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Francesca Riccio

Southington,CT

Summary

Hardworking College freshman looking for experience. Currently enrolled at the University of Connecticut, double majoring in Italian and Spanish. Experience with leadership positions, event planning, public speaking, and teamwork.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Private Chef

Take A Chef
Southington, CT
08.2023 - Current
  • Planned and prepared meals for private clients according to dietary requirements and preferences.
  • Ordered food supplies, ensuring freshness and quality of ingredients.
  • Created menus with seasonal produce while maintaining a budget.
  • Organized special events and dinner parties for clients, including menu planning and presentation details.
  • Designed creative dishes to showcase culinary talents as requested by clients.
  • Maintained cleanliness and safety standards within the kitchen area at all times.
  • Adhered to health codes when preparing meals for clients, ensuring proper storage and sanitation practices were followed.
  • Conducted research on new cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and recipes.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of regional cuisine styles by creating signature dishes inspired by various cultures.
  • Shopped for gluten-free, nut-free and dairy-free items.
  • Created recipes, incorporating various techniques, to build flavor and unique visual appeal.
  • Implemented and maintained excellent service to achieve guest satisfaction.

Sandwich Artist

SUBWAY®Restaurants
Plainville, CT
09.2023 - 11.2023
  • Prepared food items such as sandwiches, salads, soups, and drinks according to customer orders or company recipes.
  • Operated cash registers to process payments from customers.
  • Maintained cleanliness of work area throughout shift.
  • Stocked shelves with products and supplies.
  • Organized inventory for efficient restocking of products.
  • Provided excellent customer service by addressing inquiries promptly and professionally.
  • Completed opening, closing and shift change tasks by following company guidelines.
  • Kept customer and food preparation areas clean and well-organized.
  • Used POS system and cash register to receive payments by cash, check, credit card and voucher.
  • Cleaned tables, chairs, counters, floors, trays, dishes, silverware after each shift.

Food Runner/Busser/Server

Smokin With Chris
Southington, CT
06.2022 - 08.2023
  • Assisted servers in setting up tables for guests.
  • Organized food orders and ensured accuracy of items served to customers.
  • Greeted and welcomed customers as they arrived at the restaurant.
  • Delivered food to guests in a timely manner while following safety protocols.
  • Ensured that all orders were correct before leaving the kitchen area.
  • Provided assistance with clearing plates from tables after meals were completed.
  • Cleaned and sanitized work areas throughout shift including counter tops, floors, equipment.
  • Maintained supplies such as napkins, silverware, glassware and plates throughout shift.
  • Restocked bar items such as beer taps, wine bottles, liquor bottles and garnishes.
  • Performed daily pre-shift side work duties such as restocking supplies, polishing silverware.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Spanish/Italian

University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT

Skills

  • Meal Preparation
  • Kitchen knife proficiency
  • Budgeting and cost control
  • Event Catering
  • Recipe Development
  • Food presentation
  • Menu Planning
  • Food preparation techniques
  • Special Events
  • Delegating Work
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Fundraising
  • Collaboration
  • Relationship Building
  • Time Management
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Public Speaking
  • Organizational Skills
  • Goal Setting
  • Problem-Solving
  • Bilingual in Spanish and Italian

Affiliations

High School:

  • Class President 4 years at Southington High School
  • Member of National Honor Society
  • Clubs: Spanish club, Italian Club
  • Sports: Basketball, Track, Cross Country, Powder Puff

College:

  • Husky Thon
  • Care cakes baking club
  • Yoga Club

Languages

Spanish
Full Professional
Italian
Full Professional

Certification

  • Italian Seal of Biliteracy
  • Spanish Seal of Biliteracy

Timeline

Sandwich Artist

SUBWAY®Restaurants
09.2023 - 11.2023

Private Chef

Take A Chef
08.2023 - Current

Food Runner/Busser/Server

Smokin With Chris
06.2022 - 08.2023

Some College (No Degree) - Spanish/Italian

University of Connecticut

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