SERGIO CABRERA
Abu Dhabi,UAE
Summary
High-performing Head Chef offering 21 years of different types of restaurant experience. Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills. Talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work history
Co-Founder and Executive Chef
MOUZMARI
Abu Dhabi, UAE
01.2025 - Current
- Co-founded and developed the restaurant concept, brand identity & business strategy from inception to successful launch
- Designed and implemented innovative seasonal menus, integrating modern techniques with high-quality, locally sourced ingredients.
- Curated unique dining experiences that elevated the restaurant’s reputation, contributing to awards, recognitions.
- Implemented risk management strategies for financial stability.
- Directed recruitment procedures, assembling a high-performing team.
- Secured investment opportunities with compelling pitch presentations.
General manager
THIS IS IT Cafe & Restaurant
Dubai, UAE
08.2020 - Current
- Managed key stakeholder relationships for smoother project completion.
- Regularly reviewed performance data, driving continuous improvement efforts.
- Developed strategic business plans, enhancing corporate vision and objectives.
- Implemented rigorous financial controls, improving overall profitability.
- Identified new business opportunities, leading to market expansion.
Executive Chef
SAADIYAT BEACH CLUB ( ALDAR HOTELS & HOSPITALITY LCC)
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
10.2019 - Current
- Hired, trained, and managed all kitchen staff, including employee development, issuing disciplinary action, and conducting performance reviews.
- Achieved targets for personnel safety, kitchen sanitation, and proper food handling and storage.
- Set employee schedules and assigned tasks made arrangements for compensations packages for employees
- Supervising kitchen and staff to ensure safety and safe handling of all food
Executive Chef
No 57 CAFE BOUTIQUE
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
08.2017 - 09.2019
- Sourced local ingredients to use in cooking dishes appropriate for the season and to represent local events
- Monitored linework processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
- Forecasted supply needs and estimated costs.
- Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
Executive Chef
DIEGO CAFE , ALLIED BROTHERS CO
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
07.2015 - 07.2017
- Development and opening the first restaurant of Diego Maradona
- Hired, managed and trained kitchen staff.
- Achieved targets for personnel safety, kitchen sanitation and proper food handling and storage.
- Hired, trained and managed all kitchen staff, including employee development, issuing disciplinary action and conducting performance reviews.
Chef consultant
Hotel Explora
Easter island, Chile
02.2014 - 04.2014
- Support with new recipes, ideas in the menu development
- Kitchen staff training and food cost control in order to improve efficiency, organization and profitably
Stage cooking
NOBU
MIAMI, UNITED STATE
05.2011 - 09.2011
Chef De Partie
"EL PEREGRINO"HOTEL RELAIS & CHATEAUX
PAMPLONA, SPAIN
02.2008 - 05.2009
Education
A-Levels - HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA
Instituto de formacion docente
Zapala Argentina 2003
International Chef
Azafran Gastronomy school
Cordoba Argentina 2005
Skills
- Food spoilage prevention
- Team leadership
- Fine-dining expertise
- Cost reduction
- Menu planning
- Kitchen management
- Process improvements
- Employee training and development
- Signature dish creation
Timeline
Co-Founder and Executive Chef
MOUZMARI
01.2025 - Current
General manager
THIS IS IT Cafe & Restaurant
08.2020 - Current
Executive Chef
SAADIYAT BEACH CLUB ( ALDAR HOTELS & HOSPITALITY LCC)
10.2019 - Current
Executive Chef
No 57 CAFE BOUTIQUE
08.2017 - 09.2019
Executive Chef
DIEGO CAFE , ALLIED BROTHERS CO
07.2015 - 07.2017
Chef consultant
Hotel Explora
02.2014 - 04.2014
Stage cooking
NOBU
05.2011 - 09.2011
Chef De Partie
"EL PEREGRINO"HOTEL RELAIS & CHATEAUX
02.2008 - 05.2009
A-Levels - HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA
Instituto de formacion docente
International Chef
Azafran Gastronomy school
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