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Riccardo Tasca

Riccardo Tasca

Hymarket Sydney,NSW

Summary

Professional Chef adept at expertly managing and guiding team of 5 kitchen personnel in production of modern cuisine. Well-versed in overseeing construction, quality and deliverance of each plate.

Talented kitchen leader and team motivator successful at maintaining staff focus, efficiency and productivity in high-volume, fast-paced operations, sourcing ingredients, controlling budgets and boosting restaurant profiles. Conversational skills. Creative and successful at driving and sustaining remarkable restaurant growth by offering unparalleled customer experiences seeking to bring abilities to new role devoted to concept development and high-quality restaurant operation

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Sous Chef

fauna restaurant
59 Fitzroy St, Surry Hills NSW 2010
2023.Sep - Current
  • Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.

Casual Chef

Chez Crix
06.2023 - Current
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
  • Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
  • Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs.
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out
  • Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure

Sous Chef

Suzie Q & Record
06.2020 - 07.2022
  • Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
  • Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
  • Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.

Sous Chef

Osteria Russo Enmore
02.2019 - 05.2020

Head Chef Bryan Gerlini 0405668301

  • Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to source best ingredients at best prices.
  • Developed full, tasting, and special events menus to meet all establishment needs and maintain strong customer levels.
  • Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment
  • Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles

Sous Chef

Vinery Foods
03.2018 - 01.2019
  • Developed full, tasting, and special events menus to meet all establishment needs and maintain strong customer levels.
  • Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.

Senior Chef De Partie

Four in Hand Hotel
06.2017 - 01.2018
  • Developed recipes and menus by applying understanding of market demand and culinary trends,
  • Oversaw grill, stove and oven and cleaned all equipment in proper manner after every shift.

Senior Chef De Partie

Vine Dounle Bay
06.2017 - 10.2017
  • Aligned seasonal plans with ingredient availability and key area events for optimal promotions.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work efficient and consistent.

Senior Chef De Partie

The Welcome Hotel
02.2017 - 05.2017
  • Aligned seasonal plans with ingredient availability and key area events for optimal promotions.
  • Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standard

Chef De Partie

The Governors Table
09.2015 - 05.2016
  • Oversaw grill, stove and oven and cleaned all equipment in proper manner after every shift.
  • Developed recipes and menus by applying understanding of market demand and culinary trends,

Chef De Partie

The Welcome Hotel
10.2014 - 03.2015


  • Aligned seasonal plans with ingredient availability and key area events for optimal promotions.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work efficient and consistent.

Chef De Partie

Aqua Dining
04.2013 - 08.2013
  • Aligned seasonal plans with ingredient availability and key area events for optimal promotions.
  • Removed expired food and beverages from storage and reviewed inventory for upcoming expirations dates.

Commis Chef

Hotel Lago Bin
09.2010 - 02.2011
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work efficient and consistent.
  • Observed different kitchen chefs' preparation of sauces, breads and other items to gain knowledge in diverse cooking and baking techniques.

Apprentice Chef

Grand Hotel Baia Verde
06.2010 - 09.2010
  • Worked under direction of head chef to complete daily work assigned and work independently.
  • Learned wide range of simple and complex techniques from head chef
  • Set up food stations by following chef’s orders.
  • Prepared cooking ingredients for chef.

Education

Certificate IV - Cookery

Diploma Managment Certificate 4 Cookery
Australia Sydney
05.2022

Diploma - Leadership & Management

George Brown College
Sydney, NSW
01.2019

Diploma - Secondary School For Catering & Hospitality Services Karol

IPSSEOA KAROL WOJTYLA
Catania, Sicilia
07.2012

Skills

  • Recipes and menu planning
  • Stocking and replenishing
  • Menu development
  • Special requests
  • Food preparation and safety
  • Creativity
  • Order delivery practices
  • Schedule management
  • Food preparation
  • Plating
  • Marketing understanding
  • Attention to detail
  • Creative contemporary cuisine
  • Commanding leadership style
  • Food spoilage prevention
  • Conflict resolution
  • Communication skills

Timeline

Sous Chef

fauna restaurant
2023.Sep - Current

Casual Chef

Chez Crix
06.2023 - Current

Sous Chef

Suzie Q & Record
06.2020 - 07.2022

Sous Chef

Osteria Russo Enmore
02.2019 - 05.2020

Sous Chef

Vinery Foods
03.2018 - 01.2019

Senior Chef De Partie

Four in Hand Hotel
06.2017 - 01.2018

Senior Chef De Partie

Vine Dounle Bay
06.2017 - 10.2017

Senior Chef De Partie

The Welcome Hotel
02.2017 - 05.2017

Chef De Partie

The Governors Table
09.2015 - 05.2016

Chef De Partie

The Welcome Hotel
10.2014 - 03.2015

Chef De Partie

Aqua Dining
04.2013 - 08.2013

Commis Chef

Hotel Lago Bin
09.2010 - 02.2011

Apprentice Chef

Grand Hotel Baia Verde
06.2010 - 09.2010

Certificate IV - Cookery

Diploma Managment Certificate 4 Cookery

Diploma - Leadership & Management

George Brown College

Diploma - Secondary School For Catering & Hospitality Services Karol

IPSSEOA KAROL WOJTYLA
Riccardo Tasca