Anika Neptun
Grayslake,IL
Summary
Personable and detail-focused, bringing strong organizational skills and passion for culinary arts. Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices combined with fundamental cooking techniques and knife skills. Committed to contributing to positive dining experience through precise and efficient kitchen support.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Culinary Associate
CLC Willow Cafe
10.2024 - Current
- Support daily prep and service in a fast-moving cafe.
- Follow cooking methods and food safety rules.
Catering Assistant
Relish Catering
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Assisted in food preparation and presentation for diverse catering events.
- Collaborated with team members to execute seamless catering events for clients.
Hospitality/Culinary Associate
Black Star Farms
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Worked in a farm-to-table setting during peak season.
Culinary Intern
Beatrix (Lettuce Entertain You)
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
- Gained proficiency in multiple cooking techniques through hands-on experience in diverse kitchen environments.
Education
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts
College of Lake County
Grayslake, IL05.2026
Culinary Arts
Northwestern Michigan College
Traverse City, MISkills
- Knife skills
- Safe food handling
- Food presentation
- Sauce preparation
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Flexibility
- Teamwork
Certification
ServSafe Manager Certification (Fall 2024): Understanding safety and sanitation protocols.
Timeline
Student Culinary Associate
CLC Willow Cafe
10.2024 - Current
Catering Assistant
Relish Catering
05.2024 - 08.2024
Hospitality/Culinary Associate
Black Star Farms
09.2023 - 12.2023
Culinary Intern
Beatrix (Lettuce Entertain You)
06.2023 - 08.2023
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts
College of Lake County
Culinary Arts
Northwestern Michigan College