Marco Higuera
Wausau,WI
Summary
Experienced and versatile chef with robust background in culinary arts. Demonstrated experience in menu development, food preparation, and kitchen management. Strengths include innovative recipe creation, staff training and development, and maintaining high quality standards. Previous work has focused on enhancing customer satisfaction through culinary excellence.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef/Restaurant Owner
Osso Buco Ristorante
Weston, WI
02.2022 - Current
- Ensured food preparation adhered to restaurant's recipes and standards
- Upheld hygiene standards in food preparation area
- Instructed novice chefs on preparation of menu dishes.
- Kept up to date with current culinary trends, as well as health and safety regulations.
- Crafted innovative concepts for event and promotion-related food presentations
- Developed creative ideas for special events or promotions involving food preparation or presentation.
Chef Manager
Eurest Compass Group - Oshkosh Corp HQ
Oshkosh, WI
10.2019 - 12.2021
- Ensured adherence to safety and sanitation practices through effective training programs
- Tailored menu offerings aligned with diners' preferences and seasonal availability
- Directed entire process of maintaining kitchen stocks and resources
- Ensured food safety by monitoring temperature control points, date marking, and rotating stock.
- Managed kitchen staff schedules to ensure seamless operations
- Oversaw culinary events, prioritizing outstanding meal aesthetics
Executive Chef
Eurest Compass Group - Liberty Mutual Insurance
Wausau, WI
01.2016 - 09.2019
- Created daily specials based on seasonal ingredients and customer feedback.
- Oversaw culinary staff, ensuring adherence to quality benchmarks
- Optimized weekly production schedules to enhance efficiency and reduce waste
- Utilized efficient scheduling techniques to manage labor costs
- Supervised ordering and inventory control
General Manager
Sodexo - USAA Regional Office; Verizon WIreless
Phoenix, AZ
01.2006 - 09.2009
- Developed and implemented operational strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs and maximize customer satisfaction.
- Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.
- Monitored financial performance and identified areas for improvement in cost savings and revenue generation.
Chef Manager/General Manager
Compass Group - Motorola Food Works
Phoenix, AZ
05.1997 - 04.2006
- Ensured compliance with safety standards through comprehensive staff training sessions
- Provided guidance and direction to subordinates through coaching, counseling, mentoring, and performance reviews.
- Assisted in developing new recipes that incorporated unique flavors while still adhering to nutritional guidelines.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
The Culinary Institute Of America
Hyde Park NY01-1990
Skills
- Menu development
- Business Management
- Meal Preparation
- Signature dish creation
Affiliations
Ø Externship at the Beverly Hills Hilton, Beverly Hills, CA
Ø World of Cultures Cuisine / Creative Meat Fabrication- CIA Napa Valley, CA
Accomplishments
- Ø Kidney Foundation/ ASU MBA Fundraisers; Golden Globe Awards
Certification
- Serve Safe Certified
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Websites
Timeline
Chef/Restaurant Owner
Osso Buco Ristorante
02.2022 - Current
Chef Manager
Eurest Compass Group - Oshkosh Corp HQ
10.2019 - 12.2021
Executive Chef
Eurest Compass Group - Liberty Mutual Insurance
01.2016 - 09.2019
General Manager
Sodexo - USAA Regional Office; Verizon WIreless
01.2006 - 09.2009
Chef Manager/General Manager
Compass Group - Motorola Food Works
05.1997 - 04.2006
- Serve Safe Certified
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
The Culinary Institute Of America
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