Marco Montalto
Melton Mowbray
Summary
With over 15 years of experience as a chef and food and beverage manager specializing in traditional Italian cuisine, I am currently seeking a new career opportunity. I have honed my skills in the catering industry, working at various high-end restaurants in Italy and the UK. Eager to bring my expertise and passion to a new role, I thrive on working creatively and crafting innovative menus and dishes. Open to relocation anywhere for the right opportunity.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Restaurant Manager
AMORE RESTAURANT
06.2023 - Current
- Managed daily operations to ensure a high level of efficiency, consistency, and quality in both food and service.
- Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
- Met, greeted, and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
- Reconciled cash and credit card transactions to maintain accurate records.
Production Operative
Tru Frame
07.2022 - 01.2023
Head Chef
Normanton park hotel
03.2022 - 07.2022
- Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
- Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
- Elevated restaurant''s reputation by consistently creating high-quality, innovative dishes and maintaining top-notch presentation standards.
Assistant Manager
Ristorante venezia
04.2021 - 07.2021
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
Amazon delivery driver
FDL Logistics
04.2021 - 07.2021
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Improved customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate deliveries of products.
- Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
Head Chef
La Perla restaurant
10.2018 - 02.2021
- Elevated restaurant''s reputation by consistently creating high-quality, innovative dishes and maintaining top-notch presentation standards.
- Collaborated with front-of-house team to ensure seamless service during high-volume periods, resulting in increased customer satisfaction rates.
- Developed and cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
Head chef
La torre restaurant
02.2016 - 08.2018
- Secured significant increase in repeat customers, curating seasonal menu that highlighted local ingredients.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
- Engaged with customers to gather feedback, using insights to refine dishes and service.
Baker
Morrison's Supermarket
01.2014 - 02.2016
Front of House
La torre restaurant
11.2010 - 01.2014
- Coordinated with front of house to ensure smooth service during busy periods, enhancing customer dining experience.
- Managed inventory through effectively ordering and stocking uniforms, linens, beverages, and front of house supplies.
Front of House Manager
La Lampara di San Vito Restaurant
03.2010 - 10.2010
Pizza Chef
Winter - Pizzaoiolo Pizzeria
12.2009 - 04.2010
Assistant Manager
San Vito A Tavola Restaurant
06.2009 - 10.2009
Front of House
Tres Stelle Pizza Restaurant
06.2008 - 06.2009
Restaurant Manager
Hotel Borgo San Luigi
04.2007 - 05.2008
- Di Siena - 4
- Hotel
Assistant Restaurant Manager
Circolo Canottieri di Marsala
06.2006 - 02.2007
Restaurant Supervisor
Cortile di Venere
12.2005 - 05.2006
Summer - Waiter
Picolit Restaurant
06.2005 - 12.2005
- In Trapani
Restaurant Supervisor
Luxury Hotel Hotel Hermitage
06.2005 - 09.2005
- Isola d'elba
Winter - Waiter
Rocce Draele
12.2004 - 05.2005
Ice cream maker
Summer - Bar Beac
06.2004 - 12.2004
Summer - Waiter
Rocce Draele
06.2003 - 06.2004
Education
Diploma in Food and Beverage Manager -
IPSSAR
High School Diploma -
Skills
- Leadership Skills
- Decision Making
- Fast Learner
- Adaptability
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
- Ability to Work in a Team
- Communication Skills
- Supervisor
- Leadership
- Hygiene
- Tourism
- Team Management
- Management
- Customer Service
- Hospitality
- Cooking
Hobbies and Interests
- Playing basketball
- Music
- Travel
- Food
- Gordon Ramsey
Certification
Personal Alcohol licence certificate
Bakery certificate Sheffield College
Driving licence
Languages
Italian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)
Timeline
Restaurant Manager
AMORE RESTAURANT
06.2023 - Current
Production Operative
Tru Frame
07.2022 - 01.2023
Head Chef
Normanton park hotel
03.2022 - 07.2022
Assistant Manager
Ristorante venezia
04.2021 - 07.2021
Amazon delivery driver
FDL Logistics
04.2021 - 07.2021
Head Chef
La Perla restaurant
10.2018 - 02.2021
Head chef
La torre restaurant
02.2016 - 08.2018
Baker
Morrison's Supermarket
01.2014 - 02.2016
Front of House
La torre restaurant
11.2010 - 01.2014
Front of House Manager
La Lampara di San Vito Restaurant
03.2010 - 10.2010
Pizza Chef
Winter - Pizzaoiolo Pizzeria
12.2009 - 04.2010
Assistant Manager
San Vito A Tavola Restaurant
06.2009 - 10.2009
Front of House
Tres Stelle Pizza Restaurant
06.2008 - 06.2009
Restaurant Manager
Hotel Borgo San Luigi
04.2007 - 05.2008
Assistant Restaurant Manager
Circolo Canottieri di Marsala
06.2006 - 02.2007
Restaurant Supervisor
Cortile di Venere
12.2005 - 05.2006
Restaurant Supervisor
Luxury Hotel Hotel Hermitage
06.2005 - 09.2005
Summer - Waiter
Picolit Restaurant
06.2005 - 12.2005
Winter - Waiter
Rocce Draele
12.2004 - 05.2005
Ice cream maker
Summer - Bar Beac
06.2004 - 12.2004
Summer - Waiter
Rocce Draele
06.2003 - 06.2004
Diploma in Food and Beverage Manager -
IPSSAR