Nicholas Taormina

Experienced culinary professional with 10+ years in fine dining, upscale casual, and high-volume kitchen operations. Skilled in menu development, kitchen leadership, inventory management, staff training, and fast-paced service execution. Recognized for creativity, adaptability, consistency, and maintaining high standards in demanding culinary environments.

Line Cook at Bella Piatti (2024-07 – 2026-02)

• Executed high-volume service while maintaining consistency and plating standards.
• Managed station preparation, breakdown, sanitation, and inventory support.
• Collaborated with kitchen staff to maintain efficient service flow during peak hours.

Chef de Tournant at Bacco Ristorante / Casa Pernoi (2023-06 – 2024-07)

• Supported multiple stations and kitchen operations across two concepts.
• Assisted with private events, prep operations, and service execution.
• Maintained flexibility and efficiency in high-pressure service environments.

Chef de Cuisine at It's a Matter of Taste (2022-03 – 2022-08)

• Developed seasonal menu items and standardized kitchen recipes.
• Managed staff scheduling, sanitation, workflow, and kitchen operations.
• Oversaw inventory, ordering, and food cost control.

Chef de Cuisine at Pop's for Italian (2021-06 – 2021-11)

• Led day-to-day kitchen operations in a fast-paced Italian restaurant.
• Created menu features and maintained recipe consistency.
• Supervised prep, service execution, and staff performance.

Chef de Cuisine at Zerbos Bistro (2021-03 – 2021-06)

• Managed kitchen operations including menu planning and team leadership.
• Maintained food safety standards and efficient kitchen organization.
• Assisted with cost management and production planning.

Sous Chef / Line Cook at Milford House Bar & Grill

Sous Chef at Palate

Line Cook at Novi Chophouse

Sous Chef at C.A.Y.A Smoke House

Line Cook at Forest

Line Cook at Volare Ristorante