ABBY GRASTA

327 Washington Avenue

Rochester, NY 14617
585.469.2678 | alynn811@gmail.com
Education

NEW ENGLAND CULINARY INSTITUTE, Montpelier, VT

Associate of Culinary Arts expected January 2014
WEBSTER THOMAS HIGH SCHOOL, Webster, NY
- Graduated June 24, 2012
- Graduated Magna Cum Laude with four Advanced Placement courses in:
- AP World History; AP English Language and Composition;
AP US History; AP Music Theory

Skills

- highly committed to quality and profitability

- organized with tasks, product, and workstation
- flexible with scheduling (availability for short-notice scheduling)
- formulates solutions to problems quickly
- experienced with basic knife cuts and culinary skills
- eager to learn and expand culinary education
- prepared to work in large and small kitchens
- comfortable communicating with coworkers and supervisors

Experience

INTERN
July 2014 November 2014
Greens Restaurant, San Francisco, CA
- was responsible for setting up and running the hots station (pizzas, flattop)
- learned vegetarian cooking and menu planning
- improved speed and accuracy through running a station independently
- became comfortable with plating large tickets
- helped others to get their stations ready for service
INTERN
April 2013 August 2013
Grace Restaurant & Bar, Portland, ME
- worked Garde Manger station handling salads, charcuterie, oysters, and small
appetizers
- was responsible for preparing station for special events and weddings
- greatly improved knife skills through constant use
- learned the techniques of modern cooking methods such as sous-vide tech.
and nitrogen
- gained efficiency in kitchen with deadlines and task management
- produced and worked with both cured and uncured charcuterie
SERVER
July 2011 October 2012
Shema Sushi, Webster, NY
- handled customers efficiently and confidently
- worked with manager and cook closely
- collected money from customers and bussed tables
- learned Japanese and Korean cuisine and culture
CATERING INTERN
Brimont Catering Company, Webster, NY
- worked several weddings and was responsible for:

June 2011 August 2011

ABBY GRASTA
327 Washington Avenue
Rochester, NY 14617
585.469.2678 | alynn811@gmail.com
- cooking / grilling; operating in very small kitchens and outdoors;
functioning in high-stress environments
- learned basic knife cuts and culinary technique in catering kitchen
HOSTESS
March 2011 August 2011
Biaggis Ristorante Italiano, Victor, NY
- greeted customers at their arrival
- interacted with customers during meal to ensure satisfaction
- maintained lobby area and cleaned restrooms
- communicated with coworkers, servers, chefs, and managers
Memberships
& Affiliations

- National Honors Society member

- National French Honors Society member
- International Rotary Club member
-Student Council member of New England Culinary Institute

Awards
& Honors

- Student of the Month (Webster Thomas H.S.)

- Making a Difference Award (awarded by Webster Police Dept.)
-Student Ambassador (awarded by Chef Instructors at New England Culinary
Institute)

References

Richard Kieffer, school counselor: 716.566.0076

Dalim Kim, Shema Sushi manager: 585.478.4402
Becca Rothaug, production editor: 802.793.5897