Emalee Duran
Battle Ground,WA
Summary
Highly motivated and versatile professional with 8 years of kitchen experience and 2 years of culinary training. Proven ability to lead and manage restaurant teams, while also thriving independently. Eager to leverage strong teamwork skills, self-direction, and adaptability in a retail, kitchen, or coffee-related role. Open to new challenges and committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Line Cook/Prep Cook
Mighty Bowl
08.2025 - 11.2025
- Due to the company selling its restaurant next month, they have advised staff to seek new employment opportunities.
Sous Chef
Lewis River Golf Course
03.2025 - 09.2025
- Creating daily prep sheets to guide the kitchen staff in preparing for successful lunch and dinner services.
- Conducting regular inventory checks to ensure adequate stock levels, and minimize waste.
- Maintaining strict food safety standards through proper food storage, organization, and temperature control, keeping food out of the temperature danger zone.
- Developing and implementing opening and closing checklists to maintain cleanliness and operational readiness.
- Assisting in the coordination and execution of large catering events, serving up to 300 guests, while simultaneously managing the full-service restaurant.
- I consistently upheld the highest standards of cleanliness and efficiency in all aspects of the kitchen's operations.
Assistant Kennel Manager
Camp good puppy
03.2024 - 04.2025
- - Communicating with clients about their dogs, addressing any concerns, and providing updates. - Utilizing critical thinking skills to manage and resolve any issues that arise.
- - Creating detailed dog report cards to track each dog's behavior and well-being, and emailing clients with updates and information about their pets.
- - Overseeing and coordinating the daily shift operations, ensuring that all tasks are completed efficiently. - Monitoring labor to ensure that staff are working effectively and within guidelines. - Ensuring that all dogs have a positive, enriching experience during their stay.
- - Performing various yard work tasks, including maintaining a 5-acre property to ensure a clean and safe environment for the dogs.
NEMT Driver
ComTrans
06.2023 - 03.2024
- - Transported members to and from medical appointments throughout the Portland metropolitan area.
- - Drive up to 300 miles a day, starting at 4 a.m., ensuring timely and safe arrival for all passengers.
- - Developed strong relationships with clients, providing compassionate and reliable service.
- - Obtained CPR certification and passed the PBOT test for Oregon to meet safety and regulatory standards.
Food Service Manager
Chipotle Mexican Grill
08.2022 - 05.2023
- - Managed daily operations, ensuring smooth and efficient shift transitions.
- - Counted cash and performed accurate end-of-day financial reconciliations.
- - Conducted inventory checks and managed stock levels to meet customer demands. - Oversaw profit and loss statements to maintain the financial health of the store.
- - Trained new hires on company policies, food preparation, and customer service standards. - Ensured food was served with the highest standards of quality and safety.
Kennel Assistant
Camp Good Puppy
02.2022 - 07.2022
- As a kennel assistant, I clean and check kennels and set them up. I help move dogs around fields, engaging them in activities, and light training. I'm comfortable around large groups of dogs (18–50). I really enjoy working on dog training when given the opportunity. I also help maintain the fields, do laundry, clean dishes, and prepare food. I truly love working with dogs and trying to help their needs as much as possible.
Education
High School Diploma -
River Homelink High School
Battle Ground, WA06.2020
Culinary Arts Certificate - Culinary, Baking And Pastry Arts
Cascadia Technical Academy
Vancouver, WA06.2020
Skills
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
- Restaurant Managment
Certification
- Food Handler Certification March 2025 to March 2028
- Manager ServSafe October 2022 to October 2027
Timeline
Line Cook/Prep Cook
Mighty Bowl
08.2025 - 11.2025
Sous Chef
Lewis River Golf Course
03.2025 - 09.2025
Assistant Kennel Manager
Camp good puppy
03.2024 - 04.2025
NEMT Driver
ComTrans
06.2023 - 03.2024
Food Service Manager
Chipotle Mexican Grill
08.2022 - 05.2023
Kennel Assistant
Camp Good Puppy
02.2022 - 07.2022
High School Diploma -
River Homelink High School
Culinary Arts Certificate - Culinary, Baking And Pastry Arts
Cascadia Technical Academy