Dayanara Perez

Experienced line cook with a strong background in food preparation, inventory management, and customer service. I enjoy fast-paced kitchens, learning new techniques, and helping create a great guest experience from behind the scenes. My front-of-house experience helps me understand customer expectations and consistently deliver quality.

Line Cook - Yubala Coffee - Raleigh, NC

(2025-01)

• Prepare menu items while maintaining quality and consistency during high-volume service.
• Assist with inventory, product rotation, and kitchen organization.
• Help execute seasonal menu changes every six weeks and support busy weekend shifts.

Barback / Food Runner / Prep Cook - Ponysaurus Brewing Co. - Durham, NC

(2024-01 - 2025-01)

• Supported bartenders during peak service while assisting with food preparation.
• Prepared menu items on weekends and maintained organized workstations.
• Worked efficiently with kitchen and front-of-house teams.

Prep Cook / Line Cook - Mi Calvillo Mexican Restaurant - Durham, NC

(2023-01 - 2024-01)

• Prepared ingredients and maintained inventory.
• Coordinated communication between English- and Spanish-speaking team members.
• Helped keep kitchen workflow organized during busy service.

Host - Drift Café - Raleigh, NC

(2023-01 - 2023-07)

• Welcomed guests, managed seating, and provided friendly customer service.

Front of House / Barista / Bakery Prep - Local Café - California

(2022-01 - 2023-01)

• Prepared coffee beverages, assisted customers, and baked bread for daily operations.