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Leah Waterstripe

Traverse City

Summary

Detail-oriented line cook with proven reliability and food safety knowledge. Committed to maintaining organized workspaces and delivering exceptional customer service in fast-paced environments.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Line Cook

9 Bean Rows
Suttons Bay, MI
05.2025 - Current
  • Prepared ingredients following standardized recipes and safety protocols.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace to ensure efficient operations.
  • Assisted in food plating and presentation to enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with team members to meet meal service deadlines during peak hours.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on timing of dish completion.

Environmental Science Lab Assistant

Northwestern Michigan College
Traverse City, MI
05.2025 - Current
  • Assisted in inventory management, tracking supplies and materials for optimal usage.
  • Improved laboratory efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace, ensuring smooth operations.
  • Prepared chemical solutions accurately according to specifications provided by researchers, ensuring consistent experimental conditions throughout each project phase.

Retail Sales Associate

Harborview Lavender Farm and Nursery
Traverse City, MI
05.2023 - 04.2025
  • Processed sales transactions accurately using point-of-sale system, ensuring efficient checkout procedures.
  • Trained new associates on product knowledge and customer service techniques, improving team performance.
  • Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
  • Maintained a clean and organized store environment, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.

Education

Associate of Science - Freshwater Studies

Northwestern Michigan College
Traverse City, MI
05-2028

Level 1 Culinary Arts Certificate - Culinary Arts

NMC: Great Lakes Culinary Institute
Traverse City, MI
05-2028

High School Diploma -

Central High School
Traverse City
06-2024

Skills

  • Cleaning and organization
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management
  • Reliable and trustworthy
  • Food safety knowledge
  • Professional attitude
  • Food preparation
  • Team coordination
  • Wholesale distribution

Certification

  • ServSafe Food Protection Manager

Timeline

Line Cook

9 Bean Rows
05.2025 - Current

Environmental Science Lab Assistant

Northwestern Michigan College
05.2025 - Current

Retail Sales Associate

Harborview Lavender Farm and Nursery
05.2023 - 04.2025

Associate of Science - Freshwater Studies

Northwestern Michigan College

Level 1 Culinary Arts Certificate - Culinary Arts

NMC: Great Lakes Culinary Institute

High School Diploma -

Central High School