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Cassie Anderson

Lynnwood,WA

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Compass Group USA, excelling in food safety and customer service. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction through high-quality meal preparation and effective teamwork. Skilled in knife techniques and kitchen organization, consistently delivering visually appealing dishes while adhering to strict dietary restrictions.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Cook Operator

Compass Group USA
02.2023 - 07.2025
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by preparing high-quality meals in a timely manner.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering open communication channels among team members regarding best practices and areas for improvement.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth workflow and consistent delivery of well-prepared dishes.
  • Ensured compliance with all health department regulations through regular inspections and cleaning routines.
  • Adhered to strict dietary restrictions while creating flavorful meals for customers with specific needs.
  • Trained new staff members on proper cooking techniques, equipment usage, and kitchen safety procedures.
  • Maintained clean and organized kitchen workspace for optimal efficiency and safety standards.
  • Prepared food items according to recipe to drive quality and consistency.
  • Worked in fast-paced environment with sense of urgency to serve guests quickly.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Understood cooking techniques and fundamentals to maximize safe food handling.
  • Cleaned and sanitized work areas, utensils and equipment.
  • Operated grills, fryers and ovens to cook food items.
  • Followed company recipes and production standards to satisfy customers.
  • Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
  • Packaged, arranged and labeled ingredient stock, storing at established temperatures.
  • Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
  • Monitored food temperatures to meet quality and safety standards.

Assistant Deli Manager

Super 1 Foods
07.2018 - 03.2023
  • Trained new team members in proper food handling techniques, equipment usage, and company policies.
  • Provided excellent customer service by addressing inquiries promptly and professionally while maintaining a helpful demeanor.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and product knowledge.
  • Increased sales through effective merchandising and attractive product displays.
  • Established a positive atmosphere within the department by promoting open communication channels among team members at all times.
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to food safety guidelines and procedures.
  • Prepared and placed meat cuts and products in display counter to catch shopper's eye and boost sales.
  • Operated slicer and price computing scale to accurately slice, weigh and label meat products.
  • Controlled freshness of products by rotating and removing out of code merchandise.
  • Attended to customers by taking orders, resolving complaints and issues and operating cash register to take payments.
  • Trained, supervised and evaluated deli staff to align compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Observed quality assurance standards to optimize freshness of deli products.
  • Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
  • Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
  • Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing beverage products consistently while creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health department standards.
  • Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
  • Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
  • Inspected equipment and machinery for proper working condition and directed staff to clean and repair as needed.

Sushi Maker

Ace Sushi
03.2022 - 02.2023
  • Maintained a clean and organized workstation, ensuring compliance with food safety standards.
  • Ensured proper storage of raw fish and seafood ingredients to maintain optimal freshness and taste.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by preparing visually appealing and delicious sushi dishes.
  • Utilized expert knife skills for precise cuts of fish and other ingredients, resulting in consistent presentation across all dishes.
  • Created customized sushi rolls based on customer preferences, resulting in increased repeat business.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Prepared high-quality seafood, rice and ingredients for sushi.
  • Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
  • Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
  • Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts

The University of Montana
Missoula, MT
06-2015

Skills

  • Food safety
  • Knife skills
  • Adaptability in kitchen
  • Sanitation protocols
  • Frying techniques
  • Food presentation
  • Measuring ingredients
  • Kitchen equipment operation
  • Roasting methods
  • Allergen awareness
  • Sauce preparation
  • Nutrition
  • Special diets
  • Batch cooking
  • Baking proficiency
  • Workstation organization
  • Prep work efficiency
  • Cooking temperatures
  • Sanitation procedures
  • Portion control
  • Dietary restrictions
  • Teamwork
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Organizational skills

Timeline

Cook Operator

Compass Group USA
02.2023 - 07.2025

Sushi Maker

Ace Sushi
03.2022 - 02.2023

Assistant Deli Manager

Super 1 Foods
07.2018 - 03.2023

Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts

The University of Montana

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