Kenneth Sullano
New York City,US
Summary
Chef with over 10 years of culinary leadership, strong management and experience with unionized environment, and expertise in managing kitchen operations, known for enhancing dining experiences through innovative recipe development and effective team mentoring. Demonstrates strong skills in menu pricing, inventory management, ensuring quality and efficiency in all culinary endeavors. Passionate about fostering a collaborative kitchen environment to boost team morale and productivity.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
Park Hyatt New York
New York, NY
09.2024 - Current
- Manage kitchen operations, ensuring high standards in food quality and safety.
- Supervised kitchen staff, fostering collaboration and efficiency to maintain smooth operations.
- Fostered teamwork among kitchen staff, creating a supportive environment that improved morale and productivity during peak hours.
- Monitored food quality and freshness, implementing adjustments based on customer feedback to ensure high standards.
- Collaborated with the Executive Chef to design unique dishes for special events, enhancing the restaurant's reputation and appeal.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining food preparation processes, leading to quicker service times and improved guest satisfaction.
- Coordinated food supply chain, optimizing inventory management to minimize waste.
- Manage unionized environment.
Sous Chef
The Cloud One Hotel
New York City
01.2024 - 09.2024
- Opened the restaurant, meeting vendors, training new culinary staff.
- Manage food orders, ensuring quality and reducing waste for guest satisfaction.
- Lead and mentor kitchen team, enhancing skills and fostering collaboration.
- Standardize recipes, improving consistency and attracting repeat customers.
- Plan and price menus based on availability, drawing in new patrons.
- Cultivate vendor relationships for timely deliveries and competitive pricing.
Restaurant and Banquet Tournant
Hard Rock Hotel
New York City
12.2022 - 12.2023
- Prepare and execute high-quality dishes across various kitchen stations, ensuring company standards.
- Innovated plating techniques, receiving positive guest feedback and enhancing hotel reputation.
- Implemented new inventory management system, reducing waste by 14.7% and improving efficiency.
- Collaborated on menu development, introducing seasonal specials that became guest favorites.
- Conducted safety training sessions, significantly reducing kitchen accidents and improving staff awareness.
Kitchen Manager
Tops1 Beach Resort by Vacasa
Miramar Beach, FL
05.2021 - 12.2022
- Trained by Michelin Executive Chef
- Supervised meal preparation and food handling, ensuring safety and compliance with health regulations.
- Implemented food safety initiatives, enhancing kitchen hygiene standards.
- Designed training programs that improved employee morale and retention.
- Conducted regular staff feedback sessions to promote continuous improvement.
- Oversaw food preparation processes, maintaining high standards of quality and safety.
- Implemented inventory control procedures to manage food supplies effectively.
Kitchen Manager
Pelican Beach Resort
Destin, FL
03.2018 - 06.2021
- Trained staff on cooking techniques, safety rules; improved productivity and compliance.
- Monitored sanitation practices, ensured adherence to health regulations; maintained high hygiene standards.
- Oversaw meal preparation, monitored food handling; promoted safety and quality.
- Enhanced training modules, improved staff competency and morale; increased efficiency.
- Introduced new menu items, received positive customer feedback; boosted sales.
Education
B.S. - Hotel & Restaurant Management
University of Cebu
Cebu, PhilippinesSkills
- Menu Planning
- Recipe Development
- Food Safety
- Banquet Operations
- Inventory Management
- Cost Control
- Supplier Management
- Culinary Leadership
- Team Management
- Leadership
- Problem Solving
- Financial Planning
- Customer Service
- Communication
Timeline
Sous Chef
Park Hyatt New York
09.2024 - Current
Sous Chef
The Cloud One Hotel
01.2024 - 09.2024
Restaurant and Banquet Tournant
Hard Rock Hotel
12.2022 - 12.2023
Kitchen Manager
Tops1 Beach Resort by Vacasa
05.2021 - 12.2022
Kitchen Manager
Pelican Beach Resort
03.2018 - 06.2021
B.S. - Hotel & Restaurant Management
University of Cebu