Alex De Nardi
Byron Bay,Australia
Summary
Creative and passionate chef with experience in leading kitchen operations, menu development, and team management. Skilled in crafting innovative dishes that cater to diverse palates while ensuring high standards of food safety and quality. Demonstrated ability to improve kitchen efficiency and enhance dining experiences through effective leadership and culinary skills. Successfully elevated guest satisfaction by consistently delivering exceptional meals and fostering a positive working environment for the culinary team.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Capiche
Byron Bay, Australia
03.2022 - Current
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
- Instructed cooks and other workers in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
- Plated dishes using tasty garnishes and sauces to appeal to and delight patrons.
- Selected and developed recipes and planned menus, driving consistent food quality and production.
- Supervised food preparation staff to deliver high-quality results.
Chef the Partie
Felons
Brisbane, Australia
09.2021 - 02.2022
- junior sous chef.
- Selected and developed recipes and planned menus, driving consistent food quality and production.
- Delegated tasks and supervised kitchen staff to optimize food preparation, presentation and safety.
- Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
- Trained new chefs on proper cooking techniques and menu items.
- Supervised food preparation staff to deliver high-quality results.
Chef
Hemingway`s
Port Douglas, Australia
05.2021 - 08.2021
- I worked as a pizza chef and was responsible for the pizza section
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
- Instructed cooks and other workers in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
- Developed standard recipes and techniques for food preparation and presentation, promoting consistently high-quality food items.
Chef
Kimberly Grande hotel
Kununurra, Australia
10.2020 - 12.2020
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
- Preparing large batches of food items for buffets or special events.
- Supervised kitchen food preparation in demanding, high-volume environments.
- Prepared a wide range of dishes.
Chef
The Tav
Karratha, Australia
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
- Prepared variety of foods.
- Experimented with various ingredients and cooking techniques to develop new and flavorful dishes for customers.
Chef
Soma Kitchen
Fremantle, Australia
02.2020 - 03.2020
- menagement kitchen and cook Italian dish.
Chef
Pizzica
Margaret River, Australia
12.2019 - 02.2020
- I alternated between the food truck and the restourant.
- kitchen menagement and cook Italian dishes.
Chef
Anytimechef
Perth, Australia
08.2019 - 10.2019
- In this job I was sent by the company to work at different restaurants and pizzerias as required
Chef
Stefano’s
Nelson, New Zealand
04.2018 - 08.2019
- I was in a team of four pizza chefs, and each person was responsible for the execution of all stages of the pizzeria
Chef
Caffe Roma
Nelson, New Zealand
02.2018 - 04.2018
- Here I managed all aspects of the kitchen, including creating the menus, ordering stock, and cleaning
- Every day I made pizza in trays, focaccia, bread, farinata, pasta, salads, arancini, and other typical products of Italy
Chef
Bella Italia
Wellington, New Zealand
09.2017 - 01.2018
- Prepared variety of foods.
- Selected and developed recipes and planned menus, driving consistent food quality and production.
Chef
Da Vicino
Villorba, Italy
09.2014 - 07.2016
- Instructed cooks and other workers in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to established recipes. Like focaccia, bread, buffets, first and second courses.
Education
Diploma -
hospitality menagement
Brisbane05.2021
Certificate IV -
commercial cookery
Brisbane03.2021
Certificate -
pizza chef
Italy04.2017
Skills
- Signature dish creation
- Dish preparation
- Kitchen operations management
- Menu development
- Food and beverage pairing
- Purchasing
- Menu planning
- Food quality
- Food presentation
- Budgeting and cost control
- Catering events
- Recipe creation
- Stock ordering
Languages
Italian
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional
Timeline
Chef
Capiche
03.2022 - Current
Chef the Partie
Felons
09.2021 - 02.2022
Chef
Hemingway`s
05.2021 - 08.2021
Chef
Kimberly Grande hotel
10.2020 - 12.2020
Chef
The Tav
06.2020 - 08.2020
Chef
Soma Kitchen
02.2020 - 03.2020
Chef
Pizzica
12.2019 - 02.2020
Chef
Anytimechef
08.2019 - 10.2019
Chef
Stefano’s
04.2018 - 08.2019
Chef
Caffe Roma
02.2018 - 04.2018
Chef
Bella Italia
09.2017 - 01.2018
Chef
Da Vicino
09.2014 - 07.2016
Diploma -
hospitality menagement
Certificate IV -
commercial cookery
Certificate -
pizza chef