Executive Chef D C

Catarina Leanne Triacca

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Herndon, VA 20171 • 407-***-****

Executive Chef

Certified culinary professional with demonstrated catering, culinary, and event management experience in compliance with quality, safety, and hygiene standards.

Notable history of food preparation and kitchen management within luxury international brands. Expertise in creating spectacular dishes by refining art of cooking, developing impressive menus, and preparing culinary dishes influenced by culturally diverse regions around the globe to provide a memorable dining experience for guests. Extremely organized, highly skilled in areas of kitchen operation, food presentation, baking, culinary discipline/techniques, menu planning, food station setup, labor/food costs, inventory, food handling procedures, and sanitation. Adept at maintaining uncompromising standards for quality by obtaining freshest and highest quality ingredients. Versatile leader able to communicate requirements for immediate action to employees at all levels. Expert at delivering advanced training in culinary arts skills for professional development of employees.

Areas of Expertise

•Culinary Management

•Kitchen Hygiene

•Food Safety & Sanitation

•Menu Design & Development

•Specialty Cuisine and Presentation

•Guest & Customer Satisfaction

•Health & Safety Compliance

•Catering/ Banquets/ Events

•Financial Planning & Analysis

Career Experience

Camp Akeela Thetford Center, VT 8/2017 – Present

Executive Chef

Direct all facets of summer camp kitchen three months of year to deliver great outdoor experience for students. Provide high-standard services to customers for maximum satisfaction. Sanitize restaurant areas to maintain clean and healthy environment for customers.

●Developed diverse, international, and multi-culture staff base with people coming all over the world.

●Prepared breakfast, lunch, dinner, and three snacks daily in liaison with 250+ camp staff and campers.

●Supervise performance of 12+ kitchen staff members to enhance productivity and operational efficiency.

Chi Phi Fraternity- University of Florida, Gainesville, FL 7/2018 – Present

Executive Chef

Oversee daily operations of kitchens to maintain excellent record of kitchen management. Perform multiple functions for smooth workflow, including menu planning, food ordering, food safety, and kitchen cleanliness. Process invoices and manage budget for food and menu development.

●Created prompt, fresh, and quality menu for 125+ individuals to deliver memorable cuisine experience.

●Built strong business relationship with the brothers and the housing Corp.

Kappa Sigma Fraternity- University of Florida, Gainesville, FL 07/16-07/18

Executive Chef

Coordinated food preparation and culinary activities that meet quality standards. Maintained positive and professional approach with kitchen staff and guests. Obtained and evaluated feedback on food and service quality for continuous improvement. Resolved customer problems and complaints using analytical expertise.

●Cooked food for 100+ college aged men; preparing nine meals a week within $1300 weekly budget.

●Introduced new recipes and selected plate presentations for visual appearance and attraction.

Earth Fare-Grocery Store Gainesville, FL 06/15-07/16

Specialty Department Manager/Manager on Duty

Performed ordering, rotation, and maintenance of Cheese, Beer, Wine, and Coffee as acting Senior Cheese Monger. Played a side role in development and execution of events and demo coordination for store and on-site events. Ensured smooth running of administrative tasks, such as steering marketing efforts, completing paperwork, managing P&L, and overseeing STP and general errands.

●Earned a strong reputation by boosting and maintaining sales productivity.

●Performed duty for two to three nights in a week as a Manager, while supervising cash deposit and all facets of the store.

Education

Bachelor of Science – Restaurant Management (G.P.A. 3.68/4.0 Magna cum Laude)

Johnson & Wales University Charlotte, NC

Associates of Science - Culinary Arts

Johnson & Wales University Charlotte, NC

Licenses & Certification

ServSafe Manager Certified Current- 5/2026

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