John Bottari
Fairfield
Summary
culinary professional with 40 years experience at various restaurants and food services excelling in menu development and staff training. Known for a friendly, positive attitude and strong teamwork skills, I effectively managed kitchen operations while ensuring compliance with health standards. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction through innovative recipes and exceptional problem-solving.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Office Cleaning and Maintenance
Jerry Paradis
2019 - Current
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Chef Manager (retired)
MBNA
1995 - 2005
- Supervised kitchen operations to ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
- Developed and implemented seasonal menus based on ingredient availability and customer preferences.
- Trained staff on food preparation techniques, safety protocols, and kitchen equipment usage.
- Collaborated with suppliers to source quality ingredients while managing inventory levels effectively.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards of culinary excellence.
Chef
Cigna Bloomfield, CT
1987 - 1995
- Designed menus that align with nutritional guidelines and cater to client preferences.
- Managed food inventory, ensuring freshness and minimizing waste through efficient stock rotation.
- Trained kitchen staff on food safety protocols and proper cooking techniques.
- Collaborated with nutritionists to create balanced meal options for various health plans.
- Developed and implemented new recipes, enhancing menu offerings based on seasonal ingredients.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fort Pierce Central
Ft. Pierce, FL06.1977
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
Timeline
Office Cleaning and Maintenance
Jerry Paradis
2019 - Current
Chef Manager (retired)
MBNA
1995 - 2005
Chef
Cigna Bloomfield, CT
1987 - 1995
High School Diploma -
Fort Pierce Central