Rafale Peralta
White Plains,NY
Summary
Talented chef with several years of experience preparing memorable dishes. Specializing in menus known for attracting and retaining customers. Provides culinary management skills to fast-paced kitchens.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Nonnas Pizza
White Plains, NY
03.2007 - Current
- Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
- Supervised food preparation staff to deliver high-quality results.
- Used proper cleaning supplies and methods to disinfect counters where raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs had been prepared.
- Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
- Planned special meals for VIP guests or those with dietary restrictions such as allergies or religious beliefs.
- Scheduled and coordinated daily kitchen staff shifts while ensuring adequate coverage at all times.
- Provided guidance and direction to subordinates through coaching, counseling, mentoring, and performance reviews.
- Conducted weekly inventory checks to identify any discrepancies in quantities of items ordered or received.
- Analyzed recipes to determine menu prices based on cost of food, labor and overhead.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to secure competitive prices for ingredients.
- Prepared recipes, menu cycles and portion sizes within restaurant budgets.
- Evaluated staff job performance, rewarded excellent work and issued disciplinary action when appropriate.
- Employed training and motivational techniques to keep atmosphere constructive for employees.
- Trained kitchen staff in safely operating and handling equipment, machinery and utensils.
- Created tasty dishes using popular recipes, delighting patrons and generating return business.
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
Education
SEMINAR - SEMINAR
COLEGIO APOSTOLICO SAN JOSE
ASUNSION, PARAGUAY11-1990
Skills
- Menu development
- Pantry restocking
- Purchasing
- Kitchen operations management
- Dish preparation
- Food and beverage pairing
- Equipment maintenance
- Culinary expertise
- Menu planning
- Nutrition
- Customer service
- Inventory management
- Culinary creativity
- Seafood preparation
- Regional cuisine expertise
- Multitasking and organization
- Menu supervision
- Food pairing
- Vegetarian cooking
- Banquets and catering
- Wine history
- Staff coordination
- Food quality
- Food cost analysis
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Food storage
- Business management
- Sanitation guidelines
- Kitchen operations
- Operations management
- Sanitation practices
- Kitchen crew training
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Chef
Nonnas Pizza
03.2007 - Current
SEMINAR - SEMINAR
COLEGIO APOSTOLICO SAN JOSE
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