Jacopo Avigo
Bangkok,10
Summary
Dynamic Chef recognized for creating memorable dishes with fresh ingredients. Monitors and evaluates purchasing, staffing, production and inventory to control food and labor costs and waste. Maintains federal, state and local food sanitation and safety standards.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Chef
Ricci Italian restaurant & crudo bar
Bangkok
06.2024 - Current
- Creating standards menu, with cost
- Control the food wastage
- Training the culinary team
- Inventory and breaking record
- Hiring staff
- Design uniform and design kitchen equipment from pre-opening
- Hygiene standard with eco lab
Executive Sous Chef
Avani + Khao Lak
Khao Lak , Thailand
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Evaluated employee performance through monthly reviews and established corrective action plans when necessary.
- Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
- Oversaw the daily cleaning of all cooking surfaces, utensils, and equipment according to health codes.
Chef De Cuisine
Hyatt international
Dubai
09.2021 - 05.2023
- Managed all kitchen employees, including bussers, dishwashers and waitstaff.
- Observed food safety and sanitation protocols to reduce germ spread.
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
Chef De Cuisine
Marriott international
Chandigarh , India
06.2018 - 09.2020
Chef De Cuisine
Marriott suite
Pune , India
12.2016 - 03.2018
- Managed all kitchen employees, including bussers, dishwashers and waitstaff.
- Observed food safety and sanitation protocols to reduce germ spread.
Italian Specialty Chef
Top target
Spain
01.2014 - 03.2016
- Supervised specialty dish preparation to satisfy customer requests and cater to various dietary needs.
- Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
- Planned menus, ordered supplies and managed kitchen staff.
Sous Chef
Castello restaurant
Parga , Greece
01.2013 - 05.2014
- Conducted regular performance reviews with line cooks while providing constructive feedback where necessary.
- Assisted in menu development and recipe testing.
- Performed weekly inspections of all equipment for safety compliance.
Chef De Partie
Trattoria sapori
London , UK
09.2010 - 12.2012
- Plated dishes using tasty garnishes and sauces to appeal to and delight patrons.
- Purchased ingredients from local farms to benefit environment and reduce costs.
- Assisted restaurant in meeting financial targets by achieving food quality objectives.
Commis Chef
Ristorante ortica 1 star Michelin
Bedizzole , It
02.2009 - 08.2010
- Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
- Communicated effectively with the team regarding menu changes or special requests from customers.
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
Education
High School Diploma -
Alberghiero
Desenzano Del Garda 09-2006
Skills
- Business operations oversight
- Food spoilage prevention
- Food plating and presentation
- Signature dish creation
- Forecasting and planning
- Food preparation techniques
- Budgeting and cost control
- Banquets and catering
- Recipes and menu planning
- Food and beverage pairing
- Sanitation coordination
- Recipe management
- Order delivery practices
- Kitchen operations oversight
- Purchasing
- Allergy awareness
- Presentation management
- Customer retention
- Safe food handling
- Fine dining
- Food stock and supply management
- Staff management
- Food service safety training
- Team leadership
- Resource management
- Coaching and mentoring
Languages
English
Advanced
C1
Spanish
Advanced
C1
Italian
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Executive Chef
Ricci Italian restaurant & crudo bar
06.2024 - Current
Executive Sous Chef
Avani + Khao Lak
06.2023 - 06.2024
Chef De Cuisine
Hyatt international
09.2021 - 05.2023
Chef De Cuisine
Marriott international
06.2018 - 09.2020
Chef De Cuisine
Marriott suite
12.2016 - 03.2018
Italian Specialty Chef
Top target
01.2014 - 03.2016
Sous Chef
Castello restaurant
01.2013 - 05.2014
Chef De Partie
Trattoria sapori
09.2010 - 12.2012
Commis Chef
Ristorante ortica 1 star Michelin
02.2009 - 08.2010
High School Diploma -
Alberghiero