Casey Vest
Beaver,WV
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented Cake Decorator with expertise in custom cake consultations and expert piping techniques at Kroger. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction through creative themed cake designs and strong communication skills. Committed to maintaining food safety compliance while fostering a collaborative team environment. I believe in being consistent with daily tasks and time. Customers know that when they approach me they will always get a friendly greeting with a smile and I will do what it takes to make sure they are completely satisfied.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cake Decorator
Kroger
- Decorated cakes for various occasions, ensuring high-quality presentation and consistency.
- Collaborated with team members to design seasonal display cakes, enhancing visual merchandising.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of decorating station, adhering to food safety standards.
- Assisted customers with cake selection, providing personalized recommendations based on preferences.
Bakery Clerk
Kroger
- Assisted customers with bakery product selections and inquiries.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of bakery displays and equipment.
- Operated baking equipment, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Monitored inventory levels, restocking items to ensure availability.
Deli Department Manager
Kroger
Beckley, WV
09.2019 - 01.2026
- Managed daily deli operations, ensuring product quality and compliance with safety standards.
- Trained and mentored team members on food preparation techniques and customer service best practices.
- Implemented inventory control measures to reduce waste and optimize stock levels.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by developing new product offerings based on customer feedback.
COTA-L
Genesis Rehabilitation Services
White Sulphur Springs, WV
06.2008 - 10.2011
- Analyzed patient evaluations to design individualized treatment plans that effectively address rehabilitation needs.
- Collaborated with occupational therapists to design and monitor therapeutic interventions, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Worked in Skilled Nursing Facilities with Med A an Med B part patients.
- Traveled between Genesis to multiple buildings ensuring all care was complete and goals were assessed according to each patient
- Delivered comprehensive education on therapeutic exercises and mobility techniques to facilitate enhanced recovery for patients and families.
- Maintained accurate records of patient treatment responses, reinforcing compliance with organizational guidelines.
COTA-L
Greenbrier Nursing & Rehab Center
Ronceverte, WV
2006 - 2008
- Assisted in developing individualized treatment plans for patients based on evaluations and rehabilitation goals.
- Collaborated with occupational therapists to implement therapeutic interventions and monitor patient progress.
- Educated patients and families on therapeutic exercises and mobility techniques to enhance recovery outcomes.
- Documented patient responses to treatments accurately, ensuring compliance with organizational standards.
- Traveled between Skilled Nursing Facilities and the Physical Therapy and Fitness center.
Sales Associate
Performance Bike
Lester, WV
06.2004 - 2006
- Assisted customers in product selection and provided knowledge on bike features and benefits.
- Maintained continued education on Bike products and performance gear and FDA Approved products.
- Processed transactions efficiently using POS system, completing transactions via telephone and completing orders via computer thru online and catalog ordering
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily sales goals and enhance customer experience
- Met Weekly goals to obtain membership sales goals.
Education
Athletic Training
Salem International University
WVAssociate of Science - Occupational Therapy
Mountain State University
Beckley, WV05-2006
Skills
Cake decoration
Food handling safety
Precise Hand-eye coordination
Custom cake consultations
Icing techniques
Strong communication skills
Food safety
Food safety compliance
Themed cake creation
Expert piping techniques
Stock rotation
Glazing and icing application
Airbrushing techniques
Design Techniques
Quality control
Continuous learning and adaptation
Baking machinery
Production and processing
Production-driven
Decorating skills
Color theory
Baking equipment
Color mixing skills
Hospitality and accommodation
Team cooperation
Critical thinking
Equipment cleaning
Supply ordering
Order taking
Damage identification
Certification
Have maintained a food safety certification from September 2019 to October 2025.
While in the Occupational Therapy field I maintained Certification and Licensure as required per OT Board standards along with First Aide and CPR Certification.
Timeline
Deli Department Manager
Kroger
09.2019 - 01.2026
COTA-L
Genesis Rehabilitation Services
06.2008 - 10.2011
Sales Associate
Performance Bike
06.2004 - 2006
Cake Decorator
Kroger
Bakery Clerk
Kroger
COTA-L
Greenbrier Nursing & Rehab Center
2006 - 2008
Athletic Training
Salem International University
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy
Mountain State University