Enthusiastic ; Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure a chef position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Starter Chef
NOR Hotel & Spa
Sao Roque - Sao Paulo
02.2023 - Current
Placed food orders with suppliers on weekly basis, taking into account kitchen budget and expected demands.
Produced and plated variety of exotic fruit-based desserts and after-dinner cheese plates.
Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
Kept kitchen staff in compliance with safety and food regulations to reduce opportunities for illness or accidents.
Developed new culinary programs that increased customer satisfaction and operational excellence levels.
Instituted positive kitchen atmosphere for staffers through effective communication, consistent training and skill development.
Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.
Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
Baker
Lépi Boulangerie
Buenos Aires
03.2016 - 05.2023
Packaged and labeled baked goods with accurate descriptions and ingredients.
Complied with health and safety codes to protect staff and customers.
Frosted and iced cakes, cupcakes, cookies, doughnuts, sweet rolls, and coffee cakes.
Resolved customer concerns with positive approach and constructive strategies.
Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for customers.
Assisted in planning and running promotional events and campaigns.
Operated and maintained bakery equipment, including ovens and mixers.
Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment and oven.
Replenished and rotated food items, following correct food cooling and storage procedures.
Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping, and proofing.
Chef Supervisor
Fasano Hotel & Restaurant Angra Dos Reis
Angra dos Reis , Rio de Janeiro
11.2017 - 08.2021
Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
Developed full, tasting and special events menus to meet establishment needs and maintain strong customer levels.
Led daily staff meetings to communicate expectations and review safety procedures.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current culinary trends and techniques.
Coordinated with vendors to order supplies and maintain high quality standards.
Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
Assisted with menu development and planning.
Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.
Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
Chef Intern
040 Molecular Restaurant
Santiago do Chile
06.2017 - 10.2017
Signed for deliveries, checked items into inventory and stocked goods into proper locations.
Observed head chefs and how each prepared different specialties to gain knowledge in cooking techniques.
Checked expiration dates, rotated food and removed any items that were no longer usable.
Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
Developed close relationships with suppliers to source best ingredients.
Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
Assisted with menu development and planning.
Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
Cleaned kitchen counters, refrigerators, and freezers.
Cook
Pompeya Restaurant & Bar
Buenos Aires
03.2015 - 12.2015
Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
Education
Gastronomic Service Analyst Bachelor's Degree - Restaurant And Culinary Management
Instituto Superior Dr. Carlos Pellegrini
Buenos Aires , Argentina
01.2010 - 12.2013
Pos Graduation - Bakery And Advanced Viennoiserie
I.A.G - Argentine Gastronomic Institute
Buenos Aires - Argentina
05.2001 -
Skills
Kitchen Management
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Additional Information
COURSES AND SEMINARS
Waterways Training Course (MAC Deck Auxiliary Seaman): Port Authority, Angra dos Reis, RJ – 2016
Fire Fighting and First Aid: Brazilian Navy, Angra dos Reis, RJ 2016
Craft Brewery We Are Brewers: Buenos Aires, Argentina - 2015
Innovation in Gastronomy - Ferràn Adriá: Buenos Aires, Argentina - 2009/2014
OTHER EXPERIENCES
Tourist boat pilot: from August to November 2016 Ilha Grande - RJ
Patas Arriba Cultural Center: volunteer work: Pastry teacher from 2009 to 2015 -Buenos Aires - Argentina
Timeline
Starter Chef
NOR Hotel & Spa
02.2023 - Current
Chef Supervisor
Fasano Hotel & Restaurant Angra Dos Reis
11.2017 - 08.2021
Chef Intern
040 Molecular Restaurant
06.2017 - 10.2017
Baker
Lépi Boulangerie
03.2016 - 05.2023
Cook
Pompeya Restaurant & Bar
03.2015 - 12.2015
Gastronomic Service Analyst Bachelor's Degree - Restaurant And Culinary Management
Instituto Superior Dr. Carlos Pellegrini
01.2010 - 12.2013
Pos Graduation - Bakery And Advanced Viennoiserie
I.A.G - Argentine Gastronomic Institute
05.2001 -
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