Philipp Kharabarin
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Accomplished culinary professional specializing in team management and innovative menu creation. Known for problem-solving abilities and meticulous attention to detail, contributing to enhanced guest experiences and operational efficiency in high-pressure environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef de Cuisine
L'ibertine
New York, NY
02.2025 - 10.2025
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Prepared and executed diverse menu items according to restaurant standards.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food service during peak hours.
- Monitored inventory levels and communicated needs to management for restocking supplies.
- Implemented food safety protocols to maintain high sanitation standards.
- Trained new kitchen staff on equipment usage and operational procedures.
- Developed creative plating techniques to enhance visual appeal of dishes.
- Enhanced guest satisfaction by creating innovative and visually appealing dishes using fresh, local ingredients.
- Scheduled and supervised all kitchen employees such as dishwashers and waiters.
- Managed budgetary constraints by negotiating favorable vendor contracts without sacrificing ingredient quality or availability during seasonal fluctuations.
- Created menus and designed corresponding recipes for L'ibertine
- Developed seasonal menus with a focus on sustainability and supporting local farmers, resulting in rave reviews from guests and critics alike.
- Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
- Implemented food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money.
- Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
Chef De Cuisine
Ensenada NYC
Brooklyn, NY
08.2023 - 01.2025
- Developed and executed seasonal menus to enhance culinary offerings and guest satisfaction.
- Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to safety and sanitation standards.
- Coordinated inventory management, optimizing ingredient sourcing and reducing waste.
- Collaborated with front-of-house team to streamline service flow during peak hours.
- Maintained high levels of sanitation and cleanliness, adhering to strict health code regulations and ensuring a safe working environment.
- Implemented creative daily specials to showcase unique ingredients or techniques while maintaining consistent customer favorites.
- Created menus and designed corresponding recipes for Ensenada
- Developed and cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
- Arranged for kitchen equipment maintenance and repair when needed.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
Sous Chef
Cosme
New York, NY
02.2022 - 05.2023
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient meal preparation and high-quality presentation.
- Maintained inventory levels and conducted regular stock assessments for optimal ingredient availability.
- Collaborated with head chef to streamline food preparation processes, improving kitchen workflow.
- Trained junior chefs in culinary techniques and restaurant standards, fostering skill development.
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Collaborated with executive chef to develop innovative menu items, leading to increased guest return rates and positive reviews.
- Played a key role in achieving positive health inspection results by maintaining strict compliance with all relevant guidelines and regulations throughout daily operations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Performing Arts
Baltic Institute
Saint Petersburg Russia05-2011
High School Diploma -
School #505
Saint-Petersburg Russia05-2006
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Calm under pressure
Certification
DOH Certified
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Russian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Chef de Cuisine
L'ibertine
02.2025 - 10.2025
Chef De Cuisine
Ensenada NYC
08.2023 - 01.2025
Sous Chef
Cosme
02.2022 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Performing Arts
Baltic Institute
High School Diploma -
School #505