Noel Malave
Montauk,USA
Summary
Passionate candidate experienced in the hospitality industry. Expert in menu creation, recipe development, and kitchen operations. Highly skilled in designing and executing unique dishes that maximize customer satisfaction.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Cook
Belo Horizonte
Rincon PR
11.2025 - Current
- **Menu Development**: Collaborating with staff to create and update seasonal menus based on customer preferences and ingredient availability.
- **Training**: Conducting training sessions for kitchen staff on food safety, preparation techniques, and equipment usage.
- **Inventory Management**: Overseeing inventory levels to ensure optimal stock of ingredients while minimizing waste through efficient ordering practices.
- **Health Compliance**: Ensuring compliance with local health regulations by conducting regular safety audits within the kitchen environment.
- **Quality Control**: Implementing quality control measures to maintain consistency in food presentation and flavor across all menu items.
- **Kitchen Workflow Optimization**: Streamlining kitchen operations by optimizing workflow processes to enhance service speed during peak hours.
Cook
Casa Verde Hotel
Rincon, PR
04.2016 - 05.2025
- Maintained updated knowledge of local competition and restaurant industry trends.
- Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure fresh ingredients were delivered on schedule.
- Implemented stringent quality control measures to ensure consistent food presentation and taste across dishes.
Education
High School Diploma -
San German
San German PR06.1999
Skills
- Kitchen Equipment Operation
- Banquets and Catering
- Food Plating and Presentation
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Food storage
- Verbal and written communication
- Meal preparation
- Food preparation
- Recipe development
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
Head Cook
Belo Horizonte
11.2025 - Current
Cook
Casa Verde Hotel
04.2016 - 05.2025
High School Diploma -
San German