A professional with extensive experience combined with solid training in the gastronomic field, possessing a strong aptitude for continuous learning. Capable of collaborating effectively with a team as well as working independently when required. Distinguished by excellent organizational, interpersonal, and time management skills, along with strong culinary expertise ranging from traditional to modern cuisine. A chef with over 20 years of experience in both Italian and international dining sectors, known for maintaining high standards in taste and quality, strong communication and leadership abilities, and a keen business sense.
Streamlining the layout of workstations according to workflow.
Planning and optimization of goals and action plans.
Ordering goods based on seasonal logic and customer traffic forecasts, with attention to costs and product freshness.
Hiring, training, and managing the entire kitchen staff, including promotions, disciplinary actions, and performance reviews.
Coordinating the kitchen staff by encouraging collaboration and teamwork through the organized division of tasks and responsibilities.
Developing recipes, plating, and focusing on aesthetic presentation.
Creating and designing menus based on location and seasonality.
Supervising the preparation of mise en place and the organization of workstations.
Modifying orders according to customers' indicated preferences and dietary restrictions.
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES■ Food Science and Technology■ Commodity and Organoleptic Properties of Raw Materials and Foods■ Food Storage Systems■ Criteria for Ingredient Selection■ Kitchen Staff Supervision Techniques■ Procurement Procedures and Strategies■ Kitchen Organization Methods■ Customer Loyalty Strategies■ International Culinary Trends■ Food Cooking Processes■ Banquets and Catering■ HACCP Health Guidelines■ Inventory Management Experience■ Recipe Development and Menu Planning■ Performance Evaluation■ Workflow Optimization■ Meal Preparation■ Food Preparation Techniques■ Portioning and Cost Control■ Cleaning and Sanitization Methods■ Creation of Signature Dishes
I conduct culinary training courses at the International Cooking School of Lucca.