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Erica Harsanyi

Bariloche

Summary

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Can`t underline all the work experience. Here is a selection of different approaches of the culinary world.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Demostration Chef

Refinerias De Maiz - Now Unilever
  • Trained sale force staff to perform various preparation with convenient products
  • Worked closely with Culinary Schools and Cookers Union to facilitate excellent approach to convenient products.
  • Participated in convenient products development, taste tests, working ensemble with marketing and food technician
  • Developed innovative recipes, attracting new clientele and increasing overall sales.
  • Developed "First National Cooking Tournament"
  • Implemented food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money.
  • Implemented successful cross-marketing-sale force-production strategies, such as promotion material

Executive Chef Manager

El Cortijo , Hotel De Campo
  • Daily hotel services and Events.
  • Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by regularly reviewing performance metrics and implementing necessary changes to enhance operational effectiveness.
  • Managed budget effectively by carefully tracking expenses and identifying cost-saving opportunities within the operation.
  • Fostered a positive work environment where employees felt valued and motivated to perform at their best, contributing to the team''s success.

Executive Sous Chef

TOMO I
  • Increased customer satisfaction through consistent delivery of exceptional dishes, resulting in positive reviews.
  • Assisted Executive Chef in cost analysis and budget management, optimizing profitability without compromising quality.
  • Ensured compliance with all health department regulations while maintaining a well-organized workspace for optimal efficiency.
  • Evaluated employee performance regularly providing guidance towards improvement as necessary.

Executive-chef

Rio Manso Lodge
10.2022 - 04.2024
  • Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
  • Maintained safe and sanitary work environment, adhering to health department standards and regulations.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by creating innovative and diverse menus tailored to various dietary needs.
  • Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
  • Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
  • Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
  • Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
  • Delivered excellent food quality and maximized customer satisfaction by preparing meals according to customer requests.
  • Maximized profitability by effectively managing food costs through portion control, minimizing waste.
  • Created visually appealing presentations, enhancing the overall dining experience
  • Collaborated with front-of-house staff plus fishing guides crew to ensure seamless dining experiences for guests.
  • Implemented staff training programs to improve culinary skills, teamwork, and overall productivity.
  • Maintained safe, sanitary work environment, adhering to health department standards and regulations.

Executive Chef Manager

Naan, Cocina Sin Fronteras
  • Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
  • Streamlined kitchen operations for improved efficiency, reducing food waste and increasing overall productivity.
  • Developed close relationships with suppliers to source best ingredients.
  • Improving constantly new recipes and flavours combinations to delight customers.
  • Managed budget effectively by carefully tracking expenses and identifying cost-saving opportunities within the operation.
  • Plus all the above mentioned in Rio Manso lodge's job
  • Enhanced guest satisfaction ratings by consistently delivering exceptional service in a high pressure enviroment.

Stadium Operation Chef

Rock & Pop Events
  • Oversaw all day catering in stadium for music concerts. Camerinos, head offices & general crew.
  • Upheld stringent food safety regulations, ensuring compliances with all relevant health department guidelines.
  • Responded to dietary concerns, food allergies and food trends, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
  • Coordinated employee schedules and developed staff teams to boost productivity.
  • Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • COOKED FOR:
  • J.L.GUERRA
  • LIVING COLOUR
  • J.KRAY
  • GUNS & ROSES
  • PHIL COLLINS
  • PETER GABRIEL
  • DURAN DURAN
  • PET SHOP BOYS
  • UB40
  • KISS
  • RED HOT CHILLI PEPPERS
  • AEROSMITH
  • ROLLING STONES
  • R. PLANT
  • NIRVANA
  • C.PAGE
  • ELTON JOHN
  • DEPECHE MODE
  • SIMPLY RED
  • IGGY POP
  • PANTERA
  • SEPULTURA
  • LUIS MIGUEL
  • PERSONAL FEST
  • WHITE STRIPES
  • BACK STREET BOYS
  • METALLICA
  • SODA STEREO
  • CHARLY GARCIA

AMONG OTHERS

Chef De Partie

LA CREOLE, Cuisine Francais Et Des Isles
  • Provided support in all areas of the kitchen as needed, demonstrating versatility and adaptability under pressure.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple stations during busy service periods.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.

Executive Sous Chef

TOMO I RESTAURANT
  • Increased customer satisfaction through consistent delivery of exceptional dishes, resulting in positive reviews.
  • Assisted Executive Chef in cost analysis and budget management, optimizing profitability without compromising quality.
  • Ensured compliance with all health department regulations while maintaining a well-organized workspace for optimal efficiency.
  • Evaluated employee performance regularly providing guidance towards improvement as necessary.
  • Collaborated with Executive Chef to design seasonal menus that showcased diverse flavors and techniques.

Education

MASTER - Phsycology

Universidad De Buenos Aires
Capital Federal

DIPLOMA - American Culinary Federation

National Restaurant Association USA
SERVING SAFE FOOD

Diploma -

Bs. As. Catering
Food & Beverage Management

DIPLOMA - American Culinary Federation

International Chef Association USA
CHEF AS A MANAGER

Diploma -

CARMA
CHOCOLAT SEMINAR

Skills

  • Food presentation
  • Kitchen Management
  • Menu development
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Hospitality service expertise
  • Team Leadership
  • ServSafe Certification
  • Creative Thinking
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Nutrition knowledge
  • Attention to Detail
  • Resource Management

Languages

Spanish
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
French
Elementary
A2

Timeline

Executive-chef

Rio Manso Lodge
10.2022 - 04.2024

Demostration Chef

Refinerias De Maiz - Now Unilever

Executive Chef Manager

El Cortijo , Hotel De Campo

Executive Sous Chef

TOMO I

Executive Chef Manager

Naan, Cocina Sin Fronteras

Stadium Operation Chef

Rock & Pop Events

Chef De Partie

LA CREOLE, Cuisine Francais Et Des Isles

Executive Sous Chef

TOMO I RESTAURANT

MASTER - Phsycology

Universidad De Buenos Aires

DIPLOMA - American Culinary Federation

National Restaurant Association USA

Diploma -

Bs. As. Catering

DIPLOMA - American Culinary Federation

International Chef Association USA

Diploma -

CARMA
Erica Harsanyi