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Katie McCahan

Bozeman,MT

Summary

Enthusiastic and motivated prep cook, capable of delivering high quality ingredients and dishes in a professional manner. My most recent experience was as a private chef aboard the Renaissance, a 73 ft sailing yacht, chartered to guests in the Guna Yala Territory (San Blas Islands) off the eastern coast of Panama. Adept at time management and organization, I used my strong work ethic and attention to detail to provide food that was conscientious of dietary restrictions and wholly satisfying. My proficiency with cooking equipment and ability to function as a team player were crucial to thriving as a chef on a boat, ensuring high-quality, safe, and appealing dishes for guests. In my judgement, it would be advantageous to hire me due to these reasons and other attributes including being open to feedback, excited to learn, and having a positive attitude.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Private Chef

Rennaisance.travel
06.2024 - 09.2024
  • Planned, prepared and cooked daily meals for guests onboard. Meals included fresh bread, breakfast, lunch, afternoon snack, dinner and desert. Guests stayed from 2-6 nights, so I operated with a rotating meal plan based on dietary needs/wants.
  • Managed the ordering of vegetables, fruits, and dry goods to supply weekly needs for both guests and crew.
  • Incorporated fresh, local ingredients including seafood such as octopus, fish, and lobster.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace to maximize efficiency and sanitation in the small area of the bellow-deck kitchen.
  • Implemented creative presentation techniques that added visual appeal to dishes while maintaining taste quality.

Line Cook

Jam!
11.2020 - 02.2021
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak operation hours, maintaining quality and presentation despite high order demand.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing.

Prep and Line Cook

Mackenzie River Pizza
03.2015 - 04.2017
  • Prepared ingredients for restaurant use, including vegetables, sauces, dressings, meats, and dough.
  • Became familiar with operating various culinary tools, functioning as a team player in a restaurant setting, and maintaining a clean workspace.
  • Worked with a team of line cooks to plate multiple dishes at once, including pizzas, sandwiches, salads, and pastas.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Fish And Wildlife Ecology And Management

Montana State University
Bozeman, MT
05-2021

Skills

  • Sanitation and safety knowledge
  • Cooking equipment proficiency
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Attention to Detail
  • Food plating and presentation
  • Great team member and communicator
  • Effective and efficient preparation of ingredients
  • Good time management

Timeline

Private Chef

Rennaisance.travel
06.2024 - 09.2024

Line Cook

Jam!
11.2020 - 02.2021

Prep and Line Cook

Mackenzie River Pizza
03.2015 - 04.2017

Bachelor of Science - Fish And Wildlife Ecology And Management

Montana State University
Katie McCahan