Z. Robert Balogh
Leeds
Summary
Dynamic Senior Pizza Chef with extensive experience, skilled in dough making and menu development. Proven track record of enhancing customer satisfaction through innovative recipes and effective communication. Adept at training staff and maintaining high standards of food presentation, contributing to increased guest return rates.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Pizza Chef
Franco Manca
04.2024 - Current
- Prepared dough from scratch using old world recipe and added toppings, cheese, and sauce for unique pies.
- Demonstrated excellent time-management skills by coordinating multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting strict deadlines.
- Developed creative pizza recipes, incorporating seasonal ingredients and customer feedback for menu variety.
Pizza Chef
Mozza True Neapolitan Pizza, White Rose Centre
01.2023 - 04.2024
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen and dining area for accurate order fulfillment and timely service delivery.
- Implemented daily prep tasks which contributed to smooth shift transitions between morning, afternoon, and evening crews.
Head Chef
Pizza Fella
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
- Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
Sous Chef
Waterlane Boathouse Pub& Restaurant
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Collaborated with executive chef to develop innovative menu items, leading to increased guest return rates and positive reviews.
- Played a key role in achieving positive health inspection results by maintaining strict compliance with all relevant guidelines and regulations throughout daily operations.
Team Leader Chef
Miller & Carter Steakhouse
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
- Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
Sous Chef
Burger & Lobster
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
Quality Control Inspector
Jasz Plaszt Ro- SAMSUNG Display Factory
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Improved product quality by conducting thorough inspections and identifying defects in a timely manner.
- Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
Pizza Chef
Gustosa Ristorante Italian
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Trained new staff members in proper pizza preparation techniques, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by crafting high-quality pizzas and maintaining consistency in taste and presentation.
- Managed high-pressure situations during peak hours, maintaining focus on efficient service and consistent product quality.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow efficiency and overall kitchen performance.
Quality Control Inspector
Nokia Mobile Phones Factory
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
- Collaborated with production staff to establish and meet quality standards
Pizza Chef
Fausto's Ristorante
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Operated pizza oven and other kitchen equipment safely to protect team members from harm and equipment from damage.
- Maintained a clean workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations for food handling.
- Reduced food waste by efficiently managing pizza ingredients and rotating stock regularly.
Skills
- Pizza making
- Effective communication
- Cooking
- Food presentation
- Portion control
- Kitchen organization
- Menu development
- Kitchen equipment usage
- Training new staff
- Dough making
- Health and Safety Compliance
Languages
Hungarian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Romanian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Italian
Beginner (A1)
Polish
Beginner (A1)
Timeline
Senior Pizza Chef
Franco Manca
04.2024 - Current
Pizza Chef
Mozza True Neapolitan Pizza, White Rose Centre
01.2023 - 04.2024
Head Chef
Pizza Fella
01.2022 - 01.2023
Sous Chef
Waterlane Boathouse Pub& Restaurant
01.2020 - 01.2022
Team Leader Chef
Miller & Carter Steakhouse
01.2019 - 01.2020
Sous Chef
Burger & Lobster
01.2015 - 01.2019
Quality Control Inspector
Jasz Plaszt Ro- SAMSUNG Display Factory
01.2012 - 01.2015
Pizza Chef
Gustosa Ristorante Italian
01.2008 - 01.2012
Quality Control Inspector
Nokia Mobile Phones Factory
01.2006 - 01.2008
Pizza Chef
Fausto's Ristorante
01.2004 - 01.2006
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