Peter Laiacona
Nesconset,US
Summary
Skilled Purchasing Director with more than 20 years’ experience. Successfully managed diverse purchasing for a large catering and restaurant organization. Assertive and enthusiastic, with extensive knowledge of Purchasing and an unsurpassed worth ethic.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Director
Fox Hollow Caterers
2023.01 - 2024.09
- Manage purchasing, shipping, receiving and planning
- Supervised junior staff and mentored to improve performance.
- Manage all aspects of food and beverage inventory
- Oversee high volume laundry department including scheduling, payroll and cost control.
- Set up new inventory in system.
- Planned special inventory buys.
Director of Kitchen Operations
SCOTTO BROTHERS RESTAURANTS & CATERERS
2004.09 - 2022.12
- Oversee all aspects of food purchasing for a high volume catering hall
- Assist in menu design and food utilization based on anticipated number of guests and costs
- Coordinate assignments of all kitchen personnel to ensure economical use of budgets, payroll and food cost for approximately 40-50 employees
- Maintain food and equipment inventories
- Worked Directly with Nassau County Health Department to maintain all health regulations pertaining to food preparation
Sous Chef
Chateau Briand Restaurant
1999.04 - 2004.09
- Assisted in the development of new menu items and daily specials
- Executed all cooking tasks including grilling, saute and expediting all menu items
- Assisted Kitchen Manager with inventory and staffing necessities
Education
Associate of Arts - Food Service Administration
Nassau Community College
Garden City, NY05.1996
Skills
- Vendor Negotiations, Vendor Partnerships, Vendor Sourcing
- Contract Negotiations
- Cost Reductions
- Responsible for more than 50 employees scheduling and payroll
- Superior Organizational Skills
Timeline
Purchasing Director
Fox Hollow Caterers
2023.01 - 2024.09
Director of Kitchen Operations
SCOTTO BROTHERS RESTAURANTS & CATERERS
2004.09 - 2022.12
Sous Chef
Chateau Briand Restaurant
1999.04 - 2004.09
Associate of Arts - Food Service Administration
Nassau Community College
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