Kattianis Costales
Summary
Experienced Pastry Chef and Chef specializing in hospitality and customer service. Expertise in kitchen management, inventory control, time management, and product consistency and cleanliness. Engages clientele to enhance dining experiences and boost satisfaction in high-pressure environments. Resourceful culinary professional known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Additional skills include advanced food preparation techniques, innovative menu development, staff training and development, and administrative work.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook III Sapore Slice
Rivers Casino
Philadelphia, PA
05.2024 - Current
- Trained new staff on cooking techniques and kitchen safety protocols to ensure consistent food quality and safety standards.
- Prepared high-quality pizzas using fresh ingredients and specialized equipment.
- Crafted pizzas using proper amount of dough and quantities of toppings according to specifications.
- Mastered pizza dough recipe in efficient time exceeding expectations
- Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.
- Assisted with food preparation for "Grab and Go" service during peak hours.
- Collaborated with catering staff to fulfill special requests from guests attending banquets.
- Maintained cleanliness of restaurant according to health code regulations.
BANQUET SOUS CHEF
River House at Odette's
08.2020 - 12.2022
- Creating state of the art food displays- Charcuterie, Fruit, Cheese.
- Mentored junior cooks on proper cooking techniques, fostering skill development and growth within the team.
- Fulfillment of dietary restrictions or personal lifestyle choices.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Implemented strict food safety standards, reducing the risk of contamination and ensuring the well-being of guests.
MORNING CHEF
Sheraton Suites
12.2019 - 08.2020
- Maintaining cleanliness along with ensuring proper food handling, safety, and sanitation procedures.
- Training new and/or existing employees.
- Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Elevated restaurant's reputation, securing positive reviews through meticulous attention to food quality and presentation.
CHEF INSTRUCTOR/SOUS CHEF
Hudson Table
02.2019 - 08.2020
- Instructed guests of all ages in proper food handling and safety
- Motivated students to achieve new levels of skill in diverse kitchen tasks.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current food trends, incorporating them into lesson plans to ensure relevance in today''s fast-paced culinary landscape.
- Guided guests on how to properly make the dishes in preparation step by step
- Ensured proper alcohol consumption, dietary warnings of each individual guest
- Instructed students on menu planning, recipe development, and cost analysis to promote efficiency in professional kitchens.
PASTRY CHEF
Plenty Cafe
04.2018 - 01.2019
- Developed new recipes and specialty offerings that enhanced bakery reputation and contributed to over 20% sales growth.
- Consistently met tight deadlines for special orders, ensuring client satisfaction and repeat business.
- Effectively managed multiple tasks simultaneously during high-volume periods, maintaining consistent quality across all products.
- Addressed inquiries on ingredient allergies and dietary restrictions, providing suitable alternatives to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Provided excellent customer service through addressing inquiries on ingredient allergies or dietary restrictions while suggesting suitable alternatives.
ASSISTANT PASTRY CHEF
McCarthy's Red Stag Pub and Whiskey Bar
06.2015 - 09.2017
- Increased revenue by 20%. Decreased supply cost by 10%. Maintained Supply Consistency
- Maintained cleanliness, organization and management of the kitchen and baking areas.
- Executed successful baking classes to the public of all ages.
- Managed staffing schedule, coached and developed skillful employees.
- Trained new staff members on proper techniques, elevating overall team performance.
- Created new dessert items for seasonal and special events.
BANQUET SOUS CHEF
Historic Hotel Bethlehem
09.2012 - 06.2015
- Prepared food for banquets and individual guests, ensuring quality and presentation for diverse event sizes.
- Created state-of-the-art displays of food installations and pastries/petite desserts.
- Introduced innovative plating techniques that enhanced the visual appeal of dishes, elevating the overall dining experience for event guests.
- Created state-of-the-art displays of food installations and pastries/petite desserts.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity due to high volume restaurant.
- Monitored banquet food costs and identified potential savings, contributing to effective budget management without sacrificing quality.
Education
Associates - Culinary Arts
Northampton Community College
Bethlehem, PAAssociates - General Studies
Northampton Community College
Bethlehem, PAAssociates - Applied Sciences
Northampton Community College
Bethlehem, PAHigh School Diploma -
Skills
- High volume food production
- Food Safety and Sanitation
- Pastry skills
- Accommodations to guests with dietary restrictions/food allergies
- Inventory management
- Analytical problem solving
- Microsoft Knowledge- 80 WPM, Excel, Powerpoint
- Bilingual communication
- Employee training management
- Attention to detail
- Nutritional science
- Customer service excellence
- Recipe development
- High-volume food production
- Customer service
- Cost control
- Employee training
- Order prioritization
- Team leadership
- Dependable and responsible
- Conflict resolution
- Flexible and adaptable
Certification
- ServSafe in Food Management
- ServSafe Allergens
- ServSafe Food Handler
Timeline
Cook III Sapore Slice
Rivers Casino
05.2024 - Current
BANQUET SOUS CHEF
River House at Odette's
08.2020 - 12.2022
MORNING CHEF
Sheraton Suites
12.2019 - 08.2020
CHEF INSTRUCTOR/SOUS CHEF
Hudson Table
02.2019 - 08.2020
PASTRY CHEF
Plenty Cafe
04.2018 - 01.2019
ASSISTANT PASTRY CHEF
McCarthy's Red Stag Pub and Whiskey Bar
06.2015 - 09.2017
BANQUET SOUS CHEF
Historic Hotel Bethlehem
09.2012 - 06.2015
Associates - Culinary Arts
Northampton Community College
Associates - General Studies
Northampton Community College
Associates - Applied Sciences
Northampton Community College