Katie Faber
Yukon
Summary
Versatile Back of House Team Member with progressive experience at every level from dishwasher to kitchen manager. Understands total restaurant operations and food preparation techniques that result in satisfied and loyal customers. Thrives in bustling restaurant settings and models energy and enthusiasm with constant focus on food safety.
Dependable Back of House Team Member with experience in managing high-volume kitchen operations. Strong skills in inventory management, food safety compliance, and team collaboration. Known for improving operational efficiency and maintaining cleanliness standards. Demonstrated impact by successfully reducing waste and optimizing resources in previous roles.
Skilled food preparation team member experienced in readying cold foods, sides and beverages. Reliable in keeping surfaces clean and sanitized for infection control. Always ready to help team members and customers.
Hardworking professional with skills in food preparation, cleaning and supply management. Focused on food safety and quick service for customers. Specializes in food.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
2026
2026
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Back of House Team Member
Olive Garden
Oklahoma City
09.2025 - Current
- Prepared ingredients for daily menu items efficiently and consistently.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in kitchen and storage areas daily.
- Assisted culinary team with food preparation and cooking tasks as needed.
- Followed safety and sanitation standards to ensure a safe work environment.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely while adhering to operation guidelines.
- Collaborated with team members to support smooth kitchen operations during service.
- Stocked supplies and ingredients to ensure adequate availability for meal preparation.
- Monitored food quality during preparation to maintain Olive Garden's standards.
- Maintained communication between front-of-house staff members and back-of-house team members throughout service periods.
- Prepared, cooked and presented food safely and quickly to meet restaurant's standards.
- Organized storage space for food items to ensure efficient retrieval during busy times.
- Cleaned work areas, equipment and utensils after use to maintain a safe and sanitary environment.
- Performed additional duties as requested by management team members.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations within the kitchen environment.
- Labeled and stored raw food and ingredients in appropriate storage rooms, refrigerators and freezers.
- Transferred supplies and equipment between storage and work areas by observing safe lifting standards.
- Stocked kitchen with necessary supplies, such as food items and cleaning products.
- Assisted in the preparation of ingredients for dishes, including washing, chopping and marinating.
- Monitored stock levels and communicated when ordering was required.
- Supported chefs in food production, ensuring that all dishes were cooked to customer satisfaction.
- Segregated and removed trash and garbage to place in designated containers.
- Seasoned food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
- Set up serving stations prior to meal service periods.
- Operated manual or electric appliances to clean, peel, slice and trim foods.
- Provided support during special events or functions held on site.
- Inspected kitchen equipment regularly for functionality and cleanliness.
- Disposed of rubbish in accordance with company policies.
- Substituted for or assisted other cooks during emergencies or rush periods.
- Carried out basic maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs or unblocking drains.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on kitchen equipment, reporting any malfunctions for prompt repair.
- Assisted in conducting inventory audits, ensuring accuracy in stock levels and identifying discrepancies.
- Trained new back of house team members, sharing knowledge and best practices for kitchen operations.
- Collaborated with front of house staff to ensure timely delivery of orders, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Assisted in developing kitchen procedures to optimize workflow and improve overall efficiency.
- Adapted to changing menu requirements, learning new recipes and techniques to expand culinary skills.
- Implemented food waste reduction strategies, contributing to cost savings and environmental sustainability.
- Monitored food temperatures throughout preparation and storage to comply with food safety regulations.
- Responded to feedback from customers and front of house staff, making adjustments to food preparation as needed.
- Handled multiple food orders simultaneously, prioritizing tasks to meet tight deadlines.
- Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
- Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.
- Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
- Stored food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.
- Distributed food to waiters and waitresses to serve customers.
- Cut or sliced meat, poultry and seafood to prepare for cooking.
Crew Member
Snow Zone
Yukon
03.2025 - 09.2025
- Provided excellent customer service in fast-paced food environment.
- Prepared and assembled menu items according to company standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining and kitchen areas.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently during peak hours.
- Handled cash transactions accurately at the register.
- Followed health and safety regulations consistently throughout shifts.
- Performed cashier duties such as taking orders, collecting payments and providing change.
- Completed opening and closing tasks such as setting up workstations, cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Served food quickly for positive guest experiences.
Baker
Eileen's Colossal Cookies
Yukon
02.2025 - 09.2025
- Mixed doughs and batters for cookies and baked goods.
- Operated ovens and baking equipment to produce fresh products.
- Decorated cookies with icing and toppings for presentation.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations and baking areas.
- Assisted in inventory management of baking supplies and ingredients.
- Followed recipes to ensure consistent product quality and taste.
- Collaborated with team members to meet production demands efficiently.
- Provided exceptional customer service during product sales and inquiries.
- Cleaned work areas, utensils, equipment and surfaces between batches of products.
- Operated ovens and other equipment to bake products according to established recipes.
- Followed food safety guidelines while preparing all food items.
- Ensured that all health regulations were followed at all times while working in the kitchen.
- Collaborated with other bakers on staff to complete tasks efficiently within set deadlines.
- Packaged finished products into boxes or containers for delivery or sale in store.
- Measured, mixed and prepped raw materials according to company specifications and recipes.
- Kept records of daily production numbers for each type of item produced.
- Provided customer service by answering questions about menu items or taking orders from customers.
- Checked baked goods periodically during baking process to ensure desired results were achieved.
- Monitored temperature of ovens and adjusted accordingly to maintain consistency in baking times.
