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Itamar Bavly

Itamar Bavly

Tel Aviv

Summary

Dynamic cook with a proven track record at Santi, excelling in dish preparation and team leadership. Expert in developing innovative recipes and optimizing kitchen workflows, enhancing the dining experience. Skilled in staff training and fermentation techniques, fostering a collaborative environment that drives performance and maintains high culinary standards.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Sous Chef

Santi
02.2023 - Current
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
  • Maintained a high standards of quality
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Directed the activities within fermentation and production areas.
  • Head of Research and development in the restaurant
  • Oversaw producing of koji and koji-based products such as shoyu, miso, and garum
  • Worked alongside executive chef for innovation and testing of culinary items.
  • Directed execution of restaurant events, including creation of tailored menus.
  • Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.

Sous Chef

Mashya
04.2020 - 01.2023
  • Coordinated training sessions for newly hired staff.
  • Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
  • Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.

Skills

  • Fast learner
  • Excellent attention to details
  • Workflow optimization
  • Performance improvement
  • Staff training
  • Team leadership
  • Kitchen organization
  • Knife skills
  • Team player

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
Hebrew
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Timeline

Sous Chef

Santi
02.2023 - Current

Sous Chef

Mashya
04.2020 - 01.2023
Itamar Bavly