Sonia Gusberti
London
Summary
Friendly individual with strong communication and teamwork skills, combined with a knack for multitasking and customer service. Proficient in handling cash transactions and maintaining a clean, organised workspace.
Experienced culinary professional with the focus on kitchen management and team leadership. Skilled in creating diverse menus, maintaining high food quality standards, and ensuring cost-effective operations. Committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences through innovative cooking techniques and meticulous attention to detail.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work history
Barista assistant
Corso Dante 116
Portofino, Genova
2022.07 - 2024.10
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service.
- Maintained a clean and organised workspace for optimal productivity.
- Improved sales through suggestive selling techniques.
- Assured quality control with proper handling of all food items.
- Followed prescribed recipes and preparation techniques for range of drinks, including espresso, latte and cappuccino.
- Kept cleaning equipment to optimal standards to reduce cleaning inefficiencies.
- Portioned dry ingredients for speedy food preparation.
- Maintained clean and tidy food preparation areas.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Maintained clean and sanitary food preparation areas and equipment.
- Mentored staff in food preparation and storage best practices.
Cook manager
Villa Gritta
Chiavari, Genova
2016.11 - 2022.07
- Improved menu variety by introducing new recipes and cooking techniques.
- Ensured food safety standards for high-quality meals.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency with improved organisational skills.
- Catered special events to create memorable dining experiences.
- Developed meal plans for balanced nutrition.
- Collaborated with suppliers, ensuring fresh ingredients availability.
- Cleaned kitchen areas, food counters, and cooking utensils.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces and utensils throughout shifts.
- Washed and chopped raw ingredients to use in cold or cooked food items.
- Cooked food using grills, griddles and deep-fat fryers.
- Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.
Cook manager
scuola primaria di lumarzo
Lumarzo, Genova
2015.09 - 2016.09
- Improved menu variety by introducing new recipes and cooking techniques.
- Ensured food safety standards for high-quality meals.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency with improved organisational skills.
- Catered special events to create memorable dining experiences.
- Performed regular stock rotations to use oldest stock first.
- Merchandised stock and controlled stock levels, minimising costs and waste.
- Collaborated with accountant to maintain accurate account records.
Sous chef
Nettuno S.P.A
Sestri Levante, Genova
2014.06 - 2015.06
- Maintained high standards of food preparation by following recipes accurately.
- Developed unique flavour profiles for signature dishes, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Managed inventory efficiently, minimising waste and optimising resource use.
- Adapted menu items according to guest dietary requirements or preferences, promoting inclusivity in dining options.
- Contributed creative ideas for special events menus, providing memorable dining experiences for guests.
- Delegated tasks to junior chefs for efficient kitchen operations.
- Ensured quality control with strict adherence to hygiene regulations.
- Delivered consistent culinary excellence to diners through attention to detail in plating and presentation.
- Supervised daily food prep operations, ensuring consistency across all dishes served.
- Supported head chef with stock control and rotation, minimising waste with FIFO systems.
- Checked freezers and refrigerators to verify correct storage and temperatures.
- Managed staff rotas, planning workloads effectively and strategically.
Education
GCSEs - Scuola alberghiera
Scuola Alberghiera Di Lavagna
Chiavari 1993.09 -
Skills
- Kids menu recipes
- Stock room organisation
- Warehouse organisation
- Cleaning and organisation
- Food storage area organisation
- Product organisation
- Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint
- Health and safety measures in transportation
- Food safety and quality checks
- Food safety and sanitation standards
- Kids club organisation
- Reliable and punctual
Affiliations
- Reading
- Playing with children
- skiing
- swimming
Languages
English
Elementary
French
Elementary
Italian
Native
Timeline
Barista assistant
Corso Dante 116
2022.07 - 2024.10
Cook manager
Villa Gritta
2016.11 - 2022.07
Cook manager
scuola primaria di lumarzo
2015.09 - 2016.09
Sous chef
Nettuno S.P.A
2014.06 - 2015.06
GCSEs - Scuola alberghiera
Scuola Alberghiera Di Lavagna
1993.09 -