Rick Pagliuca
Braselton
Summary
With 20 years of experience in the food and beverage industry, I've obtained the tools necessary to thrive in a commercial kitchen atmosphere from execution of cuisine for small dinners a la carte to large events and weddings. Other things include management duties such as scheduling, budgeting, inventory, food cost and cost analysis. I'm very well rounded and capable of doing any task put in front of me.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Chef
The River Club
12.2022 - 06.2025
- Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Delivered excellent food quality and maximized customer satisfaction by preparing meals according to customer requests.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, negotiating competitive prices on ingredients and supplies.
Executive Chef
Royal Lakes Golf and Country Club
03.2011 - 11.2022
- Collaborated closely with the Food and Beverage Director to conduct staff meetings and resolve service, product and personnel issues.
- Effectively managed and assisted kitchen staff in producing food for banquets, catered events and member dining areas.
- Expertly estimated staffing needs and adjusted hourly schedules in accordance with demand patterns, budget and local labor laws.
- Systematically tasted and smelled all prepared dishes, and observed color, texture and garnishes.
Kitchen Manager
Coo Coo's Nest
05.2010 - 01.2011
- Reduced food costs by 18 percent by expertly estimating purchasing needs and buying through approved suppliers.
- Collaborated closely with the Food and Beverage Director to conduct staff meetings and resolve service, product and personnel issues.
- Consistently kept a clean and safe environment by adhering to all federal, state and local sanitation and safety requirements.
- Established and maintained open, collaborative relationships with the kitchen team.
Executive Chef
Caruso's Italian Grille
09.2006 - 04.2010
- Systematically tasted and smelled all prepared dishes, and observed color, texture and garnishes.
- Expertly estimated staffing needs and adjusted hourly schedules in accordance with demand patterns, budget and local labor laws.
- Effectively managed and assisted kitchen staff in producing food for banquets, catered events and member dining areas.
- Regularly developed new recipes in accordance with consumer tastes, nutritional needs, and budgetary considerations.
Sous Chef
Village Green Catering
04.2001 - 08.2006
- Systematically tasted and smelled all prepared dishes, and observed color, texture and garnishes.
- Expertly estimated staffing needs and adjusted hourly schedules in accordance with demand patterns, budget and local labor laws.
- Collaborated closely with the Food and Beverage Director to conduct staff meetings and resolve service, product and personnel issues.
- Effectively managed and assisted kitchen staff in producing food for banquets, catered events and member dining areas.
- Ensured smooth kitchen operation by overseeing daily product inventory, purchasing and receiving.
Education
High School Diploma -
Gloucester High School
Gloucester, MA06-1999
Skills
- ServSafe certified
- Contemporary sauce work
- Strong butchery skills
- High volume production capability
- Focus on portion and cost control
- Inventory management familiarity
- Strong work ethic
- Team leadership
- Kitchen management
Timeline
Executive Chef
The River Club
12.2022 - 06.2025
Executive Chef
Royal Lakes Golf and Country Club
03.2011 - 11.2022
Kitchen Manager
Coo Coo's Nest
05.2010 - 01.2011
Executive Chef
Caruso's Italian Grille
09.2006 - 04.2010
Sous Chef
Village Green Catering
04.2001 - 08.2006
High School Diploma -
Gloucester High School
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