Donato Bilotti
Atherton,Queensland
Summary
Adept Chef Manager with a proven track record at Gusto International Cousine, enhancing operational efficiency and team performance through culinary expertise and innovative technology integration. Skilled in food safety regulations and fostering a supportive environment, achieving budget goals and minimizing labor costs by optimizing staffing schedules. Demonstrates exceptional nutritional knowledge and leadership abilities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef Manager
Gusto International Cousine
06.2022 - 06.2024
- Mentored junior chefs and provided guidance in culinary techniques, fostering a supportive team environment.
- Consistently met budgetary goals by carefully monitoring expenses and adjusting menu pricing as needed.
- Improved operational processes by implementing new technologies such as digital ordering systems or advanced cooking appliances.
- Managed staffing schedules, minimizing labor costs while maintaining optimal kitchen performance during peak hours.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
Chef Menager
Paesano’s Restaurant
06.2020 - 06.2022
- Placed food orders with suppliers on weekly basis, taking into account kitchen budget and expected demands.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Kept kitchen staff in compliance with safety and food regulations to reduce opportunities for illness or accidents.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
Chef Manager
Nick Restaurant
06.2017 - 06.2019
- Placed food orders with suppliers on weekly basis, taking into account kitchen budget and expected demands.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Kept kitchen staff in compliance with safety and food regulations to reduce opportunities for illness or accidents.
- Managed staffing schedules, minimizing labor costs while maintaining optimal kitchen performance during peak hours.
Education
Advanced Diploma - Cookery Certificate 4
Alberghiero
Italy06.2017
Skills
- Food Safety
- Food Safety Regulations
- Culinary expertise
- Nutritional knowledge
Languages
Italian
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Chef Manager
Gusto International Cousine
06.2022 - 06.2024
Chef Menager
Paesano’s Restaurant
06.2020 - 06.2022
Chef Manager
Nick Restaurant
06.2017 - 06.2019
Advanced Diploma - Cookery Certificate 4
Alberghiero
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