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Peter Bagnasco

Penn Yan,NY

Summary

Committed Lead Cook with several years of kitchen experience. Focused on planning creative menus and staying exceptionally calm and efficient in high-stress situations. Competent at monitoring employee safety and training new employees on safety and kitchen standards. Innovative Lead Cook with several years of kitchen supervision experience. Gifted at food preparation and monitoring a staff closely. Effective in menu planning and adapting to menu changes and kitchen issues quickly.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Cook

Phoenix Sports Restaurant
06.2015 - 06.2023
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
  • Monitored cooks and dishwasher performance and suggested improvements to streamline processes and increase team efficiency.
  • Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and developing creative recipes to utilize surplus ingredients.
  • Coordinated with the front-of-house staff to ensure timely dish preparation and delivery for optimal guest experience.
  • Cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
  • Maximized ingredient usage by developing creative daily specials that showcased seasonal produce and reduced food costs.

Chemical Dependency Counselor

Oswego County Opportunities
06.2014 - 04.2015
  • Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
  • Developed individual treatment goals based on history and diagnosis.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of client progress, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and facilitating effective communication among team members.
  • Facilitated group and individual therapy in Mens Community Residence setting.
  • Strengthened community partnerships, establishing referral networks to increase access to supportive resources for clients.
  • Implemented relapse prevention strategies into treatment planning, equipping clients with tools to maintain long-term sobriety.

Chemical Dependency Counselor

Syracuse Behavioral Health Care
06.2006 - 01.2014
  • Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
  • Facilitated group and individual therapy in outpatient setting.
  • Conducted thorough assessments to determine appropriate level of care for incoming clients, ensuring proper placement within the program.
  • Completed required documentation for continued therapy coverage by insurance companies to meet deadlines.
  • Implemented relapse prevention strategies into treatment planning, equipping clients with tools to maintain long-term sobriety.
  • Taught substance abuse classes to help clients understand consequences of drug and alcohol use.
  • Facilitated referrals to additional services such as housing assistance or vocational training programs, supporting overall client well-being beyond substance abuse recovery efforts.
  • Supported aftercare planning for continued recovery after treatment.
  • Managed caseloads efficiently while maintaining high-quality care delivery standards through strong time management skills and prioritization of tasks.

Education

No Degree -

Syracuse Behavior Healthcare Institute For Counsel
Syracuse, NY
09.2008

High School Diploma -

Wellington C Mepham High School
Bellmore, NY
06.1983

Skills

  • Food Processing
  • Cost Reduction
  • Relationship Building
  • Inventory Management
  • Food Preparation
  • Staff Supervision and Coordination
  • Food inventory management
  • Sanitation Guidelines
  • Kitchen Staff Management
  • Knife Skills
  • Food spoilage prevention
  • Special Events

Timeline

Lead Cook

Phoenix Sports Restaurant
06.2015 - 06.2023

Chemical Dependency Counselor

Oswego County Opportunities
06.2014 - 04.2015

Chemical Dependency Counselor

Syracuse Behavioral Health Care
06.2006 - 01.2014

No Degree -

Syracuse Behavior Healthcare Institute For Counsel

High School Diploma -

Wellington C Mepham High School

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