About
I take pride in creating dining experiences that feel special and have built a career around making people happy through food. I run a successful catering business, designing tailored menus for private dining, tastings, and events.
Personal Details
Career Objective
I am seeking a chef position on a 30m+ motor yacht, open to both private and charter programs.
Hobbies & Interests
I enjoy culinary travel and food exploration, automotive restoration and motorsports, herb gardening, and reading food literature and cookbooks.
Experience
Sous Chef
CurrentDeveloped and executed a seasonal 12-course tasting menu, offering both vegetarian and coastal options with frequent updates. Prepared artisanal items daily including fresh ice cream, breads, and a variety of homemade sauces. Handled daily mise en place, kitchen setup and breakdown, maintaining a highly organized and efficient workspace in compact conditions. Worked extensively with fresh seafood and ingredients sourced from a personal garden, highlighting farm-to-table principles.
Sous Chef
Led full kitchen operations including seasonal menu creation, staff recruitment & daily management. Specialized in fine dining Italian cuisine with a focus on precise plating, refined techniques, & locally sourced ingredients.
Sous Chef
Prepared and cooked Contemporary American Cuisine ensuring consistency and efficiency. Designed and executed daily specials based on seasonal ingredients and inventory availability. Managed food costs through portion control, waste reduction & ordering. Supervised and scheduled kitchen staff.
Certifications & Qualifications
Other
Languages
References
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