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Alex Stanciu

London

Summary

Dynamic and organised culinary professional with a strong sense of responsibility and exceptional team spirit. Demonstrates expertise in quality control assurance, meat butchery, and cultural cuisine knowledge, complemented by culinary creativity. A fast learner committed to enhancing team performance and achieving excellence in the culinary arts.

Highly-motivated Sous Chef with dedicated work ethic and can-do attitude seeks opportunity to build upon strong menu creation, preparation and presentation skills. Thrives under pressure to run productive stations with high-quality output. Coaches junior kitchen members to uplift team capabilities.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
2012
2012
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Sous chef

Amber Restaurant
London
09.2024 - Current
  • Delivered consistent culinary excellence to diners through attention to detail in plating and presentation.
  • Contributed creative ideas for special events menus, providing memorable dining experiences for guests.
  • Collaborated closely with front-of-house team, ensuring seamless service delivery.
  • Delegated tasks to junior chefs for efficient kitchen operations.

Sous Chef

Jamie Oliver Catherine St
London
09.2023 - 09.2024
  • Ensured quality control with strict adherence to hygiene regulations.
  • Ensured proper storage of raw materials adhering to health standards.
  • Supervised daily food prep operations, ensuring consistency across all dishes served.
  • Worked under pressure during peak hours whilst maintaining composure and efficiency.

Sous Chef

Sophies Soho
London
02.2023 - 09.2023
  • Adapted menu items according to guest dietary requirements or preferences, promoting inclusivity in dining options.
  • Fostered a positive working environment through clear communication and team motivation.
  • Delegated tasks to junior chefs for efficient kitchen operations.
  • Contributed creative ideas for special events menus, providing memorable dining experiences for guests.

Jr Sous Chef

Sophies Soho
London
08.2022 - 02.2023

Jr Sous Chef

Temper Soho
London
11.2021 - 07.2022

Chef de Partie

Temper Soho
London
05.2021 - 11.2021

Chef de Partie

The Ivy Tower Bridge
London
12.2020 - 05.2021

Warehouse Operative

Amazon Enfield
London
08.2020 - 11.2020

Chef de Partie

Coppa Club
London
02.2020 - 07.2020

Chef de Partie

Savoy Grill
London
11.2019 - 02.2020

Chef de Partie

Coppa Club
London
02.2019 - 11.2019

Commis Chef

Barrowboy and Banker
London
10.2018 - 01.2019

Real Estate Agent

House Hunters
Bucharest
08.2016 - 09.2017
  • Company Overview: Real estate
  • Real estate

Sale Assistant

Altex Romania
Bucharest
03.2016 - 08.2016
  • Company Overview: Commerce / Retail
  • Commerce / Retail

Game Tester

EA Games
Bucharest
03.2016 - 08.2016
  • Company Overview: IT / Telecom
  • IT / Telecom

Team Leader

MIB Group BTI
Bucharest
03.2015 - 02.2016
  • Company Overview: Advertising / Marketing / PR
  • Advertising / Marketing / PR

Promoter

MIB Group BTI
Bucharest
06.2014 - 03.2015
  • Company Overview: Advertising / Marketing / PR
  • Advertising / Marketing / PR

Kitchen Porter

Eden Restaurant
06.2012 - 10.2012

Education

Bachelor's degree - Geography of Turism

University of Bucharest

High School / Vocational school - Philology

Stefan cel Mare

Skills

  • Great team spirit
  • Team worker
  • Sense of responsibility
  • Organized person
  • Fast learner
  • Dinamic person
  • Great team player
  • Quality control assurance
  • Meat butchery
  • Cultural cuisine knowledge
  • Culinary creativity

Languages

English
Fluent
Spanish
Beginner
Italian
Elementary

Timeline

Sous chef

Amber Restaurant
09.2024 - Current

Sous Chef

Jamie Oliver Catherine St
09.2023 - 09.2024

Sous Chef

Sophies Soho
02.2023 - 09.2023

Jr Sous Chef

Sophies Soho
08.2022 - 02.2023

Jr Sous Chef

Temper Soho
11.2021 - 07.2022

Chef de Partie

Temper Soho
05.2021 - 11.2021

Chef de Partie

The Ivy Tower Bridge
12.2020 - 05.2021

Warehouse Operative

Amazon Enfield
08.2020 - 11.2020

Chef de Partie

Coppa Club
02.2020 - 07.2020

Chef de Partie

Savoy Grill
11.2019 - 02.2020

Chef de Partie

Coppa Club
02.2019 - 11.2019

Commis Chef

Barrowboy and Banker
10.2018 - 01.2019

Real Estate Agent

House Hunters
08.2016 - 09.2017

Sale Assistant

Altex Romania
03.2016 - 08.2016

Game Tester

EA Games
03.2016 - 08.2016

Team Leader

MIB Group BTI
03.2015 - 02.2016

Promoter

MIB Group BTI
06.2014 - 03.2015

Kitchen Porter

Eden Restaurant
06.2012 - 10.2012

High School / Vocational school - Philology

Stefan cel Mare

Bachelor's degree - Geography of Turism

University of Bucharest
Alex Stanciu