Pablo Rueda
Singapore,Singapore
Summary
Innovative Head Chef with a degree in international cuisine and commercial cookery, specializing in restaurant management and gastronomic business. Proven expertise in menu development, inventory management, and culinary team leadership, contributing to exceptional dining experiences. Recognized for high productivity, effective communication, and strong leadership skills. Committed to continuous learning about global cuisines while ensuring efficient task completion and cost control.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Chef
ANGKOR CAFE AND RESTAURANT
Melbourne, Australia
07.2024 - 12.2024
- Monitored quality, presentation and quantities of plated food across line.
- Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
- Supervised food preparation staff to deliver high-quality results.
Head Cook
GUZMAN & GOMEZ
Melbourne, Australia
09.2021 - 06.2024
- Worked closely with restaurant managers to ensure smooth operations in the kitchen.
- Managed kitchen staff, ensuring efficient workflow and high-quality food production.
- Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
Head Chef
EL TOUCAN CAFE
Melbourne, Australia
01.2021 - 08.2021
- Analyzed recipes to determine menu prices based on cost of food, labor and overhead.
- Trained and supervised line cooks to develop new skills and improve team performance.
Head Chef
KEW NURSERY CAFÉ
Melbourne, Australia
02.2018 - 10.2019
- Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
- Analyzed recipes to determine menu prices based on cost of food, labor and overhead.
- Streamlined kitchen processes to shorten wait times and serve additional guests.
Head Chef
GATTOPARDO
Cali, Colombia
03.2017 - 12.2017
- Trained and supervised line cooks to develop new skills and improve team performance.
- Monitored quality, presentation and quantities of plated food across line.
Education
Certificate III - IV - Commercial cookery
ALTEC College
Melbourne, Australia01.2023
Diploma - Restaurant Management and Gastronomic Business
Escuela Gastronómica de Occidente
Cali, Colombia01.2017
Commercial Chef - International Cuisine
Escuela Gastronómica de Occidente
Cali, Colombia01.2016
Skills
- Inventory management
- Time management
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
- Budget development
- Kitchen management
References
If they are required
Timeline
Head Chef
ANGKOR CAFE AND RESTAURANT
07.2024 - 12.2024
Head Cook
GUZMAN & GOMEZ
09.2021 - 06.2024
Head Chef
EL TOUCAN CAFE
01.2021 - 08.2021
Head Chef
KEW NURSERY CAFÉ
02.2018 - 10.2019
Head Chef
GATTOPARDO
03.2017 - 12.2017
Certificate III - IV - Commercial cookery
ALTEC College
Diploma - Restaurant Management and Gastronomic Business
Escuela Gastronómica de Occidente
Commercial Chef - International Cuisine
Escuela Gastronómica de Occidente
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