Caitlin Ayers
FINDLAY,OH
Summary
Kitchen Prep Cook experienced in food preparation and kitchen management. Improved kitchen efficiency and customer satisfaction through effective multitasking and workflow optimization in high-pressure environments. Transitioning to medical field with strong background in customer service from roles as cashier and barista.
Overview
2
2
years of post-secondary education
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Prep Cook
Chick-fil-A
FINDLAY, OH
05.2026 - Current
- Prepared food items following Chick-fil-A recipes and quality standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and storage areas.
- Assisted in inventory management by checking stock levels and restocking supplies.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, including slicers, fryers, and mixers.
- Followed food safety guidelines to prevent contamination and ensure compliance.
- Trained new staff on cooking techniques and kitchen procedures to enhance team efficiency.
- Prepared ingredients by cleaning, washing, and cutting raw meats, vegetables, and fruits in the kitchen.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen by sweeping mopping washing dishes disposing trash.
Catering Supervisor
Eric Kronk
FINDLAY
06.2018 - 07.2025
- Organized and oversaw banquet setup, service, breakdown, and storage of equipment.
- Communicated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food preparation and delivery.
- Made sure the food was correct, and cooked correctly.
- Interacted with guests on a regular basis to ensure satisfaction with meals served at catered functions.
- Resolved customer inquiries and concerns promptly to enhance satisfaction.
- Trained new employees in proper meal preparation techniques, customer service etiquette, and safety protocols.
- Provided feedback to chefs on menu changes or improvements that should be made based on customer preferences.
- Inspected kitchen equipment regularly to make sure it was clean and functioning properly.
- Made sure the rooms and or carts were set up and ready to go for food.
Education
Arlington High School
Arlington , OHServe Safe - Culinary
Millstream Career Center
FINDLAY, OH 08.2016 - 05.2018
Skills
- Food preparation
- Meal preparation
- Kitchen safety
- Equipment operation
- Food allergy awareness
- Inventory management
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Customer service
- Problem solving
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Kitchen Prep Cook
Chick-fil-A
05.2026 - Current
Catering Supervisor
Eric Kronk
06.2018 - 07.2025
Serve Safe - Culinary
Millstream Career Center
08.2016 - 05.2018
Arlington High School