Cosmin Mihaila
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Dynamic Private Chef with a focus on menu planning, dietary customization, and food safety. Proven ability to craft personalized meal plans while sourcing high-quality ingredients to create exceptional culinary experiences.
Overview
3
3
Languages
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Chef
John Janick CFO Interscope Music
Pacific Palisades, California
09.2022 - Current
- Crafted personalized meal plans based on dietary preferences and client needs.
- Sourced high-quality ingredients from local markets and specialty stores.
- Prepared gourmet dishes while adhering to strict food safety standards.
- Managed kitchen inventory and organized supplies for efficient meal preparation.
- Implemented seasonal menu changes to reflect fresh ingredient availability and trends.
- Organized special events and dinner parties for clients, including menu planning and presentation details.
- Planned and prepared meals for private clients according to dietary requirements and preferences.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards within the kitchen area at all times.
- Designed creative dishes to showcase culinary talents as requested by clients.
- Shopped for gluten-free, nut-free and dairy-free items.
- Created recipes, incorporating various techniques, to build flavor, and unique visual appeal.
Private Chef
Kid Cudi
Calabasas, California
09.2023 - 08.2025
- Crafted personalized meal plans based on dietary preferences and client needs.
- Sourced high-quality ingredients from local markets and specialty stores.
- Managed kitchen inventory and organized supplies for efficient meal preparation.
- Implemented seasonal menu changes to reflect fresh ingredient availability and trends.
- Planned and prepared meals for private clients according to dietary requirements and preferences.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards within the kitchen area at all times.
- Designed creative dishes to showcase culinary talents as requested by clients.
- Stocked pantry with clients' favorite items.
- Implemented and maintained excellent service to achieve guest satisfaction.
- Created recipes, incorporating various techniques, to build flavor, and unique visual appeal.
Private Chef
Nicole Richie and Joel Madden
Beverly Hills, California
01.2020 - 11.2022
- Crafted personalized meal plans based on dietary preferences and client needs.
- Sourced high-quality ingredients from local markets and specialty stores.
- Prepared gourmet dishes while adhering to strict food safety standards.
- Coordinated with event planners to create tailored menus for private functions.
- Implemented seasonal menu changes to reflect fresh ingredient availability and trends.
- Organized special events and dinner parties for clients, including menu planning and presentation details.
- Planned and prepared meals for private clients according to dietary requirements and preferences.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards within the kitchen area at all times.
Education
Culinary Master Degree - Advanced Culinary Techniques
Culinary Institute Mariano Moreno
Bogota Colombia07-2019
Bachelor of Business - Economy
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA07-1999
Skills
- Menu planning
- Food safety
- Ingredient sourcing
- Dietary customization
- Culinary techniques
- Event coordination
- Seasonal menu development
- Inventory management
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Creativity
- Food presentation
- Love for culinary arts
- Culinary expertise
- Cooking techniques
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional
Romanian
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
- Throughout my culinary journey I have had the pleasure to cook for some Los Angeles' elite such as : Chris Hemsworth, Billie Eilish, Paris Hilton, MGK, Kevin Durant, Udonis Haslem, Pussycat Dolls, Cameron Diaz, Lucian Grainge, Benny Blanco and many others.
Timeline
Private Chef
Kid Cudi
09.2023 - 08.2025
Private Chef
John Janick CFO Interscope Music
09.2022 - Current
Private Chef
Nicole Richie and Joel Madden
01.2020 - 11.2022
Culinary Master Degree - Advanced Culinary Techniques
Culinary Institute Mariano Moreno
Bachelor of Business - Economy
San Diego State University