Jessica Mandich
Madison,WI
Summary
Hardworking professional bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
22
22
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Line Cook
Capital Lakes Retirement
Madison, WI
05.2022 - 09.2025
- Prepared meals according to dietary guidelines for residents.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace .
- Followed safety and sanitation protocols in food preparation.
- Operated kitchen equipment, including ovens and grills, safely and efficiently.
- Adapted recipes to accommodate specific resident dietary needs.
Line Cook
Promega
Madison, WI
06.2021 - 03.2022
- Prepared meals for staff and guests.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace.
- Assisted in preservation of produce from the on site garden.
- Followed safety and sanitation protocols in food preparation.
- Operated kitchen equipment, including ovens and grills, safely and efficiently.
- Adapted recipes to accommodate specific resident dietary needs.
- Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
Food Service Director
Sisters of the Sorrowful Mother
Oshkosh, Wisconsin
06.2019 - 05.2020
- Managed daily food service operations for residents and staff.
- Developed menu plans that met dietary requirements and preferences.
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure compliance with safety standards.
Food Retail Catering Lead
UW-Madison
Madison
08.2012 - 06.2019
- Supervised staff during events at UW-Madison.
- Coordinated menu planning with kitchen teams.
- Provided guidance to kitchen staff on meal preparations according to recipes or special requests from customers.
- Trained new employees in proper food preparation techniques and safety protocols.
- Utilized POS system accurately when processing payments from customers.
- Ensured adherence to food safety and sanitation regulations while preparing meals.
- Monitored quality of food products before serving to guests.
- Trained new staff on food safety and service protocols.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant - Certified Nursing Assistant
Madison Area Technical College
Madison, WI 08.2004 - 08.2024
Culinary Arts
Madison Area Technical College
Madison, WI 08.1990 - 12.1992
Skills
- Meal preparation
- Food safety
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Recipe adaptation
- Portioning
- Food storage procedures
- Problem-solving
- Recipe adherence
- Prep work
- Professional attitude
- Cutting and slicing techniques
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Recipe creation
- Team leadership
Timeline
Line Cook
Capital Lakes Retirement
05.2022 - 09.2025
Line Cook
Promega
06.2021 - 03.2022
Food Service Director
Sisters of the Sorrowful Mother
06.2019 - 05.2020
Food Retail Catering Lead
UW-Madison
08.2012 - 06.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant - Certified Nursing Assistant
Madison Area Technical College
08.2004 - 08.2024
Culinary Arts
Madison Area Technical College
08.1990 - 12.1992