SERGIO CABRERA
Abu Dhabi,UAE
Summary
Accomplished culinary professional with extensive expertise in fine-dining environments, specialising in food spoilage prevention and cost reduction. Proven track record in team leadership and kitchen management, driving process improvements and enhancing menu planning. Adept at employee training and development, with a talent for signature dish creation. Committed to elevating dining experiences while pursuing innovative culinary solutions.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work history
Executive chef
ADNEC
Abu Dhabi, uae
2025.09 - Current
Co-Founder and Executive Chef
MOUZMARI
Abu Dhabi, UAE
2025.01 - 2026.04
- 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
2020.08 - 2026.04
- 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
2019.10 - 2026.04
- 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
2017.08 - 2019.09
- 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
2015.07 - 2017.07
- 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
2014.02 - 2014.04
- 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
2011.05 - 2011.09
Chef De Partie
"EL PEREGRINO"HOTEL RELAIS & CHATEAUX
PAMPLONA, SPAIN
2008.02 - 2009.05
Education
A-Levels - HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA
Instituto de formacion docente
Zapala ArgentinaInternational Chef
Azafran Gastronomy school
Cordoba ArgentinaSkills
- Food spoilage prevention
- Team leadership
- Fine-dining expertise
- Cost reduction
- Menu planning
- Kitchen management
- Process improvements
- Employee training and development
- Signature dish creation
Timeline
Executive chef
ADNEC
2025.09 - Current
Co-Founder and Executive Chef
MOUZMARI
2025.01 - 2026.04
General manager
THIS IS IT Cafe & Restaurant
2020.08 - 2026.04
Executive Chef
SAADIYAT BEACH CLUB ( ALDAR HOTELS & HOSPITALITY LCC)
2019.10 - 2026.04
Executive Chef
No 57 CAFE BOUTIQUE
2017.08 - 2019.09
Executive Chef
DIEGO CAFE , ALLIED BROTHERS CO
2015.07 - 2017.07
Chef consultant
Hotel Explora
2014.02 - 2014.04
Stage cooking
NOBU
2011.05 - 2011.09
Chef De Partie
"EL PEREGRINO"HOTEL RELAIS & CHATEAUX
2008.02 - 2009.05
International Chef
Azafran Gastronomy school
A-Levels - HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA
Instituto de formacion docente