Kassidi Tillich
Irvine
Summary
Team-oriented prep cook with several years of hands-on experience preparing food in fast-paced eating environments. Skilled in kitchen sanitization, basic cooking and ingredient measurement and assembly. Hardworking and punctual individual possessing excellent manual dexterity and familiarity of kitchen safety and health rules.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Prep Cook
Applied Medical
Rancho Santa Margarita
03.2025 - Current
- Prepared ingredients by washing, chopping, and measuring for daily meal production.
- Operated kitchen equipment such as slicers, mixers, and ovens following safety protocols.
- Maintained organized prep stations, ensuring smooth service during high-volume meal periods.
- Assisted with packaging, labeling, and staging food for off-site deliveries and event setups, enhancing logistical efficiency.
- Performed inventory checks and helped manage ingredient supplies to support event preparation.
- Reduced waste through proper product rotation, portion control and efficient prep techniques.
- Trained new staff on basic cooking techniques and kitchen safety practices, contributing to team readiness.
Line Cook
Rubios Costal Grill
Rancho Santa Margarita
08.2021 - 11.2023
- Prepared fresh ingredients for daily menu items, enhancing overall quality and flavor.
- Cooked various seafood and grill items according to established recipes and standards.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen areas following health and safety regulations.
- Prepared and assembled customer orders accurately in a fast-paced, high-volume food service environment.
- Stocked and replenished ingredients throughout shift to support uninterrupted service.
- Followed food safety, sanitation and temperature-control procedures in accordance with company standards.
- Enhanced customer experience through friendly service and accurate order fulfillment.
- Executed basic knife skills, ensuring precision in ingredient preparation for menu items.
Education
Trabuco Hills High School
Mission Viejo, CASkills
- Food preparation
- Kitchen safety
- Cooking techniques
- Quality control
- Customer service
- Ingredient preparation
- Efficient multitasking
- Workstation maintenance
- Cleaning and organization
- Active listener
Certification
- Food Handlers safety certification; Completed March 2025
Affiliations
- Enjoys hikes
- Art(scrapbooking and drawing)
- Cooking and baking
- Absolute cat lover
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Prep Cook
Applied Medical
03.2025 - Current
Line Cook
Rubios Costal Grill
08.2021 - 11.2023
Trabuco Hills High School