Christine J. Kuster

Catering and Events
August 12, 1998

About Candidate

NACE-certified caterer with 3½ years of experience creating meal plans for large group events, transportation, logistics, and serving guests at social functions and private parties. Successfully carried out catering for over 500 events, with 25 of them serving a crowd of over 1,000 guests. Eliminated 50% more food waste with new serving strategy. Seeking to leverage my catering skills, talent for organization, and personable attitude to become a catering manager with Hounslow Events.

Education

B
Bachelor of Arts in Culinary Arts Management Graduation: 2015
Florida Culinary Institute

Relevant Coursework: Culinary Arts, Hospitality Human Resources, Professional Baking, Food & Beverage Cost Control, Fundamentals of Catering & Hospitality.

Work & Experience

C
Catering & Events Specialist
Southeast Primetime

Gathered together all food supplies, utensils, decorations, heating elements, and serving trays needed for each catering event.

C
Catering Assistant
Damian’s Catering Services

- Stocked and maintained necessary food supplies, serving equipment, and single-use utensils. - Reported counts and suggested ordering quantities to catering director for weekly purchasing. - Handled setup and takedown of all catering furniture and cooking equipment at each event. - Adhered to all food safety and personal safety requirements and procedures.