Mario Lovechio
Southwick,MA
Summary
Innovative Chef with comprehensive knowledge of kitchen equipment and a focus on healthy, locally-sourced dishes. Developed training programs for chefs to meet company standards while fostering creativity to delight discerning diners. Streamlined kitchen operations by anticipating ingredient needs and ensuring efficient inventory management.
Overview
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Certification
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Chef
Belmont Market
Wakefield, RI
08.2019 - 04.2026
- Developed seasonal menus emphasizing local ingredients and culinary trends.
- Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to food safety protocols.
- Coordinated catering services for special events and private functions, delivering exceptional guest experiences
- Managed team of over 30 employees, fostering collaboration and ensuring high performance
- Expanded prepared foods department offerings, elevating customer satisfaction and sales potential.
- Trained new chefs on kitchen operations and menu preparation techniques.
- Managed inventory, ordering supplies to maintain optimal kitchen stock levels.
- Oversaw daily kitchen operations, ensuring efficiency and quality standards met.
- Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
- Managed ordering, inventory levels, receiving, invoice settling, and equipment maintenance.
- Led kitchen staff by assigning specific tasks during food production.
Sous Chef
Chophouse Grille Ri
Wakefield, RI
01.2015 - 06.2019
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient meal preparation and service.
- Collaborated with head chef on menu development and daily specials.
- Monitored inventory levels and ordered necessary supplies for operations.
Line Cook
Coast gaurd house
Narragansett, RI
08.2015 - 12.2018
- Prepared and cooked diverse menu items following established recipes.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and organization throughout shifts.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely food service.
- Skilled in every line station, grill, saute, pantry, flat top
Line Cook
Cap’n jacks
Narragansett, RI
06.2010 - 06.2015
- Prepared and cooked diverse menu items following established recipes.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely food service.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and organization throughout shifts.
Education
South Kingstown High School
Wakefield, RISome College (No Degree) - General Studies
Community College of Rhode Island
Warwick, RISkills
- Menu development
- Food safety management
- Food safety compliance
- Kitchen staff training
- Inventory management
- Catering coordination
Certification
- Serv safe certified
Timeline
Executive Chef
Belmont Market
08.2019 - 04.2026
Line Cook
Coast gaurd house
08.2015 - 12.2018
Sous Chef
Chophouse Grille Ri
01.2015 - 06.2019
Line Cook
Cap’n jacks
06.2010 - 06.2015
South Kingstown High School
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Community College of Rhode Island