Seasoned, Global Executive Chef Leader
Resume:
Marion (Dino) Arriola
Passionate, spirited, and classically trained chef. Skilled in building
relationships and developing high-performing staff. Trained in operating multi-million restaurants. Leader of excellent dining experiences from restaurants in London, New York City, Sydney, and The Dutch Caribbean. 1042 N. Kedzie Ave, #3,
Chicago, IL, 60651
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EXPERIENCE
Benchmark Resorts, Chicago, IL —Task Force Chef
November 2023 - Present Day
● Travels from various locations within the US for various assignments
● Manage staff in procurement, production, and preparation in lieu of the Kitchen Manager.
● Maintained a safe and sanitary work environment conforming to all current standards and regulation.
Hyatt, Chicago, IL —Banquet Chef
May 2022 - October 2023
● Managed production of food for catered corporate meetings, private events, and weddings.
● Prepared meals with up to 5 courses for events with 200+ guests.
● Orchestrated new banquet concepts to streamline for efficiency. Benchmark Resorts, Willemstad, Curacao — Chef De Cuisine Permanently closed. Currently a SANDALS resort
April 2019 - April 2022
● Managed labour and operating expenses for flagship restaurant.
● Re-imagined flagship restaurant concept to appeal to local crowd through vendor support and sourcing.
● Reduced food cost by %4 by coordinating with local vendors.
● Created personalised menus for private dinners and anniversaries. Rockpool Dining Group, Sydney, Australia — Chef De Cuisine https://rockpoolbarandgrill.com.au/
October 2016 - November 2018
● Successfully opened 3 restaurants within 2 years.
● Spearheaded a 12M operation at Rockpool Bar and Grill, an Australian Steakhouse, led by celebrity Chef Neil Perry.
● Managed relationships with vendors to obtain fresh, quality ingredients at cost-effective prices.
STARR Restaurants, New York City, NY— Sr Sous Chef https://theclocktowernyc.com/
August 2014 - September 2016
● Successfully earned one Michelin Star within the first year.
● Managed 30 team members at The Clocktower, a British concept led by Michelin Starred Chef, Jason Atherton
● Coordinated with hotel management for successful banquet operations
SKILLS
Food Preparation
Cost Control
Knife Skills
Task Delegation
Banquets and Catering
Production Scheduling
Inventory
AWARDS
The Clocktower - 1 Michelin
Star
Rockpool Bar and Grill - 3
hats from the Good Food
Guide Australia
LANGUAGES
English (Fluent)
Tagalog (Native)
Spanish (Comprehensive)
The Social Company, London, UK — Sous Chef
https://www.pollenstreetsocial.com/
May 2012 - June 2014
● Successfully maintained one Michelin Star.
● Collaborated with 20 team members at Pollen Street Social, a British concept led by Michelin Starred Chef, Jason Atherton
● Delegated tasks in lieu of head chef.
Sunda, Chicago, IL — Chef Tournant
https://www.sundanewasian.com/
April 2009 - May 2012
● Member of the opening team of Sunda, a pan-Asian concept in River North.
● Cross-trained in all sections of the kitchen, including sushi.
● Trained new kitchen staff on proper cooking techniques and cleanliness.
EDUCATION
Kendall College, Chicago, IL — BAS - Culinary
June 2008 - April 2010
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