Christian Scilabro
Cookeville,TN
Summary
Experienced in high volume restaurants with almost 20 years under my belt. I am extremely efficient and I adapt well under pressure. I have great knife skills, excel at any station, proficient with labor and food cost management, and truly feel I would be an asset to your establishment.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Fire and Vine
Cookeville, TN
08.2023 - 09.2025
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen team and service areas for optimal guest experiences.
- Developed and implemented kitchen policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for kitchen operations and comply with regulations.
- Achieved rapid ticket times during peak service hours by effectively managing workflow distribution across various stations.
- Increased overall profitability with effective budget management, including cost control strategies for purchasing and labor expenses.
- Designed and maintained menus to offer variety of high quality and consistency of dishes.
- Developed strong vendor relationships for consistent delivery of high-quality ingredients at competitive prices.
Line Cook
Crawdaddy’s
Cookeville, TN
08.2016 - 08.2023
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on timing of dish completion.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
Line Cook
Stonehenge
Crossville, TN
09.2014 - 08.2016
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
Line Cook
Pembroke Lakes Country Club
Pembroke Pines, FL
03.2006 - 10.2014
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Demonstrated proficiency in using various kitchen equipment safely for efficient food preparation.
Education
Pembroke Pines Charter High School
Pembroke Pines, FL05.2007
Skills
- Multitasking and organization
- Knife skills
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Food preparation
- Kitchen management
- Inventory control
- Waste reduction
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Vendor relations
- Recipes and menu planning
- Employee scheduling
- Labor cost management
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Fire and Vine
08.2023 - 09.2025
Line Cook
Crawdaddy’s
08.2016 - 08.2023
Line Cook
Stonehenge
09.2014 - 08.2016
Line Cook
Pembroke Lakes Country Club
03.2006 - 10.2014
Pembroke Pines Charter High School