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Dantay Lees-Howell

Cook/baker/carpenter
Duluth,MN

Summary

A skilled, sanitary, seasoned cook both inside and out side the professional kitchen. I developed my culinary skills in the kitchens at perkins family restaurant/bakery in west duluth, and currently I cook at Dovetail cafe in Linkin park.

I have worked for nearly 3 years in the restaurant field and have learned quite a lot from my various experiences while staying a productive member of the team I was/am working with.

Together with my coworkers, we worked to ensure orders are not just completed diligently, but also with pristine quality leading to fulfilling experiences. During periods of high order counts I've been known to keep my cool and carry on regardless while maintaining that my dishes remain both satisfactory and presentable in detail. When I have down time, I have a tendency to clean my work area to maintain hygiene standards and keep my work surface tidy for the next rush of orders. I have no issue catering to customers specific orders whether or not they are listed on the menu. I also am willing to personally cater to any allergy and health requirements a customer may have.

I am a dependable set of hands in the kitchen eager to secure yet another venture to sharpen my skills in any kitchen and contribute to customer and company satisfaction.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work History

Cook

Dovetail
03.2023 - Current
  • Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
  • Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.

Cook

Perkins Family Restaurant
Duluth, Minnesota
01.2022 - 03.2023
  • Adhered to recipe guidelines while demonstrating creativity in plating and garnishing dishes for enhanced visual appeal.
  • Contributed to positive guest experiences by accommodating special dietary needs and requests.
  • Conducted regular quality checks on ingredients, ensuring only best were used in meal preparation.
  • Prepared diverse cuisines to meet customer dietary needs and preferences, elevating dining experience.
  • Coordinated with front of house to ensure smooth service during busy periods, enhancing customer dining experience.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.

Education

Associate of Science - Carpentry/General Education

Lake Superior College
Duluth, MN
08.2023 - Current

Skills

Cooking

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Timeline

Associate of Science - Carpentry/General Education

Lake Superior College
08.2023 - Current

Cook

Dovetail
03.2023 - Current

Cook

Perkins Family Restaurant
01.2022 - 03.2023
Dantay Lees-HowellCook/baker/carpenter