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Education
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Luca Sabellico

North Miami Beach,FL

Summary

My enduring passion for the culinary arts has kept me abreast of the latest trends in fresh, innovative, and healthy menu options. Currently, I am actively seeking a Chef/Sous Chef position aligned with my extensive 22-year background in the food and hospitality industry, preferably within a dynamic and innovative restaurant/hotel setting. I welcome the opportunity to meet with you to delve further into my experiences. Anticipating the chance to discuss my journey, I extend my gratitude for your time.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Private Chef

Chef Luca llc
01.2013 - Current
  • Founded and operated a private chef service, catering to high-profile clients.
  • Created customized meal plans based on client dietary restrictions and preferences.
  • Worked full time for Liz Rad, family, and businesses

( Sorrel River Ranch) since 2021.

  • Worked full-time for two years for Dr. Wayne Holman (Ridgeback Capital) and family in various prestigious residences.
  • Delivered excellent food quality and maximized customer satisfaction by preparing meals according to customer requests.

Chef De Cuisine

Sorrel River Ranch Hotel & Spa
03.2023 - 08.2023
  • Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
  • Scheduled and supervised all kitchen employees such as dishwashers and waiters.
  • Created menus and designed corresponding recipes for Sorrel.
  • Implemented successful cross-marketing strategies such as food and wine pairings.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.


Worked also February to July 2022.

Sous Chef

Casa Tua Cucina
10.2018 - 06.2021
  • High volume restaurant (2000/3000 clients daily)
  • Led a team of 10 employees at the grill station, overseeing daily operations, execution, prep, ordering, inventory, and pass.
  • Supervised a team of 12 employees at the pasta station, ensuring preparation of sauces and pastas, as well as overseeing station prep and operations.
  • Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.

Chef

Caffe di Mauro 1464 Whashington Ave.
08.2018 - 10.2018
  • Supervised daily operations, ensuring the preparation of food to order with a focus on quality control and inventory.

Partner, Executive chef/ manager

La Focaccia Miami Beach
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Spearheaded the creation and development of menus and recipes.
  • Supervised daily operations, set up vendors and clients accounts, managed invoices and orders processing, and handled payroll.
  • Ensured quality control and managed inventory.

Chef

Brama Island (private hunting lodge)
01.2014 - 01.2017
  • Provided chef services for private club guests, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and appetizers.
  • Operated in a private island setting, catering to the clientele of Lightsty Cattle Company and White Buffalo East Company.
  • For reference you can contact The GM Robert Brammer (702)7527970.

Founder and production GM

PIZZA ROMINA(whole sale frozen pizza crust )
01.2009 - 01.2013
  • Established and developed the business, including production floor planning and product recipe creation.
  • Managed office setup, vendor and client accounts, invoices, orders processing, payroll, and HACCP plan.
  • Developed strong partnerships with other businesses to allow for collaboration and more significant opportunities for growth.

Chef de partie

Eos Restaurant @ THE VICEROY HOTEL
01.2008 - 01.2009
  • Oversaw the pasta station, managing daily production, service execution, and inventory.

Chef de Partie

The SETAI South Beach
01.2006 - 01.2008
  • Managed stone oven stations and pool bar kitchen, including daily pizza dough preparation and lunch service.
  • Received the Employee of the Month Award in July 2007.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.

Pizza chef

Piola South Beach
01.2004 - 01.2006
  • Conducted daily preparation of pizza dough and toppings, contributing to new pizza recipes.
  • Operated pizza oven and other kitchen equipment safely to protect team members from harm and equipment from damage.
  • Created specialty pizzas to diversify menu and promote restaurant.

Chef

PAPARAZZI
01.2002 - 01.2003
  • Daily preparation of pizza dough, pastas and main dishes, specials recipes development
  • Produce quality control and inventory.

Pizza Chef

FARFALLA RESTAURANT
01.1998 - 01.2001
  • Conducted daily preparation of pizza dough and toppings, contributing to new pizza recipes
  • Coached new workers on store policies, pizza making, and dough preparation.
  • Created specialty pizzas to diversify menu and promote restaurant.

Pizza Chef

PIZZA E VIA
01.1996 - 01.1998
  • Fostered positive working environment through effective communication and time management.
  • Prepared dough from scratch using old world recipe and added toppings, cheese, and sauce for unique pies.
  • Tracked inventory of ingredients and supplies to keep kitchen well stocked and meet product and service demands.

Education

High School degree - Accounting and Computer programming

ITC A.Gentili
07.1994

Skills

  • Meticulous Cost Control
  • Tech Savvy with MAC OS and Microsoft Office
  • Culinary Mastery
  • Rich Culinary Background
  • Banquet Brilliance
  • Dedication to Food Safety
  • Seasoned Kitchen Management
  • Proven Supervisory Skills
  • Masterful Food Preparation
  • Holistic Restaurant Management
  • Extensive Restaurant Experience
  • Catering Creativity
  • POS (Point of Sale) Systems Proficiency
  • Culinary Artistry in Cooking
  • Exceptional Guest Services
  • Strategic Pricing Expertise
  • Creative Menu Planning
  • Labor Cost Analysis
  • Financial Acumen for Profit & Loss
  • Meticulous Meal Preparation
  • Efficient Food Production
  • Vendor Relations

Certification

  • ServSafe, 09/01/18, 09/01/23
  • Food production manager
  • ServSafe

Additional Information

AREAS OF EXPERTISE Creation of Menus Cost Control Luxury Hospitality Service Catering/ Private Events Multi-Lingual in English, Italian, Spanish, French Microsoft Office Microsoft Word Mac OS

Languages

Italian
English
Spanish
French
Portuguese

Personal Information

  • Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
  • Title: Chef/ manager

Timeline

Chef De Cuisine

Sorrel River Ranch Hotel & Spa
03.2023 - 08.2023

Sous Chef

Casa Tua Cucina
10.2018 - 06.2021

Chef

Caffe di Mauro 1464 Whashington Ave.
08.2018 - 10.2018

Partner, Executive chef/ manager

La Focaccia Miami Beach
01.2017 - 01.2018

Chef

Brama Island (private hunting lodge)
01.2014 - 01.2017

Private Chef

Chef Luca llc
01.2013 - Current

Founder and production GM

PIZZA ROMINA(whole sale frozen pizza crust )
01.2009 - 01.2013

Chef de partie

Eos Restaurant @ THE VICEROY HOTEL
01.2008 - 01.2009

Chef de Partie

The SETAI South Beach
01.2006 - 01.2008

Pizza chef

Piola South Beach
01.2004 - 01.2006

Chef

PAPARAZZI
01.2002 - 01.2003

Pizza Chef

FARFALLA RESTAURANT
01.1998 - 01.2001

Pizza Chef

PIZZA E VIA
01.1996 - 01.1998

High School degree - Accounting and Computer programming

ITC A.Gentili
Luca Sabellico