Katie Grimshaw
mildenhall ,Suffolk
Summary
Dedicated culinary professional with expertise in food plating techniques and a strong focus on customer satisfaction. Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of cultural cuisines and nutritional standards, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. Known for maintaining a professional appearance and composure, while excelling in hospitality and team collaboration. Committed to enhancing the dining experience through empathy towards customers and a keen sense of urgency. Career goal: to leverage culinary skills in a dynamic environment that values innovation and excellence in service.
Passionate Catering Assistant with expertise in high quality [Type] preparations. Diligent in ensuring optimum food and safety hygiene, meeting quality standards and providing a can-do attitude to any task.
Friendly and reliable, equipped with exceptional customer service skills and strong ability to work in fast-paced environments. Demonstrates proficiency in communication and teamwork, vital for ensuring seamless operations. Ready to contribute positively to [Desired Position] role.
Experienced in catering industry with focus on delivering high-quality customer service and maintaining hygiene standards. Capable of preparing and presenting food to meet various dietary needs and preferences. Equipped with strong teamwork abilities and commitment to creating positive dining experience.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Catering assistant
tns catering
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
2025.05 - 2026.04
- Assisted in the preparation of buffet services, enhancing event experiences for clients.
- Adhered to portion control guidelines whilst serving meals, maintaining cost effectiveness.
- Supported head chef in meal planning and menu development to cater to various tastes and dietary needs.
- Implemented hygiene protocols throughout daily duties ensuring safe food handling.
- Ensured freshness of ingredients by properly storing them according to food hygiene standards.
- Collaborated with other team members for smooth catering operations during events.
- Set up dining areas for special events, improving the overall ambiance.
- Provided excellent customer service, ensuring guest satisfaction.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen area to ensure health and safety regulations were met.
- Upheld presentation standards by arranging food items attractively on serving trays and tables.
- Enhanced customer experience by promptly addressing queries and complaints.
- Served food and beverages to dining guests with outstanding customer service.
- Cleaned preparation areas thoroughly to avoid cross-contamination.
- Addressed customer questions and concerns with knowledge of menu items, ingredients and allergens.
- Maintained skills across various kitchen roles, providing support in alternative positions during staff absences.
- Upheld outstanding levels of cleanliness through methodical clean-as-you-go approach.
- Ensured cleanliness and usability of crockery, cutlery and utensils for smooth-running, high-functioning kitchen operations.
- Carefully prepared ingredients in accordance with menus, portion control and agreed quality standards.
- Stored clean tableware, platters and chaffing dishes in designated areas after each catering event.
- Prepared food for high-capacity events to strict schedules.
- Portioned ingredients and garnishes to ready kitchen teams for service.
- Cleaned refrigerators, freezers and dry storage spaces to minimise contamination.
Nursery practitioner
cambridge day nursery
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
2021.09 - 2024.07
- Delivered high-quality childcare services, ensuring a comforting atmosphere for all attendees.
- Provided support during meal times, encouraging balanced diets for better health.
- Enhanced emotional development of children with use of empathy-focussed group activities.
- Prepared daily activity schedules that promoted fun-filled learning experiences for children.
- Incorporated songs and rhymes into daily routines, enhancing toddlers' speech abilities.
- Developed stronger language skills in children by implementing creative storytelling sessions.
- Adhered strictly to hygiene standards whilst preparing meals and snacks; ensured overall well-being of children.
- Fostered creativity amongst young learners through organised arts and crafts sessions.
- Collaborated closely with other practitioners to create engaging lesson plans catered to different learning styles.
- Promoted inclusivity within the classroom using diverse teaching materials and practices.
- Planned educational games to stimulate cognitive growth in toddlers.
- Participated actively in team meetings and trainings; stayed updated on latest childcare best practices.
- Assessed individual learning needs of each child; tailored teaching methods accordingly.
- Assisted with nap times which contributed to improved energy levels among students throughout the day.
- Cultivated positive relationships with parents and carers; kept them informed about their child's achievements and areas for improvement.
- Maintained detailed records of each child's progress, facilitating personalised care and learning plans.
- Improved fine motor skills in children by introducing age-appropriate crafting activities.
Education
GCSEs -
north cambridge academy
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire 2016.09 - 2021.05
Skills
- Food plating techniques
- Empathy towards customers
- Customer satisfaction focus
- Cultural cuisine knowledge
- Maintaining professional appearance
- Food safety standards compliance
- Professional composure
- Nutritional knowledge
- Garnishing techniques
- Personal hygiene awareness
- Sense of urgency
- Kitchen cleaning procedures
- Team player
- Hospitality expertise
- Health and safety training
Timeline
Catering assistant
tns catering
2025.05 - 2026.04
Nursery practitioner
cambridge day nursery
2021.09 - 2024.07
GCSEs -
north cambridge academy
2016.09 - 2021.05