Howard Lee
Edmonton
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills. Currently a junior Civil Engineer at NAIT. Looking for a full-time position for LRT Expansion and Renewal. Comfortable working in harsh environment and a great team player.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Damso Izakaya
07.2023 - Current
- Inspected stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Implemented and maintained food safety and sanitation standards to establish safe handling and preparation of food.
- Developed and implemented kitchen policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for kitchen operations and comply with regulations.
Assistant Golf Instructor
Swan-e-set Golf Course
03.2010 - Current
- Assisted customers by providing and interpreting golf policies, rules and regulations.
- Taught individual and group lessons for all ages, including18-hole play and swing analysis.
- Explained and demonstrated principles, techniques and methods of regulating movement of body, hands and feet to achieve game proficiency.
Sous Chef
La Bosco Bakery & Cafe
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Worked in fast-paced environment.
- Coordinated with vendors to order supplies and maintain high quality standards.
- Making schedules and hiring.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Monitored food and labor costs to verify budget targets were met.
Kitchen Line Cook
Ma Chef Korean Restaurant
03.2021 - 09.2021
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
Kitchen Supervisor
Julio's Barrio Mexican Restaurant
04.2017 - 09.2021
- Monitored food preparation, production, and plating for quality control.
- Disciplined and motivated staff to achieve challenging objectives in fast-paced culinary environments.
- Supervised food presentation and plating to enhance visual appeal.
- Trained new hires.
- Constant communication with front of house for pace control and etc.
Kitchen Line Cook
Nudoru Ramen Bar
04.2019 - 07.2019
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Kitchen Supervisor
It'Dog Chicken
04.2015 - 06.2018
- Controlled food costs and managed inventory.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Monitored food inventory and supplies to prevent waste.
- Addressed customer complaints with professional demeanor and used communication and problem-solving skills to resolve issues.
- Scheduled and rotated staff for adequate coverage and fair distribution of workload.
Kitchen Line Cook
Kabuki Sushi & Grill
04.2013 - 09.2015
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Education
Civil Engineering
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
NAIT HP Centre, W203 Princess Elizabeth Ave NW, Ed04.2025
Associate of Science - Kinesiology
University of Alberta
Edmonton, AB04.2018
Skills
- Consistent Presentations
- Heavy Lifting
- Production Preparation
- Team Leadership
- High-Volume Environments
- Staff Supervision and Coordination
- Inventory Management
- Collaborative Relationships
- Staff Training
- Cleaning and Sanitation
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Damso Izakaya
07.2023 - Current
Sous Chef
La Bosco Bakery & Cafe
09.2021 - 04.2022
Kitchen Line Cook
Ma Chef Korean Restaurant
03.2021 - 09.2021
Kitchen Line Cook
Nudoru Ramen Bar
04.2019 - 07.2019
Kitchen Supervisor
Julio's Barrio Mexican Restaurant
04.2017 - 09.2021
Kitchen Supervisor
It'Dog Chicken
04.2015 - 06.2018
Kitchen Line Cook
Kabuki Sushi & Grill
04.2013 - 09.2015
Assistant Golf Instructor
Swan-e-set Golf Course
03.2010 - Current
Civil Engineering
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
Associate of Science - Kinesiology
University of Alberta
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