Dimitri Roussos
New York
Summary
Versatile and well rounded restaurant professional with strong experience across major culinary markets including New York City, Boston, Aspen, Asheville and Charleston, South Carolina. Well-versed in menu planning, cost controls and achieving profitability, maintaining smooth and timely kitchen operations and adhering to company standards and menu specifications. Dedicated to cooking delicious food and delivering an exceptional and memorable guest dining experience.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Lead Line Cook
Porter House Bar and Grill
New York
07.2024 - 08.2025
- Supervised celebrated Chef Michael Lomanaco's kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and service in what was regarded as one of the top 100 steakhouses in the world.
- Managed inventory levels and organized supplies for daily operations.
- Trained new line cooks on food safety and cooking techniques.
- Collaborated with chefs to develop seasonal menu items and specials.
PM LEAD SERVER
NICK & STEF'S STEAKHOUSE
New York
09.2021 - 07.2024
- Provided exceptional customer service in a fast-paced dining environment at Madison Square Garden's premier pre-event steakhouse.
- Managed food and drink orders efficiently for multiple tables simultaneously.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food preparation and delivery.
- Trained new servers on menu items and service protocols effectively.
Head Waiter
Element 47 at the Little Nell
Aspen
11.2020 - 08.2021
- Supervised dining room operations and ensured exceptional guest experiences in the Forbes Five Star rated, Relais and Chateau honoree and Wine Spectator Grand Award winning restaurant, one of 96 in the world.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on service techniques and menu knowledge.
PM CAPTAIN
MEAT MARKET STEAKHOUSE
Palm Beach
09.2018 - 06.2020
- Oversaw dining room operations and ensured high service standards.
- Trained and mentored new waitstaff on procedures and customer service.
- Managed customer inquiries and resolved issues promptly and professionally.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - American History
The University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NCAssociate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Asheville Technical Community College
Asheville, NCSkills
- Kitchen management
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Communication skills
- Multitasking and organization
- Flavor pairings
- Performance improvement
- New hire training
Websites
Certification
- New York State Alcohol Training Awareness Program
- Serve Safe Training and Certificate Program
Timeline
Lead Line Cook
Porter House Bar and Grill
07.2024 - 08.2025
PM LEAD SERVER
NICK & STEF'S STEAKHOUSE
09.2021 - 07.2024
Head Waiter
Element 47 at the Little Nell
11.2020 - 08.2021
PM CAPTAIN
MEAT MARKET STEAKHOUSE
09.2018 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Arts - American History
The University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Asheville Technical Community College