Dominic Padovano
Orlando,FL
Summary
A passionate student seeking higher education toward a profession in Culinary. I am currently on track to completing my first year at the university of central Florida or UCF. I enjoy challenging myself with difficult after-school hobbies and activities while maintaining an A average. My strong work ethic motivates me to complete my long-term goal of becoming a world-renowned chef and business owner.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Crunch Sales Associate
Crunch Fitness
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
Lunch and Line cook
Tutto Fresco
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
Bagger & Cashier
Publix
05.2019 - 04.2022
Desserts, salads, and appetizers
SandHill Cove Retirement home
03.2020 - 04.2021
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Education
Senior -
Martin County High School
Associate of Arts - Lodging And Restaurant Management
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL03.2026
Skills
- Problem Solving
- Creativity
- Leadership
- Product Sales
- Sales Development
- Customer Needs Assessment
- Order Processing
- Payment Processing
- Inventory Control
- Upselling
- Sales Training
- Outgoing Personality
- Flexible Schedule
- Self-Checkout Assistance
- Inventory Management
- Food Safety
- Ingredient Inspection
- Food Presentation
- Food Rotation
- Kitchen Operations
- Line Management
- Ingredient Preparation
Certification
- National Registry of Food Safety
- National Registry of Food safety managers
Affiliations
- National Honor Society
- National Technical Honor Society
- Pro Start Culinary
- Martin County High School Drama
- Martin County Band
- Boy Scouts
Social Media - Instagram
@cooking_with_dominic
Strengths
- Science,
- Writing,
- Creativity,
- Public speaking,
Hobbies and Interests
- Surfing
- Fishing
- Weight lifting
- Gardening
- Running
- Cooking
- Drawing
- Wrestling
- Bowling
- Martin County HighSchool Wrestling Varsity
- Martin County High School Bowling Varsity
- Port Saint Lucie Soccer
- Port Saint Lucie Tennis
Volunteer Experience
- Martin County High School Culinary
- Martin County HighSchool culinary catering
- National Honor Society
- National Society of High School Scholars
- Alter server for Holy Redeemer Church
- Boy Scouts of America
- Taste of Martin County
- Harvest Dines Benefit
Timeline
Crunch Sales Associate
Crunch Fitness
08.2023 - 12.2023
Lunch and Line cook
Tutto Fresco
05.2022 - 09.2022
Desserts, salads, and appetizers
SandHill Cove Retirement home
03.2020 - 04.2021
Bagger & Cashier
Publix
05.2019 - 04.2022
Senior -
Martin County High School
Associate of Arts - Lodging And Restaurant Management
University of Central Florida