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Jennifer Marabella

Vero Beach,FL

Summary

Talented Chef with a sound knowledge of food preparation, menu design, and restaurant management. Works closely with both front and back of the house to ensure all services are strongly executed. Works closely with local farmers and vendors to maintain fresh and seasonal ingredients. Offers strong communication and delegation skills. High energy, well organized and a solid understanding of the restaurant industry as a whole.

Overview

2024
2024
years of professional experience

Work History

Sous Chef

Polo Steak and Sea
Vero Beach, FL
2024 - 2025

Contributed to menu creation and recipe evaluation.

Implemented standards for dish presentation.

Supported inventory control and procurement.

Managed food preparation processes.

Sous Chef of Catering & Banquets

Brookfield Country Club
Buffalo, NY
03.2022 - 06.2023
  • Ensured food preparation and presentation met high standards of quality and sanitation.
  • Assisted in menu development and recipe testing.
  • Directed kitchen staff in day-to-day operations including food production, sanitation, safety practices, and personnel management.
  • Collaborated with Executive Chef to create innovative dishes for special events.
  • Contributed to the successful execution of catered events from start to finish.
  • Established standard procedures for plating presentations.

Executive Chef, Co Owner

Yoshi Sushi And Seafood
East Aurora, NY
01.2019 - 02.2022
  • Set, enforced and optimized internal policies to maintain efficiency and responsiveness to demands.
  • Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
  • Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation and safety processes.
  • Hired, trained and managed all kitchen staff, including employee development, issuing disciplinary action and conducting performance reviews.
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.

Executive Chef/Senior Kitchen Manager

Siena Restaurant
Snyder, NY
05.2005 - 01.2019
  • Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
  • Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
  • Maximized quality assurance by completing frequent checks of line.
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
  • Hired and managed all kitchen staff.

Education

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences

Erie Community College
Orchard Park, NY

Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts

Erie Community College
Buffalo, NY

Skills

  • Vendor Relationships
  • Sales Promotion
  • Assignment Delegation
  • Financial Statement Review

Accomplishments

    Teaching culinary classes at Auburn Watson Culinary Center. Create menus and teaching plans for patrons. Looking to enhance their culinary expertise and confidence in the kitchen. Focus on knife skills, cooking techniques and food/equipment safety.

    Catering, provide both in house and offsite catering to both homes and businesses, including menu creation and transporting food and equipment.

Custom

References: 

James Tarantino (Siena Restaurant) (716)698-5357

Shannon Stafford (Siena and Brookfield) (716)435-4431

Arthur Pepe (Brookfield) (716)361-2748

Timeline

Sous Chef of Catering & Banquets

Brookfield Country Club
03.2022 - 06.2023

Executive Chef, Co Owner

Yoshi Sushi And Seafood
01.2019 - 02.2022

Executive Chef/Senior Kitchen Manager

Siena Restaurant
05.2005 - 01.2019

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences

Erie Community College

Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts

Erie Community College

Sous Chef

Polo Steak and Sea
2024 - 2025
Jennifer Marabella