Summary
Overview
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Education
Skills
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Jake Cerese

Jake Cerese

Nicasio,CA

Summary

Dynamic restaurant and hospitality professional with extensive experience in delivering exceptional food and service. Recognized for expertise in culinary techniques that prioritize fresh, seasonal, local, and organic ingredients. Proven ability to adapt to diverse cooking styles while maintaining high standards of quality. Committed to enhancing guest experiences through innovative cuisine and exceptional service.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Private Chef

Gassho House
Nicasio, CA
04.2023 - Current
  • Cook for groups between 4-20 people
  • Prep, cook, clean meals for weekend and week long retreats
  • Shop at farmer's markets and establish relationships with local growers
  • Work with dietary restrictions and food allergy requirements for all participants

Operating Manager

Strange Magic Bottle Shop
Larkspur, CA
12.2023 - 06.2025
  • Buyer of liquor, wine, food, and all supplies for the shop
  • Bookkeeping, payroll, & budgeting
  • Daily operations, customer relations

Chef

Kerouac's Restaurant
Baker, NV
05.2017 - 01.2022
  • Create menus & specials for seasonal restaurant next to National Park
  • Order ingredients from distributors and work with local farmers for seasonal produce
  • Manage kitchen staff including hiring and firing

Sales Manager

Bonhomie Wine Imports
New York, NY
09.2012 - 12.2017
  • Sales Manager for boutique wine importer specializing in European wine.
  • Manage team of sales reps.
  • Work with over 400 accounts including Michelin star restaurant and high end shops.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts

Alamance Community College
Graham, NC
06-2004

Bachelor of Arts - English

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC
06-1999

Skills

  • Group Meal Preparation
  • Skilled in Pastry Arts
  • Proficient in Food Safety Standards
  • Cultivated Relationships with Farmers Market Vendors
  • Classical French Culinary Skills
  • Specialization in Mediterranean Dietary Practices
  • Emphasis on Organic & Sustainable Ingredients
  • Skilled in Vegetarian & Vegan Cuisine
  • Menu Development
  • Event Management
  • Develop Unique Menu Items
  • Extensive Knowledge in Wine & Spirits
  • Cocktail & Mocktail Preparation

Affiliations

  • Avid hiker, world traveler, and animal lover. My perfect day off is spent hiking a remote trail in a National Park.

Certification

  • Servsafe Certified

Timeline

Operating Manager

Strange Magic Bottle Shop
12.2023 - 06.2025

Private Chef

Gassho House
04.2023 - Current

Chef

Kerouac's Restaurant
05.2017 - 01.2022

Sales Manager

Bonhomie Wine Imports
09.2012 - 12.2017

Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts

Alamance Community College

Bachelor of Arts - English

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

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