Tealo David
Chico
Summary
Seeking a position which will utilize my skills, and allow for growth. I’m available full-time, all hours.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook/ Sushi Chef
The Rawbar
02.2026 - Current
- Managed high volume grill/fry station, overseeing 15 proteins and 20+ menu items, prepared dishes during service, coordinated wait times and service flow with front of house, maintained product quality and equipment functionality
- Sushi bar - Worked multiple stations along the bar setting up and finishing rolls, executed prep projects, and assisted in closing duties
Executive Sous Chef
Momona Noodle and Bao
06.2022 - 12.2025
- Opened the restaurant, set up the kitchen for the day, led the line from the sauté station while overseeing productivity and delegating tasks, trained employees on prep projects, station work and overall methodology, fielded questions from back and front-of-house employees, assured product quality throughout the service, designated breaks and coverage for shifts, cooperated with owners and head chef to uphold discipline, standards and finances, closed down after service, and maintained the kitchen
line cook
Nash’s Restaurant
02.2021 - 06.2021
- Dishes, prep and cooking- collected and washed dishes before returning them to their designated areas, replaced any ingredients needed on the line, oversaw prep projects throughout the day, maintained trash and recycling, and prepared various dishes in different stations throughout the kitchen
- Opening- Arrived in the early morning, vacuumed/mopped majority of the restaurant, removed mats from bar and kitchen and swept and mopped, scrubbed off mats and put them back in their correct positions, unlocked freezers, gates, and dumpsters, swept, mopped, and wiped down bathrooms, replaced trash bags, cleared debris and scrubbed walk ways
Employee
Tatreau Construction
03.2020 - 07.2020
- Collected, sorted and stacked wood and other materials for later use, kept the construction site and buildings clean.
- Landscaping- Cleared out rocks and other debris, planted flowers and greenery, helped set irrigation lines, set up fencing, and assisted with up-keep of animal shelters at Kershner Wildlife sanctuary
Education
High School Diploma - Honor and AP courses in English
Chico High School
901 Esplanade Chico, CA06-2021
Skills
- Creative thinking
- High-pressure performance
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
- Quick learning
- Instruction comprehension
- Flexibility
Timeline
Line Cook/ Sushi Chef
The Rawbar
02.2026 - Current
Executive Sous Chef
Momona Noodle and Bao
06.2022 - 12.2025
line cook
Nash’s Restaurant
02.2021 - 06.2021
Employee
Tatreau Construction
03.2020 - 07.2020
High School Diploma - Honor and AP courses in English
Chico High School