Pace Valentino
New York City
Summary
Adept at transforming ingredients into culinary masterpieces, I leveraged my knife skills and team collaboration at Tucci Restaurant to enhance menu diversity and kitchen efficiency. Trained in advanced cooking techniques, I led initiatives that significantly increased revenue and productivity, showcasing my ability to thrive in fast-paced environments and drive team success.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook/Pasta Chef
Tucci Restaurant
New York
03.2024 - Current
- Proficient in preparing diverse cuisines with a focus on flavor and presentation.
- Experienced in using advanced cooking techniques to create unique and mouthwatering dishes.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
- Ensured that all dishes were prepared according to recipe specifications.
- Trained new team members on proper meat and vegetable preparation techniques.
- Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
- Helped other staff members complete job tasks during peak times to keep kitchen running efficiently.
- Identified opportunities to increase revenue, decrease kitchen expenses and maximize departmental productivity without compromising guest satisfaction.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
Preparation Cook
Del Monico's
New York
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Measured and weighed food items to comply with portion requirements.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Organized and labeled stock of ingredients to maintain needed inventory levels.
- Assisted in the preparation of a variety of dishes according to recipes and instructions.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
- Sliced vegetables like onions or mushrooms for salads or sandwiches per order requirements.
- Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
- Monitored freshness of food products to help reduce spoilage.
- Used various kitchen tools and equipment such as blenders, mixers, grinders safely and efficiently.
- Provided guidance and training to new cooks regarding preparation methods for sauces.
Developer and Commercial Director
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Brand promotion, training for agents and acquisition of new customers for Tritan glass manufacturer
CEO and Commercial Director
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Brand promotion and acquisition of new customers for a company operating in the field of non-invasive aesthetic medicine
Area Manager Verona and province and Trento and province
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Brand promotion and acquisition of new customers for a leading company operating in the field of non-invasive aesthetic medicine
Sales Manager
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Promotion both at large-scale distribution and at restaurants and delicatessens of fish products
Head of Room and Kitchen
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Management of the kitchen and supervision of the dining room service in a restaurant near Oppeano
Chef de Rang/ Barman
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Management of a rank of the restaurant room and bar service in a hotel 4
- On Lake Garda
Public Relations and Events Manager
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Management of the service offered by Resorts near Lake Garda with particular attention to the wine list
Consultant and Public Relations and Events Manager
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Organization of advertising events for a famous brand specialized in hair cure
Organization of room/bar and kitchen
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Restaurant room management, table service and coordination of the dining room / kitchen of a large restaurant specializing in fish in Bardolino on Lake Garda
Organization of room/bar and kitchen
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Restaurant management, table service and coordination of the room / kitchen in a small restaurant / pizzeria in the province of Verona
Retail sale of seriated stocks of women's footwear of prestigious brands
01.2000 - 01.2005
- Organization of exhibition spaces and sale to the public
Retail footwear
01.1994 - 01.2000
- Organization of exhibition spaces and sale to the public
Education
course recognized by the Veneto Region with which I obtained the necessary suitability for the exercise of the activity of administration and sale of food products
Carnacina Institute
Bardolino, Italy12.2010
Aldo Pasoli State Commercial Technical Institute
Verona, ItalySkills
- Prep work
- Menu item memorization
- Portioning
- Knife skills
- Line management
- Effective prioritization
- Line station oversight
- Recipe adaptation
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving
Personalskillsandcompetences
- Fluent in Italian
- Proficient in English and Spanish
Personal Information
- Visa Expiry: 11/30/27
- Citizenship: Italian
- Date of Birth: 05/26/78
- Gender: Male
- Visa Status: L2S
Languages
Italian
First Language
English
Elementary (A2)
A2
Spanish
Elementary (A2)
A2
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Line Cook/Pasta Chef
Tucci Restaurant
03.2024 - Current
Preparation Cook
Del Monico's
10.2023 - 03.2024
Developer and Commercial Director
01.2020 - 01.2022
CEO and Commercial Director
01.2020 - 01.2022
Area Manager Verona and province and Trento and province
01.2016 - 01.2020
Sales Manager
01.2015 - 01.2016
Head of Room and Kitchen
01.2014 - 01.2015
Chef de Rang/ Barman
01.2014 - 01.2015
Public Relations and Events Manager
01.2013 - 01.2014
Consultant and Public Relations and Events Manager
01.2011 - 01.2013
Organization of room/bar and kitchen
01.2008 - 01.2011
Organization of room/bar and kitchen
01.2006 - 01.2007
Retail sale of seriated stocks of women's footwear of prestigious brands
01.2000 - 01.2005
Retail footwear
01.1994 - 01.2000
course recognized by the Veneto Region with which I obtained the necessary suitability for the exercise of the activity of administration and sale of food products
Carnacina Institute
Aldo Pasoli State Commercial Technical Institute
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