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Overview
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Playing guitar, Sing & design
Languages
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Baldassare Baldacchino

Hewitt,NJ

Summary

Executive Chef and Owner Baldassare found my passion for cooking while growing up working In my family restaurant located in Liguria, Italy ( North Italy). I brought my passion to life but attending culinary school in Casino of Menton ( South France) from 13 years to 18 years old. After graduating , I brought my Sicilian roots to American in 1999. I Also incorporate Modern American Fare to add a twist to the menu.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Restaurant Owner

Baldo Bistro
01.2021 - 12.2023
  • Managed payroll, daily deposits, and cost controls.
  • Supervised daily restaurant operations, ensuring smooth workflow and timely resolution of any issues that arose.
  • Set employee schedules, delegated work, and monitored food quality and service performance.
  • Maintained positive relationships with local community and government officials.
  • Optimized menu offerings based on customer feedback, leading to better sales performance and high levels of repeat business.
  • Supervised daily activities of restaurant and twenty employees.
  • Led restructuring of restaurant menu and interior design, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and profits.
  • Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
  • Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
  • Inspected equipment and machinery for proper working condition and directed staff to clean and repair as needed.

Chef

Sole
01.2011 - 12.2017
  • Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
  • Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
  • Regularly updated menu offerings based on customer preferences, driving repeat business for the establishment.
  • Spearheaded successful catering events, showcasing the restaurant''s signature dishes while maintaining impeccable standards of service.
  • Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.

Chef

Columbus Park Trattoria
01.2000 - 12.2010
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
  • Streamlined kitchen operations for increased efficiency through effective staff management and delegation.
  • Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
  • Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
  • Assisted with menu development and planning.
  • Received numerous accolades from critics for creative dish presentations, elevating the restaurant''s reputation within the industry.

Skills

  • Menu development
  • Staff Supervision
  • Business Planning
  • Customer Engagement
  • Food presentation
  • Staff Leadership
  • Wine Knowledge
  • Recipes and menu planning
  • Kitchen staff coordination

Playing guitar, Sing & design

Growing Up I was playing  & singing for family and friends. I also enjoy construction and design houses.

Languages

Italian
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional

Timeline

Restaurant Owner

Baldo Bistro
01.2021 - 12.2023

Chef

Sole
01.2011 - 12.2017

Chef

Columbus Park Trattoria
01.2000 - 12.2010

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