Demi Nicholson
Los Alamitos
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with a strong foundation in kitchen operations, guest experience, and team leadership. Culinary school-trained with hands-on experience in menu development, service
execution, and high-volume environments. Known for creating elevated, yet approachable dining experiences, optimizing workflow, and fostering team collaboration. Passionate about hospitality, community-building through food, and delivering
memorable guest experiences. Strong multitasking abilities and attention to detail ensure exceptional quality and efficiency in fast-paced environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Line Cook
Disneyland Resort
Anaheim, CA
04.2025 - Current
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure high-quality food preparation and presentation.
- Developed menus in collaboration with culinary team, emphasizing creativity and seasonal ingredients.
- Trained new cooks on safety protocols, cooking techniques, and equipment operation.
- Streamlined workflow processes, improving efficiency during peak service hours.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food service, enhancing guest satisfaction at the resort.
- Produced high volume covers per day and maintained near-perfect customer satisfaction scores.
Food and Beverage Supervisor
The Kitchen By Wolfgang Puck
Los Angeles, CA
04.2024 - 05.2025
- Supervised daily food and beverage operations to ensure high-quality service standards.
- Trained and mentored staff on menu knowledge and customer service techniques.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to maintain inventory levels and freshness of ingredients.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance efficiency in service delivery.
- Resolved customer complaints effectively, enhancing overall dining experience.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment to ensure compliance with health department regulations and company standards.
- reduce food cost from 38% to 27% and beverage cost from 35% to 21%
- organize special events In the restaurant, Including receptions and corporate luncheons
Cook II
Yachtsmen at Disney's Yacht and Beach Club Resort
Lake Buena Vista, FL
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Prepared and plated diverse menu items in accordance with guest preferences and dietary restrictions.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workstations to ensure compliance with health standards.
- Assisted in training new kitchen staff on food preparation techniques and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline service during peak dining hours, enhancing guest satisfaction.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Worked during high peak hours, covered over 400 guests, per shift
Pantry Garde Manger
JOEY Restaurant Group
Los Angeles, CA
11.2022 - 08.2023
- Prepared and presented cold dishes, ensuring high quality and consistency.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of pantry area, adhering to safety standards.
- Executed daily prep tasks efficiently, contributing to smooth kitchen operations.
- Ensured consistent quality of pantry items through proper storage, rotation, and waste management practices.
- Performed timely mise en place tasks prior to service periods ensuring smooth operation during peak hours.
- Assisted in expediting food orders during peak service hours to ensure timely delivery of dishes to guests while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Continuously refined plating techniques, enhancing visual appeal and overall guest satisfaction with each dish served.
Prep Cook/Expeditor/Server
PF Changs Restaurant
Long Beach, CA
10.2017 - 01.2020
- Prepared ingredients according to recipes, ensuring consistency and quality in meal presentation.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, maintaining cleanliness and adhering to safety standards.
- Assisted chefs in food preparation, demonstrating adaptability in fast-paced environment.
- Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
- Sharpened knife skills, resulting in precise cuts and reduced preparation time.
Education
No Degree - Business Management
California State University of Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CACertificate - Culinary Arts
Institute of Culinary Education
Los Angeles, CA05.2024
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education And Care
Cerritos College
Norwalk, CA05.2021
Skills
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Organizational Skills
- Adaptability
Certification
- Food Handler’s Certification, Servsafe, 2025
- Alcohol Beverage Service Certification, StateFood Safety, 2023
- Cooking For A Cause Competition Winner, 2024
Timeline
Lead Line Cook
Disneyland Resort
04.2025 - Current
Food and Beverage Supervisor
The Kitchen By Wolfgang Puck
04.2024 - 05.2025
Cook II
Yachtsmen at Disney's Yacht and Beach Club Resort
10.2023 - 04.2024
Pantry Garde Manger
JOEY Restaurant Group
11.2022 - 08.2023
Prep Cook/Expeditor/Server
PF Changs Restaurant
10.2017 - 01.2020
No Degree - Business Management
California State University of Los Angeles
Certificate - Culinary Arts
Institute of Culinary Education
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education And Care
Cerritos College