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Max Lemaster

Culinary Production Specialist

Summary

Motivated and creative professional eager to work hard and learn more. Adaptable, driven, and ready to contribute meaningfully while continuing to grow and succeed in this industry. I pride myself in being a team player who helps foster a positive working environment.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Independent Contractor / Private chef
  • Designed and prepared multi-course high level meals for private clientele. Managed all aspects of meal planning, ingredient sourcing, preparation, and presentation. Showcased expertise in high level culinary craft to deliver incredible meals to paying guests.

Kitchen Lead, Line Cook

Angel Island Cafe
03.2025 - 09.2025
  • Promoted to Kitchen Lead due to strong work ethic, reliability, and leadership; earned increased responsibility and pay
  • Prepared high volumes of food in a fast-paced, physically demanding kitchen, serving hundreds of guests daily
  • Oversaw and supported a cohesive back-of-house team, ensuring smooth service and high standards of cleanliness and quality
  • Managed inventory and logistics, including hauling and transporting heavy supplies by boat to the island-based venue
  • Maintained a proactive, hands-on approach — always seeking ways to help the team and contribute to the restaurant's success
  • Developed a deeper sense of accountability and professionalism through leadership duties and daily challenges

Line Cook, Prep Cook

Fogo de Chao
10.2023 - 06.2024
  • Helped open and establish a “casual-fine dining” restaurant in the heart of Emeryville's commerce center.
  • Garnered experience as a restaurant cook dealing with preparing, plating, and creating. Unlocked a new level of efficiency and macgyvering ability. Acquired a taste for what it means to be a professional in a busy, functioning restaurant establishment.

Education

High School -

Berkeley High School
Berkeley, CA

Landscape Architecture

California Polytechnic State University-Humboldt
Arcata, CA

Skills

    Food preparation

    Food presentation

    Menu development

    Knife skills

    Kitchen organization

    Ordering supplies

    Customer service

    Cleaning and sanitation

    Team collaboration and leadership

    Go-getter in a challenging environment

Timeline

Kitchen Lead, Line Cook

Angel Island Cafe
03.2025 - 09.2025

Line Cook, Prep Cook

Fogo de Chao
10.2023 - 06.2024

Landscape Architecture

California Polytechnic State University-Humboldt

Independent Contractor / Private chef

High School -

Berkeley High School

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