Dennis Montileone
Clearwater,FL
Summary
Dynamic Catering Chef with extensive experience at ARAMARK, excelling in kitchen organization and innovative menu development. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction through high-quality culinary creations and effective team collaboration. Skilled in food safety practices, ensuring compliance while fostering a positive work environment. Committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Catering Chef
ARAMARK, Contract Services
03.2023 - Current
- Cooked for large groups of people and managing various types of food for large events.
- Ordered food items and supplies needed to fulfill catering jobs.
- Crafted exciting catering options for clients.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary kitchen environment by adhering to strict health and safety regulations.
- Demonstrated versatility in cuisine styles, adapting menus to accommodate dietary restrictions or cultural preferences as needed.
- Transported meal and beverage trays from kitchen and bar areas to serve guest tables.
- Set up and disassembled food service stations, equipment and furniture per contract specifications.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
Chef Manager
FrankCrum
12.2010 - 08.2022
- Placed food orders with suppliers on weekly basis, taking into account kitchen budget and expected demands.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Kept kitchen staff in compliance with safety and food regulations to reduce opportunities for illness or accidents.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Implemented strict adherence to food safety regulations, ensuring the consistent delivery of safe and delicious meals.
- Pitched in to work line during busy periods or in place of sick employees.
- Continuously updated knowledge of industry trends and incorporated innovative concepts into menu offerings, keeping clients engaged over time.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Developed new culinary programs that increased customer satisfaction and operational excellence levels.
Room Chef
Seminole Hard Rock Tampa
03.2007 - 12.2010
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Upheld stringent food safety regulations, ensuring compliance with all relevant health department guidelines.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality culinary creations.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
- Collaborated effectively with front-of-house team for seamless dining experience and positive customer feedback.
- Implemented rigorous quality control measures to ensure consistent taste and presentation of dishes.
- Boosted team morale and productivity with regular training sessions on culinary techniques and customer service standards.
Education
Associate of Arts - Hospitality
Hillsborough Community College
Tampa, FL09-2008
Skills
- Cleaning practices
- Food pairings
- Kitchen organization
- Cooking methods
Accomplishments
- Executed catering services for events with 400+ attendees.
- Supervised team of 15 staff members.
Certification
- CPCE - Certified Professional in Catering and Events
- Certified Chef, American Culinary Federation
Timeline
Catering Chef
ARAMARK, Contract Services
03.2023 - Current
Chef Manager
FrankCrum
12.2010 - 08.2022
Room Chef
Seminole Hard Rock Tampa
03.2007 - 12.2010
Associate of Arts - Hospitality
Hillsborough Community College
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