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Nataliia Albycheva

Plankinton,SD

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented Chef with a proven track record at SanEcobar, enhancing customer satisfaction through expert menu development and exceptional food presentation. Skilled in kitchen management and staff training, I significantly reduced food waste, demonstrating strong problem-solving abilities and a professional attitude.

Professional culinary specialist with proven track record in kitchen leadership and food preparation. Skilled in managing kitchen operations, optimizing workflows, and ensuring high standards of food quality and safety. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, flexible with changing needs. Reliable, adaptable, and equipped with excellent culinary skills and effective communication abilities.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience

Work History

Line Cook Supervisor

The Garage
  • Coordinated seamless shift transitions by maintaining thorough handover notes and clear communication channels among team members.
  • Mentored junior cooks for improved cooking techniques, resulting in higher quality dishes and increased customer satisfaction.
  • Addressed customer complaints promptly, demonstrating commitment to exceptional service and fostering repeat business.
  • Assured food safety compliance by enforcing proper sanitation protocols and adherence to industry regulations.
  • Monitored food quality at all stages of production, ensuring consistently high standards were met across all dishes served.
  • Reduced food waste by implementing portion control measures and closely monitoring inventory levels.
  • Collaborated with management to set performance standards, leading to a more consistent dining experience for guests.
  • Contributed to menu development, incorporating seasonal ingredients for innovative dish offerings.
  • Implemented new recipes, refining existing offerings through taste tests and feedback sessions with culinary team members.
  • Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
  • Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.

Cook

Commerce Street Bar and Grill
07.2022 - Current
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
  • Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.

Chef

SanEcobar
03.2018 - 06.2020
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.

Line Cook

Warszawa
09.2017 - 10.2018
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
  • Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
  • Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
  • Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on timing of dish completion.

Education

Batchelor - Journalism And Public Relations

Kyiv International University
Kyiv, Ukraine
06.2010

Skills

  • Food Preparation
  • Cleaning procedures
  • Knife Skills
  • Cooking techniques
  • Food presentation
  • Sanitation protocols
  • Workstation setup
  • Kitchen Management
  • Food Storage
  • Task Delegation
  • Food Plating
  • Staff Scheduling
  • Menu development
  • Waste Reduction
  • Recipe creation
  • Ordering Supplies
  • Ingredient Selection
  • Special diets
  • Customer Service
  • Problem-Solving
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Time Management
  • Highly motivated
  • Attention to Detail
  • Professional Attitude
  • Active listener
  • Food safety knowledge
  • Kitchen Organization
  • Kitchen Sanitation
  • Following cooking methods
  • Team Coordination
  • Crew training
  • Meat Cutting
  • Deep Fryer Operation
  • Prepared Foods Plating
  • Quality Control
  • Ingredient Preparation
  • Grilling Techniques
  • Ingredients measuring
  • Menu Item Memorization
  • Food Safety Standards
  • Sauce preparation
  • Food rotation
  • Portion Control
  • Appetizer Preparation
  • Salad preparation
  • Punctual and honest

Languages

Ukrainian
Native or Bilingual
Polish
Professional Working
Russian
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Cook

Commerce Street Bar and Grill
07.2022 - Current

Chef

SanEcobar
03.2018 - 06.2020

Line Cook

Warszawa
09.2017 - 10.2018

Line Cook Supervisor

The Garage

Batchelor - Journalism And Public Relations

Kyiv International University
Nataliia Albycheva