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Dayanna Vanwinkle

Sarasota,FL

Summary

With a prestigious culinary foundation from Le Cordon Bleu , I am a high-profile private Chef known for my expertise in crafting exquisite , health-conscious meals.

My culinary journey is marked by a passionate commitment to nutrition and wellness, ensuring that every dish I create not only delights the palate but also nourish the body .

My dedication to excellence and personalized service has earned me a distinguished reputation among discerning clients seeking a refined and healthful dinning experience.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Personal Chef/House Manager

Collatos/Martignetti Family
02.2021 - Current
  • Met with client and discussed preferred meals, dietary restrictions and food allergies.
  • Prepared and served meals for small dinner parties and large events and complied with diet requests and special accommodations.
  • Sourced healthy cooking techniques to capture flavor and nutrients of food with fresh ingredients.
  • Planned menus that incorporated healthy, fresh food sourced from local farmers and stores.
  • Labeled food to include reheating and safe storage and handling instructions.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with guests, vendors and other external partners to establish rapport.
  • Scheduled and prioritized tasks to staff, overseeing work completion.

Personal Chef

Sussman Family
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Designed and prepared all menu items for private home/office setting.
  • Shopped at specialty grocery stores to obtain ingredients needed for food preparation.
  • Studied cultures and cuisines of various areas around world in effort to prepare authentic dishes.
  • Developed recipe inventory to offer meal options for variety of tastes and needs.

Personal Chef/ House Manager

Poduska Family
01.2013 - 07.2016
  • Met with client and discussed preferred meals, dietary restrictions and food allergies.
  • Shopped at specialty grocery stores to obtain ingredients needed for food preparation.
  • Trained and supervised staff on proper cleaning techniques, safety protocols and customer service to increase quality standards.
  • Coordinated with outside vendors to provide supplies and equipment for staff.
  • Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.

Chef Assistant/ House Manager

Celebrity Couple
04.2012 - 10.2012


  • Maintained cleanliness and order of kitchen prep areas and appliances as well as convenient organization of ingredients.
  • Help and assisted their main Chef.
  • Assisted the entire staff coming from CA.
  • help them with all their needs to keep they short stayed as easy as possible.
  • As they were in town for the summer of 2012 to record a movie , I was the only one from Boston to guide and help the entourage with all their needs.

Education

Associate of Arts - Health And Wellness

Harvard Medical School
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01.2024

Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts

Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Art - Cambridge
Cambridge, MA
02.2016

Skills

  • Time Management and Organization
  • Strong communication and Interpersonal skills
  • Flexibility and Adaptability
  • Culinary expertise in various cuisines ,international background

Timeline

Personal Chef/House Manager

Collatos/Martignetti Family
02.2021 - Current

Personal Chef

Sussman Family
01.2019 - 01.2020

Personal Chef/ House Manager

Poduska Family
01.2013 - 07.2016

Chef Assistant/ House Manager

Celebrity Couple
04.2012 - 10.2012

Associate of Arts - Health And Wellness

Harvard Medical School

Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts

Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Art - Cambridge

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