Oleksandr Kolotylo
Utrecht
Summary
Experienced with diverse culinary techniques and creating innovative dishes. Track record of fostering teamwork and maintaining high standards in fast-paced environments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Restaurant Maeve
05.2022 - Current
- Ensured consistent dish quality by closely adhering to recipe guidelines and presentation standards.
- Provided support in all areas of the kitchen as needed, demonstrating versatility and adaptability under pressure.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple stations during busy service periods.
- Rotated stock to use items before expiration date.
- Plated meals paying special attention to garnishes and overall presentation.
- Supported head chef in menu creation, incorporating seasonal ingredients for innovative dishes.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Optimized food preparation processes.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks.
Sales Representative
"Snack Lux"
04.2020 - 02.2022
- Enhanced client satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and providing exceptional service.
- Generated additional sales opportunities with upselling and cross-selling techniques.
- Expanded customer base through cold calling, networking, and relationship building.
- Increased sales revenue by identifying and targeting high-potential accounts.
Restaurant Manager
Cafe's "Mister Burger"
06.2018 - 03.2020
- Managed daily operations to ensure a high level of efficiency, consistency, and quality in both food and service.
- Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
- Met, greeted, and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
- Reconciled cash and credit card transactions to maintain accurate records.
Bakery Owner
"FransUA"
05.2016 - 03.2018
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
Department Supervisor
Pharmaceutical Factory "Zdorovie"
11.2010 - 01.2016
- Maintained stock of items, cleanliness, organization, and provided excellent customer service.
- Trained new employees on overall company and department-specific policies and procedures.
- Conducted performance evaluations for employees, providing constructive feedback and identifying opportunities for growth or improvement.
- Managed team of 12 employees, delegated tasks and held each employee accountable for completing assignments.
Bartender
Aurora 4* Hotel
06.2008 - 10.2010
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
Education
Bachelor - Business Management
Beketova University
Charkiv, Ukraine 06-2009
Skills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Customer service
- Knife skills
- Cooking techniques
- Food quality
- Kitchen management
- Food presentation
- Attention to detail
- Ingredient knowledge
- Food plating and presentation
- Sauce preparation
Languages
Ukrainian, Russian
Native language
English
Intermediate
B1
Dutch
Beginner
A1
Timeline
Chef
Restaurant Maeve
05.2022 - Current
Sales Representative
"Snack Lux"
04.2020 - 02.2022
Restaurant Manager
Cafe's "Mister Burger"
06.2018 - 03.2020
Bakery Owner
"FransUA"
05.2016 - 03.2018
Department Supervisor
Pharmaceutical Factory "Zdorovie"
11.2010 - 01.2016
Bartender
Aurora 4* Hotel
06.2008 - 10.2010
Bachelor - Business Management
Beketova University
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