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Dino Deluca

Dino Deluca

Pizza Maker, Pizza Chef
Pretoria

Summary

Pizza Chef with a proven track record at Brittany Forest Lakes, excelling in artistic menu development and cost control. Renowned for creating innovative recipes and enhancing customer experiences while training staff in food safety standards. Strong leadership and relationship-building skills foster a collaborative kitchen environment, ensuring high-quality service and product excellence.


Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Chef

Brittaney Forest Lakes
12.2022 - 06.2025
  • Pizza maker and chef
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
  • Dough preperation
  • New pizza topping ideas, to fit in with the season (menu planning)
  • Maintained strict adherence to health department regulations by enforcing proper food handling practices throughout the kitchen area.
  • Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
  • Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.
  • Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.

Pizza Chef

Classy Karoo
01.2018 - 11.2022
  • Managed high-pressure situations during peak hours, maintaining focus on efficient service and consistent product quality.
  • Assisted in inventory management, accurately tracking ingredient usage and placing timely orders for replenishment.
  • Operated pizza oven and other kitchen equipment safely to protect team members from harm and equipment from damage.
  • Wiped down counters and food prep stations using bleach and clean cloths.
  • Reduced food waste by efficiently managing pizza ingredients and rotating stock regularly.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing concerns promptly and ensuring positive experiences for patrons.
  • Created specialty pizzas to diversify menu and promote restaurant.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve workflow efficiency and overall kitchen performance.
  • Trained new staff members in proper pizza preparation techniques, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Rolled and shaped dough to correct sizes and shapes based on orders to fit in oven and cook evenly.
  • Monitored and maintained clean working areas and cooking surfaces.
  • Coached new workers on store policies, pizza making, and dough preparation.
  • Tracked inventory of ingredients and supplies to keep kitchen well stocked and meet product and service demands.

Education

High School Diploma -

Florida Park High School
Florida Jhb
04.2001 -

Skills

    Experience with food safety standards

    Artistic menu development

    Assessment of team performance

    Kitchen management

    Inventory rotation

    Staff training

    Ingredient sourcing

    Team management

    Recipe creation

    Cost control and budgeting

    Menu planning

    Signature dish creation

    Sanitation standards

    Purchasing

    Food presentation

    Leadership qualities

    Problem and complaint resolution

    Relationship building

Timeline

Head Chef

Brittaney Forest Lakes
12.2022 - 06.2025

Pizza Chef

Classy Karoo
01.2018 - 11.2022

High School Diploma -

Florida Park High School
04.2001 -

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