Damaso Cotman

• Personal catering for NBA athletes.
• Developed and executed diverse menus tailored to client preferences and dietary restrictions.
• Ensured compliance with health regulations, maintaining high standards of food safety and sanitation.
• Oversaw catering events from planning to execution, ensuring exceptional service and client satisfaction.
• Consistently delivered exceptional customer service through anticipating client needs and promptly addressing concerns or requests.
• Collaborated with event planners, ensuring seamless coordination of food preparation and presentation.
• Managed a team of culinary professionals, providing training and mentorship to improve skills and performance.

Directed dining operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

• Developed and implemented nutrition programs tailored to resident needs.
• Led staff training initiatives, enhancing service quality and operational efficiency.
• Collaborated with culinary team to create diverse, appealing menus for residents.
• Managed budgeting processes, optimizing resource allocation within dining services.
• Strengthened controls to minimize waste and reduce costs.
• Led daily staff meetings to implement policies and update team members on meal plans.

• Oversaw dining operations, ensuring high-quality service and compliance with health regulations.
• Collaborated with vendors to source quality ingredients while managing inventory efficiently.
• Enhanced dining experience through resident feedback integration into service offerings.
• Led initiatives to improve meal presentation and overall dining environment for residents.
• Monitored budgetary constraints while maintaining quality standards in food service delivery.

• Work closely with the chef as his right hand, inventory, and meal/event planning. Setting up events ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Trained new team members on culinary techniques and operational procedures.
• Managed inventory control, reducing waste through effective stock rotation practices.
• Collaborated with event planners to create customized catering solutions for various occasions.
• Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.

• Developed weekly menus in collaboration with culinary team, enhancing customer satisfaction.
• Monitored food preparation processes to maintain quality and consistency across all dishes.
• Streamlined kitchen workflows, resulting in improved speed of service and enhanced operational efficiency.

• Dietary planning, following strict diet needs for severe allergy and at risk youth. Stock, inventory, and menu planning.
• Developed individualized nutrition plans tailored to children's dietary needs and preferences.
• Conducted workshops for parents on healthy meal planning and balanced diets for children.
• Monitored and evaluated children's dietary habits to ensure compliance with health standards.
• Implemented strategies to promote healthy eating habits among students through engaging activities.
• Trained staff on nutrition best practices and food safety protocols in school settings.

• Led kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations and hygiene standards.
• Trained and supervised kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative environment to improve performance.
• Oversaw daily food production schedules, ensuring timely meal service to meet demand fluctuations.
• Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication and smooth service during busy shifts.

• Work closely with the chef/owner. stocking, inventory, and training new staff.
• Developed and executed diverse menu options tailored to client preferences.
• Coordinated food preparation schedules, optimizing workflow efficiency during events.
• Implemented quality assurance processes, maintaining consistency in food presentation and flavor profiles.
• Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.