making: Self-taught in chocolate-making craft, from sourcing cacao to creating final products.- Market Development: Built brand awareness and sales through local farmers' markets.- Project Management: Coordinated the establishment of a cocoa processing facility, retail store, and roasting facility in an international setting.- Consulting: Advised on business operations during the transition after selling the company.- Cross-cultural Collaboration: Worked closely with an international team to expand operations in Belize.- Equipment Procurement: Managed the sourcing and importing of specialized equipment for chocolate production. Show less

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  Idaho Candy Company

  May 2017 - Oct 2019

  Candy Maker

  Produced confection products inline with company recipes. Followed the Food Safety Plan keeping detailed documentation durring production runs as well as equipment maintenance.

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  Chocolates by Josh, Inc.

  Jun 2017 - Aug 2022

  President / Chocolate Maker

  Chocolate by Josh is a speciality chocolate company located in Boise, Idaho. We source cocoa beans from around the world then manufacture unique chocolate bars and bonbons.

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  Sea Salt Creamery & Bakeshop

  May 2021 - now

  Head Baker
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  Fit Food Journey

  Dec 2023 - now

  Content Creator

  https://youtube.com/@fitfoodjourney365