Experience

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  The Dancing Palate Inc.

  • Caterer/Private Chef/Owner

    • 1999 - Present

    Owner/Executive Chef(Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of the food and beverage operation. Monitor budgets, payroll records, and review financial transactions to ensure that expenditures are authorized and budgeted. Monitors compliance with health and fire regulations regarding food preparat...

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  Our Passion at the Trio

  • 2881 East Commercial Boulevard

  • Owner

    • Jun 2016 - 2017
    • 2881 East Commercial Boulevard

    Upscale casual dining in an intimate setting. Bring the flavors of the world with a modern flare to the Fort Lauderdale area.

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  Passion Restaurant Group

  • Manager

    • Jun 2015 - Dec 2015
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  Miami-Dade County Public Schools,

  • Theatre Arts Director

    • Aug 1998 - Jun 2015

    (Teach courses in the fields of Theatre Management, Acting, Improvisation, Directing, Stage Design, Costume Design and Set Construction. Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of the department, such duties and responsibilities include formulating schedules, fundraising, creating shows and pe...

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  Romano's Macaroni Grill

  • Line Cook

    • 1995 - 1997

    (Prepare, season, and cook dishes such as soups, meats, vegetables, or deserts in restaurants.)• Guaranteed proper food presentation according to restaurant standards. • Assured proper sanitation methods of prepared foods based on FDA guidelines.

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  Blondies Diner

  • Manager

    • 1994 - 1996

    (Responsible for the weekend breakfast and lunch shifts, as well as oversee all private parties on the premises. Order, track and maintain inventory as well as create work schedules for all employees)• Implemented and created new dinner and special events menu • Increased Catering and Special Eve...