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Dionysios Machattos

Dionysios Machattos

Glasgow

Summary

From a dedicated student committed to building culinary skills and learning diverse techniques to a hardworking commis chef in a Michelin-starred restaurant with a hunger to learn and adapt to high-standard techniques and new cuisines. I am not afraid of jumping right in.


Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certification

Work history

commis chef

Unalome Restaurant ( 1 Michelin star)
Glasgow , Finnieston
06.2023 - Current
  • Run a section during preparation and service.
  • Store foodstuffs and ingredients in an established manner.
  • Prepared and presented innovative dishes of exceptional quality and uniformity.
  • Supported senior chefs in preparing original daily menus, showcasing culinary abilities with seasonal produce.
  • Remained calm and effective in fast-paced kitchen environments to promptly deliver high-quality dishes.
  • Controlled and minimized food waste.


Trainee chef

Unalome restaurant (1 Michelin star)
Glasgow , Finnieston
11.2022 - 06.2023
  • Completed 30 hours of work experience as a chef during my studies and got a part-time job after that.
  • Gained experience in a 1-star Michelin restaurant.
  • Prevent contamination by ensuring the sanitation and cleanliness of surfaces and storage containers.
  • comply with food safety regulations.
  • Carried out tasks assigned by the head and sous chef.
  • Organising produce to comply with the FIFO rule.

Waiter

Aeyialos Restaurant
Ammochostos,Cyprus
04.2020 - 09.2020
  • In a high-pressure environment during COVID-19.
  • Served meals and drinks with professionalism and skill, maintaining high presentation and quality standards.
  • Used appropriate sanitising and cleaning products to maintain hygienic kitchen and food preparation areas.

Waiter/Barman

Waves Cocktail Bar Restaurant
Ammochostos , Cyprus
01.2016 - 01.2019
  • Engaged with guests to create a positive rapport, encouraging loyalty and repeat visits.
  • Prepared mixed drinks and poured wine, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages within target service timeframes.
  • Maintained bar stocks, replenishing daily as necessary.
  • Followed safe serving requirements, monitoring guest behavior, and discontinuing service to inebriated customers.

Education

SCQF Level 6 ( Fast Track) - Professional Cookery

City of Glasgow College
Glasgow
01.2023 - 06.2023

SCQF Level 5 ( Fast Track ) - Professional Cookery

City of Glasgow College
Glasgow
08.2022 - 12.2022

IELTS , IGCSE's , Pancyprian examinations -

Xenion High School
Cyprus
09.2013 - 06.2021

Skills

  • Calm under pressure
  • Expert multitasker
  • Kitchen equipment and tools
  • Food plating and presentation
  • Cleaning and sanitizing methods
  • Quality Assurance
  • Minimization of food waste

Certification

I joined the Cypriot army as a medic/first aider for 14 months. During these months, I trained at the army hospital, which taught me first aid and skills to use in the field during combat, resulting in the development of a disciplined and well-behaved young individual.

Languages

English and Greek
Fluent

Timeline

commis chef

Unalome Restaurant ( 1 Michelin star)
06.2023 - Current

SCQF Level 6 ( Fast Track) - Professional Cookery

City of Glasgow College
01.2023 - 06.2023

Trainee chef

Unalome restaurant (1 Michelin star)
11.2022 - 06.2023

SCQF Level 5 ( Fast Track ) - Professional Cookery

City of Glasgow College
08.2022 - 12.2022

Waiter

Aeyialos Restaurant
04.2020 - 09.2020

Waiter/Barman

Waves Cocktail Bar Restaurant
01.2016 - 01.2019

IELTS , IGCSE's , Pancyprian examinations -

Xenion High School
09.2013 - 06.2021
Dionysios Machattos