Ilona Wyszynka
Lake Worth,FL
Summary
Dynamic Private Chef with a proven track record at Thomas Grudovich, specializing in customized meal planning and allergy awareness. Expert in recipe development and team management, I consistently deliver exceptional dining experiences while maintaining high sanitation standards. Passionate about culinary creativity, I enhance customer satisfaction through innovative dishes tailored to individual preferences.
Inventive Private Chef accepts criticism with a positive attitude. Skilled at incorporating homegrown vegetables and fruits into creative dishes. Great understanding of allergy and diet restrictions. Adept at planning and developing menus for breakfast, snacks, lunch, dinner and dessert.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Chef
Thomas Grudovich
02.2025 - 12.2025
- Provided easy-to-read cooking preparation instructions for clients.
- Created customized meal plans based on client dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Shopped for ingredients.
- Safely packaged and labeled each individual meal.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Delivered excellent food quality and maximized customer satisfaction by preparing meals according to customer requests.
House Manager/Chef
Lis Waterman
05.2023 - 01.2025
- Managed day-to-day operation of home to comply with regulations and agency standards.
- Assisted residents with daily hygiene and living tasks.
- Supervised residents preparing meals and handling chores and provided constructive feedback.
- Developed and implemented new housekeeping practices to increase productivity and cohesiveness.
- Monitored staff performance and provided feedback to drive productivity.
- Supervised team of housekeeping and janitorial workers to meet highest quality of cleanliness and safety standards.
- Trained and mentored new staff on cleaning and safety protocols.
- Implemented daily, weekly and monthly cleaning routines for staff to follow.
- Scheduled and prioritized tasks to staff, overseeing work completion.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.
- Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
- Developed close relationships with suppliers to source best ingredients.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
Education
Associate of Science - Business Management
University of Phoenix
Chicago, Illinois01-2007
Skills
- Meal preparation
- Allergy awareness
- Recipe development
- Cooking equipment proficiency
- Menu planning
- Wine pairing
- Team management
- Nutritional advice
- Sanitation practices
Languages
Polish
Native or Bilingual
English
Timeline
Private Chef
Thomas Grudovich
02.2025 - 12.2025
House Manager/Chef
Lis Waterman
05.2023 - 01.2025
Associate of Science - Business Management
University of Phoenix