Michel Foligno

Experienced Italian pizzaiolo and chef with over 20 years of professional experience in the restaurant and catering industry in Italy and the United Kingdom. Extensive experience in pizza preparation, Italian cuisine, meat preparation and cooking, kitchen organisation and busy restaurant services. Having worked for many years in England, I am accustomed to international working environments and communicating in English.

Reliable, hardworking, adaptable and able to work both independently and as part of a team. Currently seeking a Pizzaiolo or Chef position in Norway, preferably with accommodation provided.

Chef at Café Montalbano (2024-01 – Present)

• Preparation and cooking of different dishes
• Organisation and preparation of ingredients
• Kitchen organisation and management
• Maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation
• Working efficiently during busy services
• Food hygiene and safety procedures
• Cleaning and organisation of the kitchen

Chef – Meat Section at Yannis Greek Restaurant (2022-01 – 2024-01)

• Preparation and cooking of meat dishes
• Grilling and cooking meat to required standards
• Food preparation and portion control
• Maintaining quality and presentation
• Working efficiently during busy services
• Kitchen hygiene and safety
• Teamwork and coordination with kitchen staff

Pizzaiolo at Deano's Restaurant (2019-01 – 2022-01)

• Preparation and cooking of pizzas
• Dough preparation and handling
• Preparation and organisation of ingredients
• Managing pizza service during busy periods
• Maintaining consistent quality
• Food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness
• Working independently and as part of a team

Chef at Fox & Hounds (2015-01 – 2019-01)

• Preparation and cooking of restaurant dishes
• Food preparation and organisation
• Kitchen management during service
• Maintaining food quality and presentation
• Working efficiently under pressure
• Food hygiene and safety procedures
• Kitchen cleaning and organisation

Chef at Oro Restaurant (2010-01 – 2013-01)

• Preparation and cooking of restaurant dishes
• Preparation of ingredients
• Kitchen organisation
• Maintaining food quality and presentation
• Working during busy restaurant services
• Hygiene and food safety procedures

Pizzaiolo at Gaja Restaurant (2009-01 – 2013-01)

• Preparation and cooking of pizzas
• Dough preparation and handling
• Preparation of pizza ingredients
• Pizza service during busy periods
• Maintaining quality and consistency
• Kitchen hygiene and organisation

Pizzaiolo at Beddini (2004-01 – 2009-01)

• Preparation and cooking of pizzas
• Dough preparation and management
• Preparation of ingredients
• Maintaining consistent pizza quality
• Kitchen organisation and cleanliness
• Working efficiently during busy services