Jonathan Nelson AOS Culinary New England Culinary Institute 163 Barre Street Apt.

3 Montpelier Vermont, 05602 (406) 599-0695 jonathan.nelson.student@neci.edu

November 16, 2012 To Whom It May Concern: I am writing to you today in the hopes of attaining an internship position with the chef de cuisine at Simon Pearce. I am currently a student at New England Culinary Institute and my focus is an associate degree in the culinary arts. I am looking to attain an internship of 700 hours over six months. I have always thought that quality local ingredients and simple execution make the best food experience. Simon Pearce has achieved both of these things, bringing together the beauty of the food itself and its presentation on locally crafted wares. I believe that a partnership with Simon Pearce would be a wonderful fit. Professionally, I have seven years of experience working in the culinary industry. I have worked both the front and back of the house and understand the importance of each coming together as a cohesive unit. I am very motivated and reliable. More significantly I believe, is my passion for the culinary arts. In addition to working with food, the culinary sphere is a part of my life. I take great pride in providing delicious meals for my family, friends, and people in general. I believe that I could offer you a wealth of ingenuity and passion, and it excites me to think of what Simon Pearce could offer me in return. Attached you will find my resume as well as contact information. I look forward to hearing from you. I will follow up with you next week or you can contact me via email or call me at 1(406) 599-0695. Thank you for your time and consideration. Sincerely,

Jonathan Nelson

Objective: To further my career with an internship opportunity at Simon Pearce. Education: New England Culinary Institute, Montpelier, VT Associates, Culinary Arts October 2012 - Present Big Fork High School, Big Fork, Montana 1999-2003 Graduated High School Employment History: Sacajawea Bar and Pompeys Grill at the Sacajawea Inn: Three Forks, Montana Server, Bartender, January 2012-August 2012 Table service. Bar service as well as mixing and preparing drinks for the restaurant. Sola Caf: Bozeman Montana Sous chef June 2011-September 2011 In charge of supervision of staff. Chef of main dishes as well as featured menu items. Pompeys Grill at the Sacagawea Inn: Three Forks, Montana Grill Cook March 2010-May 2011 Butchering and portioning meats and fish. In charge of the grill during dinner service. Excel Drilling: Bozeman, Montana Drillers Assistant February 2007-March 2010 Blue Canyon: Kalispell, Montana Line Cook March 2007-August 2007 Served as morning prep chef. Ran the brick ovens and served as line cook during lunch service. Roundhouse Sports: Bozeman, Montana Warranty Coordinator October 2004-February 2007 Showthyme: Big Fork, Montana Dishwasher June 1999-August 2004 Dishwasher and prep cook.

References: Tiffany Lach Owner and operator of the Sola Caf. tiffanylach@gmail.com (406) 579-0484 Dean Folkvord Owner and operator of Wheat Montana and the Sacajawea Inn. deanf@wheatmontana.com (406) 285-3614 ext. 1101 Matthew Israel Executive chef: Sacajawea Inn- Pompeys grill. (406) 871-4704