Nicholas Silva
New Bedford,MA
Summary
Innovative Head Chef with over 30 years of culinary experience, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Background in a diverse number of positions including line cook, head, executive, and sous chef. Specialize in menu development, inventory management, and culinary team leadership. Excel in time management, adaptability, and creative problem-solving skills to deliver exceptional dining experiences.
Overview
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Certification
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Chef
Fays Restaurant
South Dartmouth, Massachusetts
04.2024 - Current
- Develop seasonal menus that highlight local ingredients and culinary trends.
- Supervise kitchen staff to ensure high standards of food preparation and safety.
- Create weekly staff schedules and communicate changes when necessary.
- Assist with interviewing, hiring and training kitchen personnel.
Head Chef
Boston Tavern, Middleboro, MA
Middleboro, Massachusetts
03.2016 - 04.2024
- Coordinated special events and catered functions, ensuring seamless execution and service.
- Ordered food supplies from vendors to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Orchestrated flavorful five course dinners with wine/bourbon pairings.
Sous Chef
The Back Nine Indoor Golf
Lakeville, Massachusetts
02.2008 - 03.2016
- Established standard procedures for plating presentations.
- Prepared banquet meals ranging from fifty to 500 people.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the dining area to uphold fine dining atmosphere.
Education
High School Diploma -
New Bedford High School
New Bedford, MA05-1997
Some College (No Degree) - Culinary Arts
Le Cordon Bleu
BostonSkills
- Time management
- Menu development
- Food safety implementation
- Sanitation standards
- Skilled in various cuisines
- Workflow coordination
- Recipe scaling
- Cost control and budgeting
- Customer satisfaction
Certification
- ServSafe certified
Timeline
Head Chef
Fays Restaurant
04.2024 - Current
Head Chef
Boston Tavern, Middleboro, MA
03.2016 - 04.2024
Sous Chef
The Back Nine Indoor Golf
02.2008 - 03.2016
High School Diploma -
New Bedford High School
Some College (No Degree) - Culinary Arts
Le Cordon Bleu