Dalia Esposito
Culinary Professional
Portland
Summary
Culinary entrepreneur with a proven track record at City Deli Inc., excelling in culinary production and recipe development. Successfully launched Giuseppe's Best, expanding to 11 retailers. Expertise in inventory control and team leadership, fostering exceptional customer experiences. Adept at building vendor relationships and ensuring food safety compliance, driving business growth and community engagement.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner/Operator
City Deli Inc.
03.2019 - Current
Led end-to-end culinary and operational functions, spanning from food preparation, service, catering, team hiring, inventory and billing.
Owner/Operator
Giuseppe's Best
03.2017 - 03.2019
Launched and grew specialty food brand with 5 jarred products sold at farmer's markets and 11 local retailers.
Education
No Degree - Business Psychology
University of San Diego
San Diego, CASkills
Culinary Production & Recipe Development
Kitchen & Foodservice Operations
Catering and Event Coordination
Inventory, Ordering and Cost Control
Staff Hiring and Team Leadership
Food Safety and Compliance
Customer Experience and Community Engagement
Vendor and Wholesale Relationship Building
Accomplishments
Awarded Best of 207 in 3 culinary categories: breakfast, lunch and catering in 2024
Awarded Portland's Best Kept Secret by Portland Buy Local 2019
Awarded Judge's Favorite in the Specialty Foods Pavilion at Fryeburg Fair 2019
Certification
ServSafe Certified
Timeline
Owner/Operator
City Deli Inc.
03.2019 - Current
Owner/Operator
Giuseppe's Best
03.2017 - 03.2019
No Degree - Business Psychology
University of San Diego