Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline

Katherine Hogan

Seymour,MO

Summary

Adept at multitasking and maintaining high standards of cleanliness, I excelled in roles at Highland Springs Country Club and other esteemed venues, showcasing my ability to enhance kitchen productivity and reduce waste. My expertise in safe food handling and a knack for efficient kitchen organization are complemented by a proven track record of developing innovative menu items, demonstrating both hard and soft skills critical to culinary success.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Prep Cook

Dining By Design
10.2024 - 12.2024
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
  • Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
  • Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Reduced food waste by properly storing ingredients and monitoring expiration dates.
  • Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
  • Operated dishwasher and manually washed dishes to clean all chinaware, silverware, and cooking utensils.

Cashier

Walmart
08.2023 - 09.2024
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.

Chef

Baptist Home of the Ozarks
04.2023 - 08.2023
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Upheld stringent food safety regulations, ensuring compliance with all relevant health department guidelines.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Adhere to Portion Control and Dietary Needs Per Resident

Pantry Chef

Highland Springs Country Club
04.2021 - 12.2022


  • Assisted in training new hires on proper food handling techniques and kitchen procedures, ensuring consistent quality across all dishes prepared.
  • Improved efficiency within the kitchen environment by proactively anticipating needs of fellow chefs and providing necessary support where needed.
  • Developed new menu items in collaboration with the head chef, incorporating seasonal ingredients and current culinary trends.
  • Assisted in the planning and execution of special events, such as weddings and corporate dinners, showcasing creativity and flexibility in adapting recipes to suit client preferences.
  • Excelled under pressure during high-volume service periods while maintaining attention to detail in dish preparation.
  • Assisted with menu development and planning.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts

Le Cordon Bleu, Scottsdale
05-2017

Skills

  • Basic cooking techniques
  • Highly motivated
  • Knife skills
  • Cutting techniques
  • Recipes and menu planning
  • Food presentation
  • Adherence to recipes
  • Plating and presentation
  • Menu planning
  • Baking technique

Timeline

Prep Cook - Dining By Design
10.2024 - 12.2024
Cashier - Walmart
08.2023 - 09.2024
Chef - Baptist Home of the Ozarks
04.2023 - 08.2023
Pantry Chef - Highland Springs Country Club
04.2021 - 12.2022
Le Cordon Bleu - Associate of Applied Science, Culinary Arts
Katherine Hogan