Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Information
Professional References
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Daniel Arancio

Daniel Arancio

Hoppers Crossing

Summary

High-performing individual with solid background in culinary arts. Skilled in creating innovative and delicious dishes while managing kitchen staff and inventory. Efficient and committed to keeping high standards of food safety and sanitation.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef De Partie

Bistro Guillaume
08.2023 - 12.2023
  • Food Preparation including Speciality Foods
  • Kitchen Opening/Closeing Routines
  • Maintain Food and Kitcken Standards
  • Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep work and implementing time-saving techniques.
  • Reduced food waste by carefully monitoring inventory levels and adjusting orders accordingly.
  • Assisted in staff training, developing strong teamwork and consistency in dish preparation.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization, ensuring a safe and efficient workspace.

Sous Chef

The Prince Alfred, The Local ,The Provincial
01.2017 - 02.2023
  • AVC -The Local & The Prince Alfred, The Provincial
  • Inventory Maintenance
  • Team Leadership and Management
  • Coaching and Development
  • Shrinkage Control
  • Maintain Food and Kitchen Standards
  • Menu Planning
  • Food Preparation
  • Boosted customer satisfaction ratings by consistently delivering high-quality dishes and maintaining strict adherence to food safety standards.
  • Collaborated with executive chef to develop innovative menu items, leading to increased guest return rates and positive reviews.
  • Increased kitchen productivity by optimizing workflow processes and delegating tasks appropriately within the team.

Chef De Partie

The Vincent & The Duke of Wellington
04.2015 - 01.2017
  • Food Preparation including Speciality Foods
  • Inventory Maintenance
  • Kitchen Opening Routines
  • Maintain Food and Kitchen Standards

Chef

The Golden Gate Hotel
09.2014 - 04.2015
  • Food Preparation including Steaks and Pizza
  • Kitchen Opening and closing management
  • Maintain Food and Kitchen Standards

Education

Certificate IIII in Commerical Cookery -

William Angliss Institute of TAFE
Melbourne, VIC

Certificate III in VET Hospitality -

The Grange College

Skills

  • Inventory Management
  • High-Quality Ingredients
  • Budgeting and Cost Control
  • Chef Assistance
  • Kitchen Preparation
  • Stocking and Replenishing
  • Guest Satisfaction
  • Dish Preparation
  • Menu Planning
  • High-Volume Environments
  • Team Leadership

Additional Information

  • I am a Passionate and enthusiastic Chef who is well acquainted and thrives in fast paced and challenging environments. I personally pride myself on time management, on being able to communicate and function within both small and large teams and at all times being approachable. I hold myself to the highest standards of integrity and have a keen eye for detail. My passion and drive make no job too big or too small to pursue. I am looking forward to the opportunity to lend my many years of skill development to this role in order to both fuel my personal and professional growth but also to add value to your business and the service you offer.

Professional References

 Aaron Kennedy - Head Chef 

Mobile - 0407 416 444


Evan Burrows - Area Chef Fitzroy 

Mobile - 0401 078 221 


Sam Heathcote - Area Manager Fitzroy 

Mobile - 0403 267 076 

 

Personal and Character Reference: 

Fabiano Scrofani – Client First Leader @ I.O.O.F Investment Mgt Ltd 

Mobile - 0477 477 092 

Timeline

Chef De Partie

Bistro Guillaume
08.2023 - 12.2023

Sous Chef

The Prince Alfred, The Local ,The Provincial
01.2017 - 02.2023

Chef De Partie

The Vincent & The Duke of Wellington
04.2015 - 01.2017

Chef

The Golden Gate Hotel
09.2014 - 04.2015

Certificate IIII in Commerical Cookery -

William Angliss Institute of TAFE

Certificate III in VET Hospitality -

The Grange College
Daniel Arancio