MARCO CENTENO
West New York,NJ
Summary
Professional culinary expert with strong track record in leading kitchen operations and producing high-quality dishes. Adept at team collaboration, ensuring smooth service, and adapting to changing needs. Highly skilled in menu development, food safety, and cost management. Known for reliability and achieving results in fast-paced environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef De Cuisine
Heritage Grand Bakery
8West 40th St ,NEW YORK ,NY, 10018
04.2024 - 04.2026
- Developed innovative seasonal menus, enhancing customer satisfaction and driving repeat business.
- Supervised kitchen staff, providing mentorship .
- Scheduled and supervised all kitchen employees , dishwashers and prep guys.
- Developed close relationships with suppliers to source best ingredients.
- Directed culinary operations, ensuring high-quality meal preparation and presentation.
Sous Chef
Isla & Co. Midtown-Parched Hospitality Group
25w 38th St,New York, NY,10018
12.2020 - 04.2024
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care,
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Organized special events and catering services.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry and fish for frying purposes.
- Handled portion control activities according to specified instructions provided by chef.
- Balanced labor costs by effectively scheduling kitchen staff according to business needs.
Sous Chef
Paloma Restaurant
25w 38th St , New York, NY,10018
06.2019 - 12.2020
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to source best ingredients
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation
- Established and updated staff schedules and assignments to optimize coverage of peak times.
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
Line Cook
Morini Restaurant (Altamarea Group)
New York, NY
12.2013 - 06.2019
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry and fish for frying purposes.
- Handled portion control activities according to specified instructions provided by chef.
- Prepared high-quality dishes following established recipes and presentation standards.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
Line Cook
Osteria Del Circo
New York, NY
02.2007 - 11.2013
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry and fish for frying purpose
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently, ensuring safety and cleanliness protocols were met.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance service speed and quality during peak hours.
Education
GED -
College La Guardia
New York, NY12.2010
High School Diploma -
High School Buap
Mexico, ME07.2003
Skills
- Supply Ordering
- Leadership qualities
- Preparing Specialty Food
- Large Volume Cooking
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Food Plating and Presentation
- Inventory rotation
- Problem Solving
- Knife skills
- Butchery skills
- Recipe creation
- High-Volume Production
Certification
- Qualifying Certificate in Food Protection.
- The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.
- Sexual Harassment Certificate
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Chef De Cuisine
Heritage Grand Bakery
04.2024 - 04.2026
Sous Chef
Isla & Co. Midtown-Parched Hospitality Group
12.2020 - 04.2024
Sous Chef
Paloma Restaurant
06.2019 - 12.2020
Line Cook
Morini Restaurant (Altamarea Group)
12.2013 - 06.2019
Line Cook
Osteria Del Circo
02.2007 - 11.2013
High School Diploma -
High School Buap
GED -
College La Guardia