Brian Abutti
Toronto,ON
Summary
Skilled Chef de Cuisine with background in fine dining and high-volume establishments. Possess strong knowledge of culinary arts, menu development, kitchen management and food safety standards. Noteworthy ability to provide leadership in fast-paced environments while producing high-quality cuisine. Proven track record of improving overall guest satisfaction through creation of innovative menus and dishes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef De Cuisine
Miss Likklemore's
Toronto
02.2024 - Current
- Controlled labor costs through effective use of staff scheduling techniques.
- Conducted regular staff meetings to discuss menu changes, special events, promotions.
- Provided guidance and support for Sous Chefs during peak service hours.
- Tracked sales figures for each dish served in order to identify popular items.
Executive Chef
Toronto Beach Club
Toronto
10.2022 - 01.2024
- Maintained excellent relationships with local farmers to secure fresh produce for menu items.
- Established a culture of safety in the kitchen by enforcing strict safety protocols.
- Controlled labor costs through effective use of staff scheduling techniques.
- Designed innovative dishes that incorporated global flavors into traditional cuisine.
- Planned weekly production schedules to maximize efficiency while minimizing waste.
- Coordinated with front-of-house staff regarding reservations and table management.
Chef De Cuisine
Byblos Downtown
Toronto
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Developed and implemented new menu items to meet customer needs.
- Provided guidance and direction on plating techniques for staff.
- Scheduled shifts for kitchen staff according to restaurant needs.
- Managed budget, labor, and direct operating expenses for operation.
Jr Sous
Blueblood Steakhouse
Toronto
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate supplies on hand.
- Ensured food preparation and presentation met high standards of quality and sanitation.
- Conducted frequent line checks to keep food at proper temperatures in holding zones.
Line Cook
Byblos Downtown
Toronto
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Plated dishes according to restaurant presentation standards before delivering them to customers.
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
Line Cook
Valdez
Toronto
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
Line Cook
Carisma
Toronto
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Ensured that all dishes were prepared according to recipe specifications.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
- Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.
- Cleaned cooking and refrigeration equipment to sanitize and prevent food-borne illness.
Education
Cook Advanced Diploma -
Liaison College
Toronto, ON01.2012
O.S.S.D. -
Western Technical
Toronto, ON01.2009
Skills
- Willing to adapt to changes and able to assume responsibilities
- Strong leadership qualities and self motivated
- Good team player and works well independently
- Detail oriented, hard working and able to work in a fast paced environment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to maintain sense of urgency, keep momentum
- Menu planning capability
- Proficiency with budgeting and cost control software
Timeline
Chef De Cuisine
Miss Likklemore's
02.2024 - Current
Executive Chef
Toronto Beach Club
10.2022 - 01.2024
Chef De Cuisine
Byblos Downtown
01.2018 - 01.2022
Jr Sous
Blueblood Steakhouse
01.2017 - 01.2018
Line Cook
Byblos Downtown
01.2016 - 01.2017
Line Cook
Valdez
01.2015 - 01.2016
Line Cook
Carisma
01.2012 - 01.2015
Cook Advanced Diploma -
Liaison College
O.S.S.D. -
Western Technical
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