Irish Howells

Dedicated and hardworking Line Cook with hands-on experience in restaurants, hotels, bakeries, and healthcare food service. Skilled in food preparation, cooking, plating, maintaining food safety standards, and working efficiently in fast-paced kitchen environments. Passionate about delivering high-quality meals while maintaining cleanliness, teamwork, and excellent time management.

Line Cook - Jack O'Neill Restaurant – Dream Inn - Santa Cruz, CA

(2023-01)

• Prepared and cooked menu items according to recipes and quality standards.
• Maintained a clean and organized workstation throughout each shift.
• Assisted with food prep, plating, and timely service during peak hours.
• Followed food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Worked closely with chefs and kitchen staff to ensure smooth kitchen operations.

Cake Decorator - The Buttery Bakery - Santa Cruz, CA

(2023-01)

• Decorated custom cakes and pastries according to customer specifications.
• Prepared fillings, frostings, and baked goods while maintaining quality standards.
• Maintained cleanliness and food safety in the production area.

Culinary Intern / Line Cook - Hilton Hotel - Scotts Valley, CA

(2022-01 - 2022-12)

• Assisted chefs with food preparation and cooking.
• Learned commercial kitchen operations and hotel food service standards.
• Prepared ingredients and maintained workstation cleanliness.

Facility Chef - Hearts & Hands Rehabilitation & Post Acute Care - California

(2023-01)

• Prepared nutritious meals for residents following dietary guidelines.
• Ensured compliance with food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Assisted with meal planning, food preparation, and kitchen organization.

Owner & Baker - Irish in Bakerland - Philippines

• Managed a custom cake business specializing in cakes and catering orders.
• Prepared baked goods, managed inventory, and provided excellent customer service.

Professional Culinary Program - Culinary Arts - Center for Asian Culinary Studies (2017-01 - 2017-12)