Chef Daniel J. Ghigliotty

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Williston, FL 32696

954-***-****

ac0xr2@r.postjobfree.com

MY MISSION

To be an exemplary leader that applies knowledge of the business and culinary sides of the industry, to develop staff and enhance guest experience. To ensure high quality product through team building and proactive issue resolution.

STRENGTHS

Handles fast pace, high volume.

Diverse culinary background.

Managerial skills and professional demeanor.

Understanding of health and sanitation concerns.

Motivated to teach.

Creativity in food and problem solving

BACKGROUND

The Ivy House---Company Executive Chef (December 2016-Present)

Updated and refined inventory/purchase system

Expanded catering revenue by overseeing opening of events venue.

Updated staff training program.

Eaton’s Beach Sandbar & Grill---Executive Sous Chef/Quality Assurance Director (January 2014 – December 2016)

Supervised production and QA of a beach concept with over $5 million annual sales

Assisted in R&D for menu items, specials, and company expansion.

Created BOH menu and presentation specs, training program with the Executive Chef

Heartland Dining Group---Culinary/Entertainment Director, (March 2013 – January 2014)

Designed menu, dishes, and bar drinks for each concept’s theme.

Oversaw all aspects of menu planning, purchasing, scheduling, and costs.

Booked entertainment, charity and other large events.

Riccardo’s---Sous Chef, (October 2012 – March 2013)

Co-wrote menu with the Chef/Owner

Fresh ingredient scratch menu.

The Country Club of Ocala---Sous Chef, (February 2011 – October 2012)

Focus on banquets and large events.

Oversaw menu planning and meal services for three dining establishments.

Worked with F&B Director for charity events.

Sky Asian Fusion---Executive Chef, (September 2010 – February 2011)

Interim Chef during ownership change.

Helped preserve company image.

Arnold Palmer’s Legends Country Club---Sous Chef (September, 2008 – September 2010)

Oversaw a line that produced 75K and 100K weekly.

Planned and participated in charity events and televised golf tournaments.

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

Ocala Magazine voted Sky “Best Asian Food” 2011 and Golden Spoon 2010-2017

2nd Place Golden Ocala’s “Battle of the Sous Chefs” 2010

1st Runner Up, Best New Restaurant ( Leesburg Daily Commercial) Readers’ Choice 2013

Participant “Simply Sumter” Tasting 2013 Participant “9th, 10th, 11th Annual “Villages Taste of Class” 2013, 2014, 2015. The latter two years, Eaton’s Beach awarded “Best Overall”

Private Invite/Participant “Taste of Ocala” Eaton’s Beach awarded “Best in Taste” and “Best Overall” 2015, 2016

Host in charity events, including Toys for Tots, Wounded Warrior Project, Susan B Komen for the Cure, Operation Shoebox, SPCA Yappy Hour, and many local fundraising and philanthropic events.

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