Catherine Benson
North Andover,MA
Summary
Dependable Cook with expertise preparing foods in fast-paced settings. Team-minded professional knowledgeable in food safety, attractive presentation and stock management. Efficient multitasker with talents in recipe management and development.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pet Care Specialist
Monumentails Pet Care Service
10.2022 - Current
- Handled animals safely and remained calm in different situations.
- Kept kennels clean, tidy and spaces stocked with items for pet or staff needs.
- Worked closely with veterinary team to evaluate and improve pet care.
- Confidently supervised pets independently for continuous hours.
Catering Assistant
Instawork Staffing Agency
06.2021 - 07.2022
- Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
- Maintained professional black-bistro presentation.
- Promoted a comfortable and fulfilling environment for guests for seamless service.
- Helped chefs prepare and present food to event guests with strong attention to detail and presentation expertise.
- Responded to customer inquiries and resolved complaints to establish trust and increase satisfaction.
Bartender
Summer Shack
08.2020 - 04.2021
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
Line Cook
Stacheys Pizza
08.2018 - 07.2020
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
Education
Associate of Arts - Fine Arts
North Shore Community College
Danvers, MA05.2023
Skills
- Excellent communication with the ability to work in a team and provide exceptional customer service
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
- Confident ability to uphold responsibilities independently for continuous hours
- ServSafe food manager training
- Willingness to learn and adapt to new tasks and responsibilities as needed
- Knowledge of cooking techniques and the ability to follow recipes accurately
Certification
CPR
EMT-B
Languages
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Pet Care Specialist
Monumentails Pet Care Service
10.2022 - Current
Catering Assistant
Instawork Staffing Agency
06.2021 - 07.2022
Bartender
Summer Shack
08.2020 - 04.2021
Line Cook
Stacheys Pizza
08.2018 - 07.2020
Associate of Arts - Fine Arts
North Shore Community College
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