Damon Llamelo
Lanai City
Summary
Full-time culinary student at the Culinary Institute of America, Greystone (St. Helena, CA), with hands-on line and prep experience in high-volume hotel, club, and resort kitchens. Skilled in mise en place, station rotations, expediting, and HACCP food safety, with fine-dining exposure through Four Seasons Napa Valley. Seeking a part-time role to learn alongside a world-class team while delivering reliable, consistent work around a full-time class schedule
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
BOA Steakhouse
Napa, CA
06.2026 - Current
- Prepared high-quality dishes in accordance with menu specifications and presentation standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations to adhere to health and safety regulations.
- Developed daily prep lists to streamline workflow and optimize kitchen operations during service hours.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
Floater
Ganotisi's Pacific Rim Cuisine LLC
Lanai City, HI
07.2022 - Current
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Line Cook
Los Angeles Country Club
Los Angeles, CA
01.2026 - 04.2026
- Prepared and cooked menu items according to established recipes and quality standards.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking stock levels and placing orders.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking stock levels and placing orders as needed.
Line Cook
Four Seasons Resort and Residence Napa Valley
Calistoga, CA
09.2025 - 11.2025
- Adapted quickly to changing menu items and special requests from guests during service periods.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes for improved efficiency.
- Supported chefs in meal plating and presentation, enhancing overall dining experience for patrons.
- Participated in training sessions on culinary techniques, improving skills and knowledge of kitchen operations.
Prep Cook
Four Seasons Resort Lanai
Lanai City, HI
12.2021 - 01.2022
- Collaborated with chefs to streamline food preparation processes and improve efficiency.
- Prepared ingredients by washing, chopping, and measuring to support kitchen operations.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace to ensure safety compliance.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Culinary Institute of America
Saint Helena, CA12-2026
High School Diploma -
Lanai High And Elementary School
Lanai Cit, HI05-2024
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Time management
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Line Cook
BOA Steakhouse
06.2026 - Current
Line Cook
Los Angeles Country Club
01.2026 - 04.2026
Line Cook
Four Seasons Resort and Residence Napa Valley
09.2025 - 11.2025
Floater
Ganotisi's Pacific Rim Cuisine LLC
07.2022 - Current
Prep Cook
Four Seasons Resort Lanai
12.2021 - 01.2022
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Culinary Institute of America
High School Diploma -
Lanai High And Elementary School