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Manuel Curatolo

mundelein

Summary

I have been enrolled in the Hospitality and Culinary Management program at the College of Lake County since August of 2023, learning and improving my fine dining skills. I have received certifications in management and food safety and have done so with passion

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pantry Cook

02.2025 - Current
  • Stocked supplies to maintain sufficient levels of food products at pantry station.
  • Cleaned and sanitized pantry station at end of shift.
  • Prepped dressing, vinaigrettes and accompanying garnishes for pantry menu items.
  • Prepared salads, sandwiches and desserts for restaurant guests and catered events.
  • Communicated with servers and chef to expedite food delivery.
  • Adhered to state and local health and safety regulations for food handling and sanitation.

Host/Busser

Beelows Steakhouse
09.2022 - 09.2023
  • Greeted and seated guests
  • Managed server sections and plotted reservations
  • Cleared and set tables once guests finished
  • Communicated with co-workers to create a positive work space

Front End Representative

Jewel-Osco
10.2021 - 01.2022
  • Worked with customers scanning and bagging various items
  • Solved issues/concerns brought to my attention by customers
  • Worked with co-workers to create a healthy, positive work environment
  • Modeled successful transactions with finances

Camp Counselor

The Art Room
08.2021 - 09.2021
  • Worked to create an entertaining and exciting experience for attending members
  • Kept a clean working environment to ensure safety and integrity in the workplace
  • Ensured attending members were kept on track and following directions

Education

High School Diploma -

Mundelein High School
Mundelein, IL
05.2023

Associates Degree - Hospitality and Culinary Management

College of Lake County
Grayslake, IL
04.2025

Skills

  • Computer Skills
  • Ability to Work Under Pressure
  • Ability to Multitask
  • Communication
  • Fast Learner
  • Team Player
  • Punctuality
  • Customer Service
  • Recipe execution
  • Food presentation

Certification

  • NRA Hospitality Marketing and Management 2.0, 12/01/24 to Present
  • NRA Hospitality HR Mgmt. & Supervision 2.0, 12/01/24 to Present
  • Serve Safe Certification, 12/01/23 to 12/01/28

Timeline

Pantry Cook

02.2025 - Current

Host/Busser

Beelows Steakhouse
09.2022 - 09.2023

Front End Representative

Jewel-Osco
10.2021 - 01.2022

Camp Counselor

The Art Room
08.2021 - 09.2021

Associates Degree - Hospitality and Culinary Management

College of Lake County

High School Diploma -

Mundelein High School
Manuel Curatolo