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Sayr Waters

Oakland,CA

Summary

Dependable Cook with expertise preparing foods in fast-paced settings. Experienced with various cooking techniques, kitchen operations, and knowledge of food safety practices and efficient kitchen workflows.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cook

Spirit Rock Meditation Center
01.2023 - Current
  • Assisted daily kitchen operations under Chef Collins Anderson
  • Adhered to established health regulations during all stages of food preparation to ensure the well-being of guests
  • Improved kitchen workflow by maintaining a clean and organized prep area.
  • Made banquet style meals for 100 guests ranging in all types of cuisines

Co-Founder

Lefturn
01.2024 - Current

Started Lefturn pop-up with my collaborator Wylie Cassinelli, we offer a variety of food experiences ranging from sit down dinner parties to pop up a la carte style

Cook

Friends and Family
07.2024 - 12.2024
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment
  • Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
  • Supported head chef Gaby Maeda by efficiently executing complex tasks

Cook

Madge Mcculloch
  • Showcased creativity through unique dish presentations that impressed clients and enhanced their overall experience at events.
  • Helped support Madge in feeding 120 guests for a wedding at the River Electric Resort in Guerneville CA


Education

Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Studies

University of Wisconsin Madison
Madison, WI
05-2017

High School Diploma -

Shorewood High School
Milwaukee, WI
06-2013

Skills

  • Food Preparation
  • Kitchen Management
  • Team Leadership
  • Sanitation Standards
      • Menu Development
      • Inventory Control
      • Cost Reduction
      • Time Management

    Certification

    • Food Safety Certification - National Restaurant Association

    Languages

    Spanish
    Professional Working

    Timeline

    Cook

    Friends and Family
    07.2024 - 12.2024

    Co-Founder

    Lefturn
    01.2024 - Current

    Cook

    Spirit Rock Meditation Center
    01.2023 - Current

    Cook

    Madge Mcculloch

    Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Studies

    University of Wisconsin Madison

    High School Diploma -

    Shorewood High School