Anthony decicco
Cedar Knolls
Summary
Dedicated professional with over 40 years in restaurant and cafeteria operations. Skilled in food safety and customer service excellence, consistently driving improvements in workflow and menu offerings to boost sales and enhance dining experiences. Have been restaurant business for over twenty years, owning two different fine dining restaurants. The last twenty plus years have been in Catering and corporate dining. Also private chef services. I have created a private supper club-Blue Basil Supper Club. Which features a six or seven course tasting menu. Tailored to individual likes. Featured on my website Bluebasilsupperclub. On my instagram Blue Basil Supper Club , you will see my creations. Currently owning a cafe at 325 Columbia Tpke. in Florham Park. Not only a cafeteria but also offering dinners to-go and top notch catering service.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Cafeteria Lead
The Chef Anthony
Cedar Knolls, NJ
07.2003 - Current
- Supervised daily operations of cafeteria, ensuring smooth workflow and high-quality service.
- Trained and mentored staff on food safety standards and customer service excellence.
- Developed and implemented efficient serving procedures to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Coordinated inventory management, optimizing supply levels and reducing waste.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to innovate menu items based on seasonal ingredients.
- Monitored compliance with health regulations, maintaining clean and safe dining environment.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly, fostering positive dining experiences and loyalty.
- Analyzed cafeteria performance metrics to identify areas for operational improvements.
- Increased employee productivity through effective scheduling, task delegation, and performance monitoring.
- Boosted sales revenue by regularly introducing new menu items based on customer feedback and preferences.
- Maintained consistent quality of food offerings by conducting routine inspections of ingredients suppliers.
- Provided exceptional leadership to the cafeteria staff, fostering a positive work culture focused on teamwork and collaboration.
- Ensured a clean and sanitary environment by maintaining strict adherence to health and safety regulations.
- Produced quality beverages for customers such as coffee and other espresso-based drinks and blended drinks.
Education
Associate of Science - Culinary & Hospitality
Middlesex County College
Edison, NJ06-1978
Skills
- Facility upkeep
- Food safety
- Professionalism and ethics
- Sanitation protocols
- Special event planning
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Creativity and innovation
- Menu pricing
- Food storage organization
Timeline
Cafeteria Lead
The Chef Anthony
07.2003 - Current
Associate of Science - Culinary & Hospitality
Middlesex County College