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Michael Savva

@Michaelsavva

Artistic Head Chef with Extensive Culinary Experience

La Celle-sous-Gouzon, France
Available in 2 weeks
Job Preferences
Head Chef
Motor+1
100m++6
Private+2
Full-Time+4
French Riviera+24

About

I am an organized individual with a passion for culinary arts and a strong commitment to maintaining high standards in food preparation and safety. My experience spans various sectors including yachts, hotels, and private catering, where I have honed my skills in menu creation and team leadership.

Personal Details

Age41 years
GenderMale

Career Objective

To leverage my extensive culinary experience and leadership skills in a challenging head chef position, delivering exceptional dining experiences while maintaining high standards of food safety and quality.

Visas

B1/B2

Hobbies & Interests

I enjoy exploring new cuisines and investing in my vineyard in Bordeaux, which has received several awards for its quality.

Experience

Head Chef Private Villa

Current
Oct 2024 - Present
M.Y Lioness V

Catering for the Lioness V family, of 5 for thanks giving, Christmas and the new year, Also catering for 25 guests on a daily basis, supervised a small team of between 5 and 8 Responsible for the full management of the team, food purchases, and events setup

Seasonal Head Chef

Apr 2024 - Oct 2025
M.Y Trident

Experience chef needed for the first time this yacht has been charted, Responsible for the full running of the galley, for all food purchases, stock control, maintaining quality and cost control, Daily menus consisted of World Cuisine

Temp Head Chef

Feb 2024 - Mar 2024
M.Y Yolo

Responsible for the full running of the galley, for all food purchases, stock control, maintaining quality and cost control, Daily menus consisted of World Cuisine

Certifications & Qualifications

Other

STCW Basic Safety Training
STCW Advanced Fire Fighting
ENG 1 Medical Fitness Certificate
Food Hygiene Level III
Ships Cook Certificate
Culinary Trained
NVQ 3/4

Languages

EnglishNative

References

13 references

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