Josie Cannedy
Kennewick,WA
Summary
Meticulous prep cook with expertise in food safety compliance, inventory management, and recipe execution. Proven ability to maintain clean and organized workspaces while supporting team efforts to enhance customer satisfaction.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Prep Cook
Lourdes Medical Center
Pasco, Washington
01.2022 - 08.2026
- Prepared and assembled ingredients for daily meal services.
- Prepped vegetables and ingredients by washing, chopping and dicing.
- Measured ingredients accurately using measuring cups and spoons.
- Followed recipes to prepare meals according to customer specifications.
- Assisted chefs in cooking and plating meals, enhancing service efficiency during peak hours.
- Prepared dishes in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with teammates to uphold high customer satisfaction.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas and equipment to ensure food safety standards.
- Followed food safety guidelines to ensure safe food handling.
- Adhered strictly to safety regulations while handling sharp knives or operating machinery.
- Operated kitchen equipment including slicers, mixers, and ovens.
- Operated grills, ovens, and other kitchen equipment for meal preparation.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline food preparation processes.
- Communicated effectively with team members to support service flow.
- Stocked supplies and monitored inventory levels for kitchen needs.
- Organized and labeled stock of ingredients to maintain needed inventory levels.
- Monitored inventory levels of all kitchen items and placed orders when needed.
- Inspected food items for freshness before preparation.
- Organized walk-in coolers and freezers according to established guidelines.
- Trained and developed new team members on food preparation techniques and kitchen operations.
- Completed special orders according to customer dietary needs.
- Assisted in serving meals to customers as needed.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Monitored inventory levels of all kitchen items and placed orders when needed.
Breakfast Attendant
Hampton Inn
Kennewick, Washington
05.2018 - 05.2021
- Prepared and set up breakfast buffet for hotel guests daily.
- Assisted guests with food options and dietary needs during breakfast service.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of dining area throughout service hours.
Cook
Burger King
Kennewick, Washington
11.2009 - 11.2018
- Prepared food items according to company standards and safety guidelines.
- Operated kitchen equipment, including grills, fryers, and toasters efficiently.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace during food preparation shifts.
Education
High School Diploma -
Llamas Institute
Mariveles Bataan Philippines03-1984
Skills
- Food preparation
- Recipe execution
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Food safety compliance
- Safe food handling
- Inventory management
- Ingredient sourcing
- Menu planning
- Menu adaptation
- Preparation speed
- Food presentation
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Prep Cook
Lourdes Medical Center
01.2022 - 08.2026
Breakfast Attendant
Hampton Inn
05.2018 - 05.2021
Cook
Burger King
11.2009 - 11.2018
High School Diploma -
Llamas Institute