About me
He is an experienced chef with 19 years in the Service/Hospitality industry, including 8 years in yachts’ kitchens, specialized in refined Italian and Mediterranean cuisine. He is adaptable and always eager to learn and grow, driven by a passion for his work. Working well under pressure, Giovanni is dedicated to achieving results as part of a team and fostering a positive work environment. He is able to maintain a high level of motivation and stay updated on the latest culinary skills and trends, built on respect and professionalism, enabling him to collaborate effectively with diverse individuals and teams.
Skills
Education
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I.A.L. Emilia-Romagna, Bologna, Italy 2007 - 2008
Catering Operator Course
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Milan, Italy 2019
Sous Vide Cooking Masterclass with Chef Marco Pirota
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I.P.C. S.T.A.R. “Michele Lecce”, San Giovanni Rotondo 2004
High School Diploma in Culinary School - Catering Technician
Experience
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Freelance 2016 - 2017
Culinary Consultant
Collaborated on restaurant concepts, themes, and menus, implemented budgeting and cost-saving measures, quality control, and staff training.
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M/Y Magari 43MT 2023 - 2023
Temporary Head Chef
Responsible for all yacht provisioning, galley operations, and providing various cuisines according to the owners’ preferences.
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M/Y Grateful 34MT 2023 - 2023
Solo Chef
Handled every daily kitchen process, menu planning, budgeting, provisioning, stock control, and ensuring quality control for the owner, guests, and crew.
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M/Y Med-Dooz 35MT 2022 - 2022
Seasonal Solo Chef
Managed daily kitchen processes, food stock, supplier relations, and developed menus and new dishes regularly.
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M/Y Cheyenne III 29MT 2020 - 2022
Solo Chef
Planned and directed food preparation and culinary activities, budgeting, provisioning, and stock control.
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Osteria Landskron, Basel, Switzerland 2020 - 2020
Chef de Partie
Managed the hot and cold section of the kitchen, ensuring HACCP standards and food stock management.
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M/Y Trinity and Owner’s Villa 28MT 2015 - 2019
Head Chef
Organized food preparation and culinary operations, menu planning, budgeting, provisioning, stock control, and maintaining a clean environment in the galley.
Expertise
Honors & awards
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Ambbassador of Italian Kitchen in the world 2018
Ambbassador of Italian Kitchen in the world
I got this award from the national association of popular tradition in Italy, for all the years spent abroad and sharing the italian culinary tradition