Damon Llamelo
Lanai City,HI
Summary
Experienced with food preparation, knife handling, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. Utilizes efficient organizational skills to streamline kitchen processes and support chefs. Knowledge of food safety protocols and effective teamwork.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook 4
Four Seasons Resort Lanai
12.2021 - 01.2022
- Responsibilites: Prep cook for restaurants 140 & The Break.
- Supported the success of daily operations by assisting chefs with ingredient prep work as needed.
- Contributed to a positive work atmosphere through effective communication and teamwork among staff members.
Floater
Ganotisi's Pacific Rim Cuisine
01.2021 - Current
- Responsibilities: Floater (Cashier, Barista, Cook)
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Cook 4
Four Seasons Resort and Residence Napa Valley
09.2025 - Current
- Responsibilities: Prep cook (Banquet, Truss, Auro)
- Prepared ingredients by washing, chopping, and measuring to support kitchen operations.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations to ensure food safety compliance.
- Demonstrated proper use of kitchen tools and equipment to maintain a safe working environment.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lāna‘i High and Elementary School
Lanai City, HIHIST 151, ENG 100, MATH 103, CULN 115
UH Maui College
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
The Culinary Institute of America
Saint Helena, CA12-2026
Skills
- Proficient in following guidelines
- Fast/Efficient
- Quick learner across diverse fields
- Multi-task
- Initiative-driven
- Efficient food preparation
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Cook 4
Four Seasons Resort and Residence Napa Valley
09.2025 - Current
Cook 4
Four Seasons Resort Lanai
12.2021 - 01.2022
Floater
Ganotisi's Pacific Rim Cuisine
01.2021 - Current
HIST 151, ENG 100, MATH 103, CULN 115
UH Maui College
High School Diploma -
Lāna‘i High and Elementary School
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
The Culinary Institute of America