Giovanna Muccio
Summary
Proficient Sous Chef highly effective at operating in fast-paced, demanding environments.
Adaptable professional with success handling any challenge. 8+ years background in high-end restaurant industry.
Top-notch professional with expertise in menu development, kitchen management and staff training. Creates unique and delicious dishes while controlling food and labor costs.
Collaborative and committed to seeking feedback from customers and staff to improve kitchen workflows.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Consultant Chef
ZEPHYR KITCHEN AND BAR
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
- Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.
- Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
Consultant Chef/Assistant Head Chef
Hidden Gem
06.2023 - 10.2023
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
Sous Chef
Caracara
01.2022 - 06.2023
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Established and updated staff schedules and assignments to optimize coverage of peak times.
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
Breakfast Chef/Sous Chef
Base Espresso - Benowa
06.2020 - 01.2022
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
- Developed recipes and menus by applying understanding of market demand and culinary trends,
- Developed and cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
Chef
Milky Lane
01.2020 - 12.2021
- Extra casual work
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
Chef De Partie
Baskk
07.2019 - 01.2020
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Rotated stock to use items before expiration date.
- Plated meals paying special attention to garnishes and overall presentation.
- Operated all kitchen equipment safely to prevent injuries.
Chef
Phoebe's By Sea Trust
01.2019 - 07.2019
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
- Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
Chef De Partie/ Function Cook
Cedar Creek Estate Vineyard And Winery
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Obtained fresh, local ingredients to lower grocery costs.
- Complied with portion and serving sizes as per restaurant standards.
- Plated meals paying special attention to garnishes and overall presentation.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
Cook
Aloha Bar & Dinning
06.2017 - 01.2018
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
Cook
Helm Bar & Bistro
06.2016 - 06.2017
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Prioritized and re-prioritized kitchen tasks based on fluctuating demands.
Education
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
Imagine Education
Gold Coast, QLD03-2022
Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery
Imagine Educational
Gold Coast, QLD12.2033
Diploma of Hospitality Management - Hospitality
Imagine Education
Gold Coast, QLD08.2024
Diploma - Marketing
Imagine Education
Gold Coast, QLD07-2017
Bachelor of Arts - Social Communication/Marketing
Centro Universitario Belas Artes De Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo, Brazil01-2016
Imagine Education
Gold Coast, QLDSkills
- Menu Development
- Signature Dish Creation
- Banquets and Catering
- Made-To-Order Meals
- Food Safety and Sanitation
- Food Plating and Presentation
- Fine-Dining Expertise
- Safe Food Handling
- Creative Thinking
Languages
English
Full Professional
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Consultant Chef
ZEPHYR KITCHEN AND BAR
10.2023 - 01.2024
Consultant Chef/Assistant Head Chef
Hidden Gem
06.2023 - 10.2023
Sous Chef
Caracara
01.2022 - 06.2023
Breakfast Chef/Sous Chef
Base Espresso - Benowa
06.2020 - 01.2022
Chef
Milky Lane
01.2020 - 12.2021
Chef De Partie
Baskk
07.2019 - 01.2020
Chef
Phoebe's By Sea Trust
01.2019 - 07.2019
Chef De Partie/ Function Cook
Cedar Creek Estate Vineyard And Winery
01.2018 - 01.2019
Cook
Aloha Bar & Dinning
06.2017 - 01.2018
Cook
Helm Bar & Bistro
06.2016 - 06.2017
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
Imagine Education
Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery
Imagine Educational
Diploma of Hospitality Management - Hospitality
Imagine Education
Diploma - Marketing
Imagine Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Communication/Marketing
Centro Universitario Belas Artes De Sao Paulo
Imagine Education
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