Gillian Rea
Blaine
Summary
Ambitious and hard-working undergraduate seeking to expand my experience in nutrition, customer service, organization, and hospitality. Passionate about healthcare, community service, health promotion and working in dynamic environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Seasonal Barista/Prep Cook
L&L Bakery
Blaine, WA
05.2024 - 02.2026
- Provides support to head baker, prepping food products and kitchen organization
- Provides B2B customer services, facilitating wholesale orders and delivering products
- Runs booth at hosted events
Household Meal Prep Coordinator
Blaine, WA
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Planned and prepared customized gluten-free meals for a family
- Created weekly menus based on dietary needs and preferences
- Managed grocery shopping and ingredient sourcing
- Maintained kitchen organization and food safety standards
Busser/Expediter/Host
Semiahmoo Packers Kitchen + Bar
Blaine, WA
06.2022 - 08.2024
- Welcomed and seated guests, managed reservations and table rotation
- Provided attentive customer service by answering menu questions and coordinating special requests with kitchen staff
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining areas by bussing and setting tables
- Assisted servers with drink refills, food delivery, and guest needs
- Expedited food orders in the kitchen by coordinating communication between cooks and servers to ensure accuracy and timely delivery
- Verified plating presentation, special modifications, and order completeness
- Collaborated with front- and back-of-house teams to maintain smooth operations and organized to go orders
Education
B.Sc. - Food Nutrition and Health
University of British Columbia
04-2027
Skills
- Customer Service
- Adaptability
- Communication
- Food Preparation/Service
- Time Management
- Team Player
Timeline
Household Meal Prep Coordinator
05.2025 - 08.2025
Seasonal Barista/Prep Cook
L&L Bakery
05.2024 - 02.2026
Busser/Expediter/Host
Semiahmoo Packers Kitchen + Bar
06.2022 - 08.2024
B.Sc. - Food Nutrition and Health
University of British Columbia