Gherardo Banchi
Cuoco
Pistoia
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with experience at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, excelling in high-end catering services. Proven ability in food preparation and attention to detail, successfully managing a canteen for over 300 guests daily. Strong collaborative mindset and teamwork skills developed in fast-paced kitchen environments, specializing in diverse cuisines.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Extra Cook
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
Florence, Italy
10.2023 - 03.2025
- Prepared high-end Sunday brunches, working with a variety of ingredients including raw seafood, meats, vegetarian and vegan products.
- Gained solid knowledge of food storage and best preservation practices, following hygiene and safety standards.
- Assisted in setting up and managing a canteen service catering to over 300 people daily, ensuring smooth and timely service.
- Developed strong teamwork skills, collaborating effectively in a large kitchen brigade under pressure.
Commis Chef
Le Officine Delle Carni
Pistoia, Italy
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Gained experience working with both raw and cooked meats, and managing the preparation and plating of entrées during service.
- Learned how to make fresh pasta from scratch, along with a variety of sauces to pair with different types of pasta.
Commis Chef
Fattoria La Principina
Grosseto, Italy
06.2021 - 08.2021
- First hands-on kitchen experience, where I learned to work efficiently under pressure and developed the ability to collaborate as part of a professional kitchen team.
- Specialised in pasta dishes, taking responsibility for both preparation and plating during high-paced dinner service. Lunch shifts were generally calmer and focused on mise en place for the evening.
- Built strong teamwork and communication skills, thriving in high-pressure environments and adapting to different kitchen setups and roles as needed.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hospitality And Culinary Arts Diploma
Montecatini Terme, Pistoia 09.2018 - 06.2023
Skills
Catering service
Collaborative mindset
Food preparation
Attention to detail
Culinary techniques
Food safety
Time management
Timeline
Extra Cook
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
10.2023 - 03.2025
Commis Chef
Le Officine Delle Carni
06.2022 - 07.2022
Commis Chef
Fattoria La Principina
06.2021 - 08.2021
High School Diploma -
Hospitality And Culinary Arts Diploma
09.2018 - 06.2023
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