Daniel Silva
Fort Lauderdale,FL
Summary
Motivated professional dedicated to sourcing high-quality ingredients from local sources to drive farm-to-table menus. Proactive and adaptable team leader passionate about sustainable cuisine. Talented at creating exciting and innovative menus based on in-season ingredients. Versatile Chef with vast experience preparing dishes to impress diners. Trains and develops chefs to company standards. Anticipates ingredient needs and arranges re-stock to facilitate productive kitchen flow and uphold business standards.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef Assistant
Crema Gourmet Espresso Bar
FORT LAUDARDALE BY DC , FL
02.2023 - Current
- Assisted in food preparation and assembly for daily menu items.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and equipment.
- I work as a chef; the position is called head chef.
- Inventory manager and supervisor of kitchen processes and cleaning.
- Trainer of new kitchen workers.
- It is also very important to mention that in my country, Chile, I worked as a credit and insurance sales executive in a bank for 5 years.
- Communicated effectively with team members to coordinate kitchen tasks smoothly.
- Trained new staff on kitchen procedures and safety protocols as needed.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed during meal prep.
- Communicated with wait staff regarding special orders or dietary restrictions.
Education
Accountant
Universidad Catolica
Chile01-2022
Skills
- Food preparation
- Kitchen organization
- Inventory management
- Staff training
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Adaptability to change
- Conflict resolution
- Food spoilage prevention
- Temperature control
- Chef support
- Food presentation
- Food waste reduction
- Multitasking
- Cooking support
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Accomplishments
- In 2021, I was among the top 10 executives at BCI Bank in Chile.
Affiliations
- I go to the gym 5 days a week, I really like reading and living a healthy life.
Timeline
Chef Assistant
Crema Gourmet Espresso Bar
02.2023 - Current
Accountant
Universidad Catolica