10/10/2026
Everybody raise a glass of red w**e today because is Cassidy's day!
Cassidy has been one of our longest-running employees. You've probably seen her taking orders and delighting people out on the patio of Cafe San Lorenzo, or running around the dining room of the Half Nelson, gracing folks with her presence. If you've had the chance to be waited on by Cassidy, you know what we're talking about! She is simply amazing! She recently sat down to answer some questions for us, so take a minute to get to know her a little bit better 🙌
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Q: How long have you been at the Half Nelson?
A: I'm going on my 5th year! It's kinda crazy; it feels like it was just yesterday when I started!
Q: What's kept you around for so long?
A: My coworkers and the management! The teamwork here is like nothing else I've ever experienced at a restaurant!
Q: How long have you lived in the QCA?
A: My entire life! Born and raised in Davenport!
Q: Favorite dish on the menu?
A: It's a toss-up between the Autumn Agnolotti and the Lamb Meatballs, just absolutely phenomenal!
Q: What do you find most gratifying about being in the service industry?
A: The people 1000%! I love making new relationships and friends with regulars who come in. I've made so many new friends through this job; it's amazing!
Q: It's the end of your shift, time to unwind and you feel like you deserve a drink, what are you sippin' on?
A: Always some sort of bold red w**e, or a sweet rum cocktail!
Q: What can people expect to find you doing outside of work?
A: Traveling! It's one of my favorite things to do! My goal is to see the 7 world wonders; 1 down, 6 to go!
Q: How do you feel working in the service industry has shaped how you live your life?
A: Being able to build relationships and just being more out going! I was super shy growing up so serving for 11 years has really helped me break out of my shell!
Q: What is a core memory you hold close to you from serving at the Half Nelson?
A: Opening Cafe San Lorenzo! It was such a fun and crazy process, we weren't sure how it was gonna go and it turned out amazing! It was great to be apart of!
