Christian Renella
Alba Adriatica
Summary
Enthusiastic Chef assistant with demonstrated experience in food preparation, line cooking and food safety. Possesses excellent multitasking and organizational skills.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fishmonger
Tigre
12.2022 - 12.2023
- Developed strong knife skills, enabling faster completion of intricate cuts without sacrificing precision or accuracy.
- Opened and removed raw materials.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment, adhering to strict food safety guidelines.
- Improved product quality with meticulous attention to detail in the deboning, skinning, and filleting processes.
- Operated freezer systems for fish freezing to prevent bacteria growth and prepare for shipments via truck, plane or boat.
- Cleaned, scraped, trimmed and filleted various seafood products.
- Performed meat inspections and checked temperature environment to maximize food safety.
- Increased workplace safety by implementing proper equipment usage and maintenance protocols.
- Removed scales, bones and tails during cleaning procedures.
- Reduced waste by optimizing cutting techniques and ensuring maximum yield from each fish.
Chef Assistant
Villa Sant'Angelo
08.2021 - 09.2021
- Managed food preparation activities, such as cutting ingredients to size and preparing sauces and garnishes.
- Prepped ingredients ahead of time to increase cooking and service speed.
- Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
- Prepared sandwiches, salads and other specialty items according to customer specifications.
- Limited portion sizes and used garnishes to control food costs.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Buffet Cook
Hotel Lido
06.2019 - 09.2019
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently preparing and presenting high-quality buffet dishes.
- Planned menus complying with established health guidelines and budget limitations.
- Adhered to portion control standards when plating meals, reducing excess costs associated with waste or inconsistent serving sizes.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities by effectively managing multiple dishes simultaneously during peak hours.
- Reduced food waste by effectively managing ingredient inventory and accurately estimating daily needs.
Chef Assistant
Gran Sasso 3
11.2018 - 01.2019
- Worked closely with other kitchen staff to facilitate timely completion of orders.
- Checked freshness and quality of ingredients.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Used variety of kitchen tools and appliances to prepare ingredients and meals.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
- Assisted head chef in menu planning for optimal ingredient utilization and minimized food waste.
- Reduced kitchen accidents by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.
- Stocked and rotated food items according to expiration dates.
Chef Assistant
Mado Caffè
05.2018 - 09.2018
- Used variety of kitchen tools and appliances to prepare ingredients and meals.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
- Assisted head chef in menu planning for optimal ingredient utilization and minimized food waste.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Prepared sandwiches, salads and other specialty items according to customer specifications.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Chef Assistant
Chalet Boracay
06.2016 - 09.2016
- Used variety of kitchen tools and appliances to prepare ingredients and meals.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
- Assisted head chef in menu planning for optimal ingredient utilization and minimized food waste.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Istituto Istruzione Superiore Crocetti Cerulli
Giulianova, ItalyFood Sciences And Culture
European Training Center
Skills
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Dependable and Responsible
- Attention to Detail
- Public Speaking
- Problem-Solving
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Inventory Management
- Sanitation Practices
- Manual Dexterity
- Food Waste Reduction
- Chopping vegetables
- Kitchen Safety
Certification
HACCP7 CERTIFICATEFOOD INDUSTRY LEGISLATIVE DECREE 193/07 WORKER WHO HANDLES
FOOD
Languages
Italian
Advanced (C1)
English
Intermediate (B1)
Timeline
Fishmonger
Tigre
12.2022 - 12.2023
Chef Assistant
Villa Sant'Angelo
08.2021 - 09.2021
Buffet Cook
Hotel Lido
06.2019 - 09.2019
Chef Assistant
Gran Sasso 3
11.2018 - 01.2019
Chef Assistant
Mado Caffè
05.2018 - 09.2018
Chef Assistant
Chalet Boracay
06.2016 - 09.2016
High School Diploma -
Istituto Istruzione Superiore Crocetti Cerulli
Food Sciences And Culture
European Training Center
HACCP7 CERTIFICATEFOOD INDUSTRY LEGISLATIVE DECREE 193/07 WORKER WHO HANDLES
FOOD
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