Santina Varesano
Resumen profesional
Agile and efficient kitchen manager with over 12 years of experience. I possess excellent skills in making a kitchen run efficiently in all aspects, from staff coordination to supply management and dish preparation. I wish to contribute to a dynamic and committed team. I am a creative and dynamic kitchen manager with a proven track record of leading teams and optimizing restaurant productivity.I am a proactive and efficient individual, focused on creating high-quality dishes that reflect the company's identity. I am eager to contribute to a united and motivated team.
Datos destacados
16
16
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Experiencia
Cook
Seminole Hard Rock
Hollywood, FL, Fresh Harvest Buffet and Banquets
2025.07 - Actual
- Mise en place, preparación de comida, condimentación y presentación de platos.
- Elaboración de platos, salsas, aliños y postres de acuerdo a las indicaciones del establecimiento.
- Producción de platos siguiendo recetas estandarizadas o utilizando recetas propias.
- Correcto uso de los insumos y las materias primas para la elaboración de los platos.
- Almacenamiento de los alimentos con su respectivo rotulado de producción y vencimiento.
- Control del inventario y elaboración de listas de pedidos de suministros y productos.
- Verificación de las caducidades y control de la correcta rotación de los productos.
- Gestión de tiempos de preparación para garantizar un servicio eficiente.
- Dirección de equipos de cocina durante servicios de alto volumen.
- Manejo de técnicas culinarias avanzadas y presentación de platillos.
- Elaboración de platos a la carta y menús especiales para eventos.
- Implementación de estrategias para reducir el desperdicio de alimentos.
- Cumplimiento de los estándares de higiene y seguridad para la manipulación de alimentos.
- Utilización de diferentes métodos y técnicas de cocina según el tipo de preparación.
- Rotación de los productos e ingredientes utilizados en las recetas.
- Colaboración en la mejora continua de procesos y procedimientos de cocina.
GENERAL MANAGER
BISCUITS HOLDING
Miami, Florida
2024.08 - 2024.12
- Everything related to the opening of a new café bistro.
- Prepare FHO and BOH Operating and Fixed Assets Manuals, internal and opening procedures, hiring and training of staff.
- Inventory and purchases.
- Bank reconciliations.
- Menu preparation with the Chef.
- Supervise all aspects of opening and maintaining the café bistro, including employee management, finances, inventory and customer service.
CHEF AND MANAGER
MOISES BAKERY
HALLANDALE, FLORIDA
2021.03 - 2023.03
- Handle line cook of salads, griddle, grill, fry and cook
- Expanded bakery menu to include authentic Venezuelan Cuisine increasing sales in 35%
- Led, managed and trained a team of 12 worker which include pre-cook line, cook area empanadas, baker and customer service
- Observed and maintained high hygiene standard during all stages of food production
- Organized kitchen, utensils and cooking equipment
- Ensured freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality and rotating stock
- Collaborated with the owner of the bakery to budget and plan purchases based on consumption saving around $ 28,000 annually
- Managed multiple priorities including menu planning, kitchen supervision, and safety compliance
- Cooked on a timely manner
- Developed daily kitchen schedules to improve workload distribution and maintain goal achievement
- Monitored and managed inventory to reduce waste by 35 - 50%
Owner
TINA INVESTMENTS
MIAMI
2014.03 - 2020.12
- Owns and controls 100% of the enterprise as its President
- Directs the development of the operations, activities and strategies.
- Developing US operations and ensure that the business strategy is implemented as planning
- Control all financial relationships and corporate matters, directing, coordinating the all financial and budget activities in order to fund operations, maximize investments and, increase efficiency
- Coordinate the development and implementation of budgetary control systems, record keeping and, other administrative control processes
- Review financial statements, sales and, activities report and, performance data to measure goal achievement and to determine areas with cost reduction need and program improvement
- Appoint managers and assistant managers and, assign or delegate responsibilities to them
- Ensure organizational compliance with laws, policies and, procedures for a variety of functions such as personnel, purchasing and accounting
- Negotiate and enter into business agreements on behalf of Tina Investments LLC, while researching for new investments to be made on behalf of the U.S. entity
- Confer with other members and staff to discuss issues, coordinate activities and, resolve problems
CHEF AND MANAGER
DA ENZO DELI CAFFE
AVENTURA, FLORIDA
2016.03 - 2019.11
- Prepared high quality meals
- Made nutritious and delicious menus
- Inspected and cleaned food preparation areas, equipment and work surfaces
- Ensure freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality and rotating stock
- Managed and checked food quality, prioritizing ingredients and reducing food waste
- Estimated portion sizes and deciding how much food needs to be ordered
- Managed multiple priorities including menu planning, kitchen supervision, and safety compliance
- Maintained high standards of customers service during high-volume, fast paced operations
- Customer Services related
- Looked for Continuous improvement
Owner and Operation Manager
YOGEN FRUZ
YOGEN NORTH MIAMI
2014.08 - 2016.10
- Was in charge of all duties related with HR, Finances, Operations and Purchases
- Planned, directed and coordinate organizational policies at the highest level of management
- Complied with the guidelines and regulations of the Master Franchise
- Displayed a 'customer comes first' attitude by training and holding staff members accountable for delivering legendary customer service
- Constantly reviewed store environment and key business indicators to identify problems, concerns, and opportunities for improvement to provide coaching and direction to the store team to achieve operational goals.
