Sergiu Robu
Carlow
Summary
Adept at kitchen management and fostering team productivity, I significantly enhanced food safety practices at La Gusto Takeaway. My expertise in menu development and nutritional advice, coupled with a proven track record in boosting efficiency, showcases my ability to meet and exceed employer expectations. My leadership not only improved service delivery but also ensured compliance with health standards.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef Manager
La Gusto Takeaway
Carlow
08.2017 - 10.2023
- Developed and implemented training programs for kitchen staff to ensure proper food handling, safety, and sanitation practices were followed.
- Determined schedules and staff requirements necessary to prepare and plate food.
- Used proper cleaning supplies and methods to disinfect counters where raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs had been prepared.
- Assisted in developing new recipes that incorporated unique flavors while still adhering to nutritional guidelines.
- Reviewed monthly financial statements related to purchasing decisions for accuracy prior to submission for approval.
- Implemented innovative strategies designed to increase efficiency within the kitchen environment.
- Controlled food costs by adhering to purchasing specifications, product storage requirements and recipe standards.
- Created menus based on seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
- Supervised all kitchen operations, including ordering supplies and equipment maintenance.
- Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or service promptly and professionally.
- Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
- Maintained accurate records of food orders placed from suppliers as well as invoices received from vendors.
- Evaluated staff job performance, rewarded excellent work and issued disciplinary action when appropriate.
Administrative Manager
Andy's Pizza
Chisinau
03.2012 - 05.2017
- Created and implemented administrative processes and procedures to prioritize job tasks and establish personnel responsibilities.
- Provided support to departmental managers in the development of project plans and initiatives.
- Read through contracts, regulations and procedural guidelines to verify comprehension and compliance.
- Planned and controlled budgets for contracts, equipment and supplies.
- Managed busy calendar for executive team, planning and preparing meetings and communications.
- Conducted performance reviews on administrative staff members to ensure they are meeting expectations.
- Trained employees on best practices and protocols while managing teams to maintain optimal productivity.
Chef
Luigi's Takeaway
Longford
05.2005 - 02.2010
- Kept up to date with current culinary trends, as well as health and safety regulations.
- Stored foods correctly using correct storage containers and labelling systems.
- Planned menus, ordered supplies and managed kitchen staff.
- Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
- Supervised food preparation staff to deliver high-quality results.
- Used proper cleaning supplies and methods to disinfect counters where raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs had been prepared.
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to established recipes.
- Suggested and prepared promotional dishes according to ingredient availability and customer preferences.
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
Administrator
Green Hills Market
Chisinau
01.2001 - 04.2004
- Assisted with budget preparation and tracking of expenses.
- Assessed company operations for compliance with safety standards.
- Provided general administrative support to staff members.
- Assisted in the development of new administrative systems, procedures and policies.
- Facilitated communication between departments to support project completion and goal achievement.
- Monitored budget expenditures and prepared financial reports for review by management.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations within the office environment.
- Checked office stock to determine supply levels and maintain inventory.
- Updated databases with new employee information, job changes and terminations.
Education
High School Diploma -
UTM College
Republic Of Moldova07-1997
Skills
- Kitchen management
- Nutritional advice
- Food safety
- Catering oversight
- Food safety management
- Supply ordering
- Equipment inspection
- Menu development
- Order control
Languages
Romanian
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Russian
Advanced (C1)
C1
Timeline
Chef Manager
La Gusto Takeaway
08.2017 - 10.2023
Administrative Manager
Andy's Pizza
03.2012 - 05.2017
Chef
Luigi's Takeaway
05.2005 - 02.2010
Administrator
Green Hills Market
01.2001 - 04.2004
High School Diploma -
UTM College
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