- Adhered to company policies regarding storage, handling and preparation of food items.
- Rotated stock as needed to keep freshness intact.
- Designed appealing product displays to maintain unique presentation.
- Created attractive dessert trays for catering events.
- Stocked shelves with freshly-baked goods throughout the day as needed.
- Reviewed expiration dates on items and removed expired products from stock to maintain quality.
- Organized store by returning merchandise to proper areas and restocked displays.
- Met with customers to discuss needed bakery items and take orders.
- Wrapped items in plastic in preparation for display and to sell to customers.
Crew Member
City Bites
Yukon
09.2023 - 12.2024
- Provided excellent customer service in fast-paced food environment.
- Prepared and assembled menu items according to company standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining and kitchen areas.
- Assisted team members with order fulfillment and inventory management.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently during peak hours.
- Handled cash transactions accurately at the register.
- Collaborated with colleagues to ensure smooth restaurant operations.
- Followed health and safety regulations consistently throughout shifts.
- Performed cashier duties such as taking orders, collecting payments and providing change.
- Served food quickly for positive guest experiences.
- Completed opening and closing tasks such as setting up workstations, cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Cleaned restaurant area by sweeping floors, wiping tables and emptying trash receptacles.
- Provided excellent customer service to maintain a positive atmosphere for guests.
- Kept restaurant lobby, front counter and restrooms neat and clean throughout shift.
- Organized and restocked supplies to support operations and team productivity.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Interacted pleasantly with guests to deliver quality customer service.
- Packaged menu items into bags or trays and placed drink orders into carriers.
- Maintained organized storage areas for food products, beverages and restaurant supplies.
- Took orders from patrons and input selections into store computer system.
- Followed all safety guidelines while operating equipment such as slicers, fryers and ovens.
- Packed fast food products in approved containers, cups, and bags.
- Entered orders into computer system to send order details to kitchen, mentioning customers' special requests and food allergies in person.
- Drove team success by quickly completing assigned tasks.
- Upheld high standards of productivity and quality in operations.
- Presented orders to guests within anticipated service times.
- Adhered to health department regulations regarding food handling procedures.
- Checked expiration dates on all products before serving them to customers.
- Monitored quality of food served to ensure it met company standards for presentation and temperature.
- Prepared quality products while maintaining portion control and presentation within service goal times.
- Assisted in the preparation of food items such as sandwiches, salads and pizzas.
- Answered phone calls promptly to provide accurate information about menu items or prices.
- Organized dining room tables with condiments, napkins and other necessities prior to seating guests.
- Assisted management team with inventory counts of food products and beverage supplies.
- Maintained an organized work area to ensure efficient operations.
- Processed cash and credit card payments, promptly returning receipts, coin, bills and payment cards to customers.
- Talked pleasantly with customers while taking orders and promoted positive image for business.
- Restocked napkins, condiments and utensils at self-service areas during slow periods.
- Assembled and served meals according to specific guest requirements.
- Directed patrons to restrooms and other amenities within facility.
Education
Two Year Culinary Degree - Culinary Arts
Francis Tuttle Technology Center
Oklahoma City, OK 08.2025 - 01.2026
General Education Diploma Ged
Yukon, OKSkills
- Customer service
- Food preparation
- Safety compliance
- Kitchen organization
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Inventory management
- Recipe execution
- Quality assurance
- Temperature monitoring
- Portion control
- Menu planning
- Ingredient selection
- Workstation setup
- Cooking techniques
- Waste reduction
- Cleaning procedures
- Knife skills
- Stock rotation
- Food storage
- Cross-training
- Sanitation practices
- Vegetable preparation
- Broiling Skills
- Salad bar and buffet maintenance
- Steaming techniques
- Seasonal Ingredient Use
- Coffee brewing
- Sauce preparation
- Food preservation and storage methods
- Order fulfillment
- Time management abilities
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Meat cutting
- Fruit preparation
- Prepare ingredients
- Standards compliance
- Beverage service
- Multitasking
- Roasting techniques
- Product merchandising
- Oklahoma food handler certified
- Vegan cooking
- Organize supplies
- Knife use
- Food handlers card
- Buffet setup
- Decision-making
- Gluten-free cooking
- Portion out servings
- Accurate cash handling
- Safe handling
- Sandwich making
- Creative thinking
- Work station sanitation
- Food safety practices
- Sauce and dressing creation
- Heat Control Proficiency
- Meal tray assembly
- Safe food handling
- Flexible and adaptable
- Effective communication
- Food production
- Equipment operation
- Meat and vegetable preparation
- Cash register operation
- Professionalism
- Customer engagement
- Food presentation
- Kitchen equipment operation
- ServSafe food manager
Certification
- servsafe food handlers certification since september 2025
- servsafe allergens certification since october 2025
- servsafe manager certification since december 2025
References
Chef Jeff Waddle From Francis Tuttle Technology Center
Jeff.Waddle@francistuttle.edu
Chef Gene Letterman From Francis Tuttle Technology Center
Chef Anna Banda From Francis Tuttle Technology Center
abanda@francistuttle.edu
Timeline
Back of House Team Member
Olive Garden
09.2025 - Current
Two Year Culinary Degree - Culinary Arts
Francis Tuttle Technology Center
08.2025 - 01.2026
Crew Member
Snow Zone
03.2025 - 09.2025
Baker
Eileen's Colossal Cookies
02.2025 - 09.2025
Crew Member
City Bites
09.2023 - 12.2024
General Education Diploma Ged