- Provided coaching and direction to the store team to take action and to achieve operational goals.
- Solicited customer feedback to understand customer needs and the needs of the local community.
- Conducted inventory, received product shipments
- Followed food safety procedures according to company policies and health and sanitation regulations.
- Planned, identified, communicated, and delegated appropriate responsibilities and practices to store staff members to ensure smooth flow of operations.
- Maintained order and cleaning
CHEF
CATERING
VALENCIA
2009.05 - 2014.07
- Focused server with experience in providing exceptional guest services during private events and banquets.
- Maintained clean and organized dining area to facilitate workflows and minimize safety hazards.
- Knowledgeable of safe food handling protocols and workplace safety practices.
- Quickly served customer food and beverages, and followed up with customers to ensure satisfaction or resolve issues.
- Scheduled, organized, planned and set up various catering events for the business while working closely with the owner and client to ensure a successful outcome of the catered event.
- Prepared customized menu items for customers including but not limited to party platters and deli sandwiches.
- Personally prepared all food and baked goods utilizing knowledge of food combinations.
- Collaborated with clients to plan a menu and discuss event pricing.
- VALENCIA - VENEZUELA
Formación
International Chef - Gastronomy and Culinary Techniques
LA NEW CUISINE
VALENCIA . VENEZUELA 2009.10 - 2011.11
Bachelor's Degree - Education
UNIVERSIDAD JOSE MARIA VARGAS
CARACAS 1993.07 - 1995.10
University Superior Technician - Education
COLEGIO UNIVERSITARIO MONSENOR DE TALAVERA
CARACAS 1990.07 - 1993.06
High School - High School
Colegio Juan XXIII
CARACAS VENEZUELA 1985.08 - 1990.07
Enfatiza tus habilidades clave
Microsoft Office
Personnel management
Teamwork
Ability to work under pressure
Ability to perform under difficult circumstances
Ability to manage multiple priorities
Ability to lead
Ability to coach
Ability to develop creative and interesting new dishes
Responsibility and professionalism
Creativity
High work capacity
Kitchen organization
Preparation of varied food
Proactivity and dynamism
Menu creation
Knowledge of food allergies
Stock control
Preparation and monitoring of varied recipes
Design and presentation of dishes
Food handling certificate
Punctuality, seriousness and commitment
Cooking techniques
Kitchen organization
Excellent communication
Safety and hygiene
Agility and efficiency
Idiomas
Spanish
Principiante
A1
English
Intermedio avanzado
B2
Personalizado
- Coffee Skills Program (The Specialty Coffee Association-SCA), 03/18, Miami, FL, Introduction to Coffee, Barista Skills Foundation, Barista Skills Intermediate
- Food Manipulation, Miami, FL, National Registry of Food Safety Professionals Certified Food Safety Manager until 2026
- English Course, 09/14, 03/15, Miami, FL, Intensive English
- Mediterranean Food Intensive Course, 2009, 2011, Valencia, Venezuela
- Asia Food Course, 06/10, Valencia, Venezuela
- Venezuelan Food Course, 12/08, Valencia, Venezuela
- Pastries and Candies Course, 12/11, Valencia, Venezuela, Chef Jorge Avellaneda - Mi Dulce Regalo
- Italian Cusine 2010
Diplomas
- Certificado de Chef Cocina Mediterranea. Basico - Intermedio - Avanzado
- Certificación para manipular alimentos.
- Certificacion Food and Manager
Afiliaciones
- A member of Speciality Coffee Association SCA
Cronología
Cook
Seminole Hard Rock
2025.07 - Actual
GENERAL MANAGER
BISCUITS HOLDING
2024.08 - 2024.12
CHEF AND MANAGER
MOISES BAKERY
2021.03 - 2023.03
CHEF AND MANAGER
DA ENZO DELI CAFFE
2016.03 - 2019.11
Owner and Operation Manager
YOGEN FRUZ
2014.08 - 2016.10
Owner
TINA INVESTMENTS
2014.03 - 2020.12
International Chef - Gastronomy and Culinary Techniques
LA NEW CUISINE
2009.10 - 2011.11
CHEF
CATERING
2009.05 - 2014.07
Bachelor's Degree - Education
UNIVERSIDAD JOSE MARIA VARGAS
1993.07 - 1995.10
University Superior Technician - Education
COLEGIO UNIVERSITARIO MONSENOR DE TALAVERA
1990.07 - 1993.06
High School - High School
Colegio Juan XXIII
1985.08 - 1990.07