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Fernanda Serrano

Summary

Executive Chef specializing in menu development and team leadership. Excelled in Michelin-star environments, demonstrating expertise in kitchen efficiency and multicultural cuisine. Renowned for elevating dining experiences in New York, fostering innovation, and mentoring high-performing teams.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Chef

elNico
New York, USA
03.2024 - Current
  • Led the opening and operations of a high-end restaurant, overseeing culinary aspects from concept to execution. Developed seasonal menus with locally sourced ingredients, ensuring quality and presentation. Managed kitchen operations, mentoring a high-performing team and maintaining food safety standards. Contributed to strong guest satisfaction and reputation in New York’s competitive dining scene.

Executive Sous Chef

The Nomad Hotel
London, UK
10.2023 - 03.2024
  • Oversaw operations in three kitchens, ensuring consistent service and quality. Led team training, developed creative seasonal menus, and catered for VIP guests. Collaborated with senior management to optimize kitchen systems and contributed to large-scale events.

Chef De Partie

COSME
New York, USA | The World's 50 Best
11.2018 - 03.2021
  • Managed kitchen stations, assisting with production, ordering, and operations. Specialized in butchery, poissonnerie, and station rotations, ensuring seamless service. Helped maintain the restaurant's ranking in The 50 Best Restaurants.

Lead Line Cook

PUJOL
Mexico City, Mexico | The World's 50 Best
10.2015 - 08.2018
  • Assisted in the preparation of modern Mexican dishes by Enrique Olvera, ensuring authenticity and execution. Worked across multiple stations and supported team training in a high-pressure environment.

Stage

El Celler de Can Roca
Girona, Spain | 3 Michelin Stars | The World's 50 Best
09.2016 - 03.2017
  • Worked across all kitchen stations, contributing to R&D for Roca Bar in Barcelona and innovative dish development.

Stage

Restaurant Stucki
Basel, Switzerland | 2 Michelin Stars
01.2016 - 01.2016
  • Gained insights into contemporary European cuisine under Chef Tanja Grandits.

Stage

Schloss Schauenstein
Fürstenau, Switzerland | 3 Michelin Stars | World's 50 Best
07.2015 - 08.2015
  • Supported the development of complex, elegant dishes under Andreas Caminada, maintaining Michelin-level execution.

Stage

Osteria Francescana
Modena, Italy | 3 Michelin Stars | The World's 50 Best
07.2014 - 12.2014
  • Worked across key kitchen sections, contributing to iconic dishes and recipes under Massimo Bottura’s mentorship.

Education

Food Safety & Hygiene Certification

New York City Department of Health
New York, NY
01-2024

Bachelors Degree - Food Science and Gastronomy

CESSA University
Mexico City
01.2016

Cooperative program - italian cuisine

ALMA La Scuola Internazionale di Cucina Italiana
Parma, Italy
08.2014

Skills

  • Menu Development & Concept Creation
  • Leadership & Team Management
  • Michelin-Star & Fine Dining Expertise
  • Kitchen Operations & Efficiency
  • Event & Large-Scale Catering
  • Multicultural Cuisine
  • Problem and complaint resolution
  • Inventory control

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
Italian
Full Professional
French
Limited

Timeline

Executive Chef

elNico
03.2024 - Current

Executive Sous Chef

The Nomad Hotel
10.2023 - 03.2024

Chef De Partie

COSME
11.2018 - 03.2021

Stage

El Celler de Can Roca
09.2016 - 03.2017

Stage

Restaurant Stucki
01.2016 - 01.2016

Lead Line Cook

PUJOL
10.2015 - 08.2018

Stage

Schloss Schauenstein
07.2015 - 08.2015

Stage

Osteria Francescana
07.2014 - 12.2014

Food Safety & Hygiene Certification

New York City Department of Health

Bachelors Degree - Food Science and Gastronomy

CESSA University

Cooperative program - italian cuisine

ALMA La Scuola Internazionale di Cucina Italiana

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