Yasu Collazo
Free Lance Chef
Bronx, NY *****
***********@*****.***
I wish to apply my skills and experiences in a kitchen where I can continue to teach as well as learn. Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Catering Chef
Gavin Mc Laughlin Events - NY
November 2022 to Present
Private event catering, butchering, preparation of family style and plated dining. Cocktail parties. Catering Chef
Love U Like Catering - NY
July 2021 to Present
Production catering, preparation and packaging of individual healthy meals. Cocktail parties, weddings and private events.
Executive Chef/Owner
City Life Catering - Bronx, NY
April 2016 to November 2022
Responsibilities:
Menu planning and development. Execution of catering functions. This was my personal small business. Kitchen Manager
Baldor Specialty Foods - Bronx, NY
April 2021 to August 2022
Responsible for 24 hr operations. Daily menu planning, in office catering, sales reports monthly inventory, purchasing, new hire training, scheduling, interviewing and quarterly P&L reviews. Catering Chef
Eurest-Compass-USA - Tarrytown, NY
April 2019 to June 2020
Here I was responsible for production of hot food catering, overseeing cold prep, assisting market place during service and weekly inventory. During my time with Eurest I had the opportunity to experience several training courses and certifications.
Chef
Baldor Specialty Foods - Sous, 10474, ES
March 2017 to April 2019
Responsibilities:
Supervise daily operations, Monthly inventory, menu planning and production. Commissary Supervisor
Barilla Restaurants - N.Y, N.Y
November 2016 to March 2017
Responsibilities:
Supervised all commissary production and shipping for all three N.Y.C restaurants. I also conducted weekly inventory of product. Executive Sous Chef
Sips and Bites Catering - Williamsburg, NY
April 2013 to August 2016
Responsibilities:
Execution and management of events, scheduling, and preparation. I also ran sandwich shop in Brooklyn for my last year with company.
Sous Chef
Gourmet Dining Services Manhattan College - Riverdale, NY April 2011 to April 2013
Responsibilities:
Supervised daily operations of all natural café concept. I also managed special functions as well as, exhibition station. Scheduling, ordering, and inventory. Truck Driver
Summit Appliances - Bronx, NY
November 2009 to February 2011
Responsibilities:
Operated 36 ft. Box truck manual transmission and delivered appliances throughout N.Y and N.J Rounds Chef
N.Y.Y Steak Yankee Stadium
March 2009 to February 2011
Responsibilities:
Following the grand opening, I supervised prep staff and filled in on kitchen line when needed. Trained new employees as well as, conduct weekly inventory. ( fine dining atmosphere) Executive Sous Chef
Aramark
January 2008 to March 2009
Responsibilities:
Preparation and cooking for executive dining. Supervised and trained staff during service. Scheduling and weekly inventory.
Rounds Chef
The Hartford Club - Hartford, CT
July 2007 to January 2008
Responsibilities:
Preparation and cooking on line when needed. Execution of private functions and parties.
( fine dining)
Sous Chef
The Emperor - Hartford, CT
July 2006 to July 2007
Opened restaurant
( fine dining )
Jr. Sous Chef
Feng Asian Bistro - Hartford, CT
June 2006 to July 2007
Opened restaurant
Line Cook
Bubba Gump Shrimp Co - N.Y, N.Y, US
April 2005 to June 2006
Line cook
Perkins Restaurant - Orlando, FL
April 2003 to July 2005
Truck driver
RRR 's Furniture - Apopka, FL
November 2002 to August 2003
Breader / Line cook / Assistant kitchen manager
High Tide Harry's Seafood - Orlando, FL
August 2001 to March 2003
Dish washer / Line Cook
Sizzler Restaurant - Orlando, FL
July 1996 to September 1999
Cook
Wendy's Restaurant - Westchester, NY
August 1995 to June 1996
Education
Associate's degree in Culinary Arts
New York Restaurant School - NY
1999 to 2000
Valencia Community College
August 1996 to 1997
G.E.D
Educational Opportunity Center Of Buffalo - Buffalo, NY June 1996
Herbert H. Lehman H.S
1991 to 1993
Skills
• Customer service (Less than 1 year)
• Receptionist (Less than 1 year)
• Retail sales (Less than 1 year)
• Team building (Less than 1 year)
• Baking
• Cooking
• POS
• Line cook
• kitchen
• Menu Planning
• Box Truck
• Banquet Experience
• Culinary Experience
• Kitchen Management Experience
• Catering
• Food Preparation
• Food Production
• Meal Preparation
• Supervising Experience
• Restaurant Experience
• Time Management
• Labor Cost Analysis
• Food Safety
• Leadership
• Meat Cutting
• Profit & Loss
• Restaurant Management
• Inventory Control
• Kitchen Experience
• Food Service Management
• Purchasing
• Delivery Driver Experience
Links
http://Citylifecatering.com
Certifications and Licenses
food handler certificate
ServSafe
Driver's License