Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
References
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Belkis Perlera

Everett,MA

Summary

Innovative Sous Chef with a knack for enhancing kitchen productivity and efficiency through effective task management. Possess specialized skills in inventory control, menu development, and food safety compliance. Excel in leadership, communication, and problem-solving to deliver exceptional customer experiences.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sous Chef Manager

Eataly Boston
Boston, MA
09.2023 - Current
  • Ensured food preparation and presentation met high standards of quality and sanitation.
  • Assisted in menu development and recipe testing.
  • Coordinated ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of food items.
  • Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate supplies on hand.
  • Directed kitchen staff in day-to-day operations including food production, sanitation, safety practices, and personnel management.
  • Contributed to the successful execution of catered events from start to finish.
  • Supervised cooks and other kitchen personnel during meal services.
  • Complied with all health department regulations regarding proper food handling methods.
  • Created a positive work environment by encouraging teamwork among staff members.

Fresh Pasta Manager

Eataly Boston
Boston, MA
05.2018 - 09.2023
  • Established processes to ensure efficient workflow and production.
  • Ordered ingredients and supplies to maintain adequate inventory levels for the department.
  • Trained, supervised, and evaluated the Fresh Pasta team on proper techniques and safety procedures.
  • Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
  • Developed new recipes that appealed to customers' taste preferences while aligning with Italian traditions.
  • Planned selection according to seasonality of products, customer demand, and profit margins.
  • In addition to retail production, I provided all four restaurants with their inventory and collaborated with chefs to develop new pasta dishes.
  • Operated intricate Italian pasta machines. During Covid, I learned to maintain them and still assist.

Fresh Pasta Associate

Eataly Boston
Boston, MA
12.2016 - 05.2018
  • Greeted customers, answered questions, and provided product knowledge.
  • Performed fresh pasta production according to set recipes, such as flat and filled pasta on the machines, rolled handmade pastas such as Gnocchi, and fulfilling restaurant orders.
  • Stocked case with freshly made Pasta throughout the day ensuring a full selection at all times.

Line Cook

Aramark, Fenway Park
Boston, MA
04.2012 - 11.2016
  • Prepared food items for the kitchens of four restaurants.
  • Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
  • Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
  • Ensured freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock.

Education

Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts

Bunker Hill Community College
Charlestown, MA
05-2016

High School Diploma -

Somerville High School
Somerville, MA
05-2012

Skills

  • Dish preparation
  • Menu development
  • Portion Control
  • Kitchen Management
  • Workflow Optimization
  • Food Safety

Certification

  • Serve Safe Certified

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Sous Chef Manager

Eataly Boston
09.2023 - Current

Fresh Pasta Manager

Eataly Boston
05.2018 - 09.2023

Fresh Pasta Associate

Eataly Boston
12.2016 - 05.2018

Line Cook

Aramark, Fenway Park
04.2012 - 11.2016

Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts

Bunker Hill Community College

High School Diploma -

Somerville High School

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