Sam Piscitelli
Madison,WI
Summary
Personable and highly organized individual with keen eye for detail and passion for culinary arts. Possesses solid understanding of food safety and sanitation practices, coupled with proficiency in knife skills and variety in food preparation. Anticipates contributing to kitchen environment by creating visually appealing and flavorful dishes. Prioritizes learning and growth in fast paced environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Garde Manger Cook
Sunn Cafe
Mount Horeb, WI
08.2023 - 07.2025
- Prepared diverse cold dishes, including salads and wraps, ensuring freshness and presentation quality.
- Managed food inventory and storage, adhering to safety and sanitation standards.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline meal preparation processes, enhancing efficiency during peak hours.
- Assisted in menu development by contributing creative ideas for seasonal offerings and special events.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
Line Cook
Norsk Golf
Mount Horeb, WI
06.2022 - 07.2023
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently while adhering to safety and sanitation protocols.
- Assisted in training new staff on cooking techniques and kitchen procedures.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Madison Area Technical College
Madison, WI06-2027
High School Diploma -
Mount Horeb High School
Mount Horeb, WI06-2023
Skills
- Leadership qualities
- Knife skills
- Visual inspection for quality control
- Sanitation practices
- Proper food storage
- High volume production experience
- Taste testing for quality control
- Allergen awareness
Certification
- [Learn2Serve Food Manager] Certification
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Garde Manger Cook
Sunn Cafe
08.2023 - 07.2025
Line Cook
Norsk Golf
06.2022 - 07.2023
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Madison Area Technical College
High School Diploma -
Mount Horeb High School