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Davide  Rapuano

Davide Rapuano

Cook
Cautano ,Benevento

Summary

Seasoned Sous Chef specializing in Type cuisine. Successful Number year record in high-volume kitchens. Career achievements working with head chefs and kitchen staff to meet high standards for taste, presentation and service. Enthusiastic Job Title eager to develop high-quality menus for new and established restaurants. Reliable, hardworking and driven to give guests top-quality foods. 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. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Adaptable and enterprising Job Title with solid industry background and proven expertise in building and leading successful teams. Talented problem-solver ready to back up fellow employees at any time. Proficient Sous Chef highly effective at operating in fast-paced, demanding environments. Adaptable professional with success handling any challenge. Number-year background in high-end restaurant industry. Exceptionally talented professional in restaurant industry offering dynamic skills in meal preparation, portion sizing and plating. Experienced Chef de Partie with background working in high-end establishments that set culinary trends and cater to sophisticated clientele. Supports chef leadership with new recipe development and suggested pairings. Motivated professional with history of working closely with several top chefs handling chopping, frying, sautéing and sauce-making. Background as Chef de Partie with well-established Type restaurant. Highly trained Chef de Partie with solid background ensuring successful daily operation of multiple establishments. True artist with array of kitchen preparation techniques. Formal training and education in culinary studies. High-performing Chef offering Number years of restaurant experience. Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. Talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams. Talented kitchen leader and team motivator successful at maintaining staff focus and productivity in high-volume, fast-paced operations. Experienced with Type cuisine, sourcing ingredients, controlling budgets and boosting restaurant profiles. Conversational Language skills.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Sous Chef

Christmas Hammerle
01.2023 - 08.2023
  • Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
  • Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • Monitored food and labor costs to verify budget targets were met.
  • Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current culinary trends and techniques.
  • Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
  • Assisted with menu development and planning.
  • Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.

Chef De Cuisine

Harald Hörschläger
12.2019 - 10.2022
  • Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
  • Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
  • Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • Interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
  • Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
  • Cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
  • Developed and cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
  • Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
  • Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
  • Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
  • Developed close relationships with suppliers to source best ingredients.
  • Participated in food tastings and taste tests.

Sous Chef

Vito De Iaco
06.2019 - 12.2019
  • Topped pizzas with right ingredients based on orders utilizing recipe-directed amounts and distribution methods.
  • Monitored and maintained clean working areas and cooking surfaces.
  • Followed food safety and sanitation guidelines to prevent foodborne illnesses and promote customer health and safety.
  • Maintained pizza-making and kitchen equipment to keep items in good working condition and kitchen operating smoothly.
  • Operated pizza oven and other kitchen equipment safely to protect team members from harm and equipment from damage.
  • Monitored pizzas throughout cooking process to deliver correct doneness and prevent burning or undercooking.

Assistant Chef

Luigi De Marzi
09.2018 - 04.2019
  • Chopped ingredients and garnishes.
  • Checked food inventory and ordered ingredients.
  • Stored food safely and orderly in freezer and refrigerator.
  • Prepped ingredients ahead of time to increase cooking and service speed.
  • Participated in food tastings and taste tests.

Chef Assistant, Chef the Partie

Daniel Chahill
01.2017 - 09.2018
  • Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
  • Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
  • Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
  • Participated in food tastings and taste tests.

Junior Chef De Partie

Pasquale Pannillo
06.2014 - 06.2016
  • Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.

Education

Professional Courses - Master Pizza School

Napoli Accademia Pizza , Napoli
08.2015

High School Degree - Hotel Management School Hospitality School Cooking

Istituto Professionale Alberghiero Marco Polo , Benevento
06.2015

Skills

Ability to adapt in

new contexts

Problem solving skills

⚫Motivation and tenacity to pursue your goals

Resistance to stress

Ability to work in a team

Creativity and proactivity

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
German
Elementary (A2)
Italian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Beginner (A1)
Spanish
Elementary (A2)

Timeline

Sous Chef - Christmas Hammerle
01.2023 - 08.2023
Chef De Cuisine - Harald Hörschläger
12.2019 - 10.2022
Sous Chef - Vito De Iaco
06.2019 - 12.2019
Assistant Chef - Luigi De Marzi
09.2018 - 04.2019
Chef Assistant, Chef the Partie - Daniel Chahill
01.2017 - 09.2018
Junior Chef De Partie - Pasquale Pannillo
06.2014 - 06.2016
Napoli Accademia Pizza - Professional Courses , Master Pizza School
Istituto Professionale Alberghiero Marco Polo - High School Degree, Hotel Management School Hospitality School Cooking
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