Mercy McGraw
Phoenix
Summary
Detail-oriented Catering Food Prep & Presentation Specialist skilled in deli production, barbecue, and high-volume assembly of platters, salads, and sandwiches. Expertise in crafting visually appealing displays and ensuring food safety in fast-paced settings. Committed to advancing within Buc-ee's, aiming for leadership roles such as assistant manager or manager.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Catering Food Prep & Presentation Specialist
Fat Freddy's Catering
Phoenix
02.2025 - Current
- Prepared sandwiches, salads, and catering platters, ensuring high quality and visual appeal for customer satisfaction
- Assembled deli trays, meat boards, and event displays to enhance presentation quality and adhere to company standards
- Handled barbecue and smoked meats, ensuring safe slicing, portioning, and packaging for optimal freshness and quality
- Maintains clean, organized prep stations during high-volume production
- Supports team members to meet deadlines for large catering orders
- Follows recipes and batch-prep instructions accurately
- Ensures proper labeling, storage, and rotation of all products
Deckhand
Nautical Bowls
Avondale
02.2024 - 11.2024
- Oversaw store opening and closing operations, ensuring smooth transitions and operational readiness.
- Managed inventory, restocked ingredients, and minimized waste.
- Coordinated setup and teardown processes for market operations, enhancing workflow and service delivery.
- Sustained high efficiency and productivity during peak service hours, contributing to customer satisfaction.
- Prepared bowls for catering and farmers' markets.
- Made bowls and smoothies in an effective amount of time.
Education
State Food Safety Arizona Food Handler Card -
Arizona08-2026
Holistic Wellness and Nutrition -
Augusta Escoffier Culinary School
04-2025
High School Diploma -
Arizona Families for Home Education
Arizona05-2024
Skills
- Food Safety
- Platter Presentation
- Food Preparation
- Salad Prep
- Sandwich Assembly
- Portion Control
- BBQ Handling
- Knife Skills
- Detail-oriented
- Reliable
- Team Collaboration
Timeline
Catering Food Prep & Presentation Specialist
Fat Freddy's Catering
02.2025 - Current
Deckhand
Nautical Bowls
02.2024 - 11.2024
State Food Safety Arizona Food Handler Card -
Holistic Wellness and Nutrition -
Augusta Escoffier Culinary School
High School Diploma -
Arizona Families for Home Education