Brooke Backenstos
Seattle,WA
Summary
Dynamic Culinary Specialist with a proven track record at the United States Coast Guard, excelling in food preparation and customer service. Recognized for enhancing efficiency through staff mentorship and implementing high-quality meal standards. Strong attention to detail and teamwork skills contributed to consistently meeting dietary needs for diverse personnel.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Petty Officer Third Class
United States Coast Guard
Seattle, WA
12.2022 - 07.2025
- Maintained high levels of safety, enforcing strict adherence to protocols and procedures on-board the ship.
- Promoted camaraderie among crew members, organizing recreational activities during off-duty hours.
- Developed strong leadership skills through active participation in various trainings and exercises.
- Achieved operational excellence by diligently following standard operating procedures during daily routines.
- Monitored and assessed mission progress and provided updates to command.
Culinary Specialist
United States Coast Gaurd
Seattle, WA
04.2021 - 07.2025
- Increased overall efficiency by cross-training staff in various cooking techniques and station responsibilities.
- Mentored junior culinary staff, fostering professional growth and supporting skill development.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing high-quality meals and maintaining timely food service.
- Inspected deliveries for accuracy and safety.
- Consistently met strict dietary requirements for guests with allergies or specific preferences by creating customized meal options.
- Prepared and served food to approximately 160 personnel at USCG Base Seattle
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
- Established food preparation procedures and guidelines to promote meal consistency and quality.
Education
Milwaukie High School
Milwaukie, ORSkills
- Food preparation
- Kitchen organization
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Food presentation
- Allergen awareness
- Pastry skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking Abilities
Certification
- ServSafe Certified
- Washington State Food Worker Card
Timeline
Petty Officer Third Class
United States Coast Guard
12.2022 - 07.2025
Culinary Specialist
United States Coast Gaurd
04.2021 - 07.2025
Milwaukie High School