Sergey Vatmahter is a Latvian chef with over 15 years of experience working in kitchens in Italy, France, Ireland, Israel, and Latvia. He has held positions including head chef, kitchen manager, and chef. His experience ranges from high quality Irish restaurants to working in Italy, France, and Israel. He is organized, enthusiastic, hardworking, and able to adapt to new situations.
1. Curriculum Vitae
Sergey Vatmahter
Dublin.1
Tel: 0857207307
serzhvat@gmail.com
Date of Birth: 2nd
October 1982
Nationality: Latvian
Profile
More than 15 years in different roles and always busy kitchens •Passion for food and good team
work •4 years work in Italy ( Veneto, Lazio, Abruzzo),France (Nice, Monaco), learning from top
level local chefs and original recipes •4 Years in high quality Irish food restaurants, knowledge of
local products and tastes •Organized, enthusiastic and hardworking individual •Able to adapt to
new situations and apply knowledge and skills I have gained in previous positions •Honest,
responsible and trustworthy •I work very well as part of a team and also on my own initiative
•Cooking at home and organising private events / dinners • It's not just a job for me but part of
me.
Employment
Broadline recruitments releaf chef in high level locations (Curent position)
Lou pastrouil Nice, France
Head chef, kitchen manager. March 2015-November 2015
Kitchen management, menu developing, staff hiring and training.
Step One Recruitment Solutions – Dublin, Ireland
Various Top Positions, May 2014 – December 2014
Head Chef / Restaurant Manager / Line Manager / Supervisor / Problem Resolution
Soulful Bistro and Coffe House – Dublin Ireland
Head Chef, January 2014 – May 2014
Management of the kitchen / Staff interview and training / Menu control, stock rotation, food cost
control
Frangos World Cuisine – Dublin, Ireland
Chef, April 2012 – November 2013
Food and HCCP control / Steak section / Lunch / Carvery preparation
La Vida Nova Restaurant – Venice, Italy
Head Chef, July 2010 – March 2012
All aspects of kitchen management / Menu preparation
Bam Bam Restaurant – Martinsicuro, Italy
Grill Chef, March 2009 – July 2010
Managing the grill section / Preparing food for over 1,200 customers
Pacinos Restaurant – Dublin, Ireland
Head Chef, August 2007 – January 2009
Kitchen management / Food and menu preparation / Staff supervision / Placing orders
2. Little Prague Czech Restaurant – Tel Aviv, Israel
Shift Supervisor, May 2005 – June 2007
Leading the kitchen / Managing the busy evening shift
Cantina / Rustiko Italian Restauran – Tel Aviv, Israel
Chef, April 2003 – May 2005
Food preparation and service
Paradise Hotel – Dublin, Ireland
Chef, Aug 2001 – Feb 2003
Preparation of food for evening functions, parties and big events
Education / Further Training
College of Cinematography Tel Aviv, Israel
Cinematography January 2004 – December 2007
High School Riga, Latvia
Leaving Certificate Sept1989 – Jun 2001
Additional Information
Languages:
English Fluent
French Basic
Italian Fluent
Russian Native
Latvian Passable
Computers: MS Windows, MS Word, Internet, E-mail
Other skills:
Irish traditional food
Italian Cuisine (Abruzzo, Veneto Special)
French Cuisine
Arabic Cuisine
Spanish tapas
European Cuisine
Grill, fish and meal preparation
Menu preparation
HACCP Certificate (Italian)
Hobbies / Interests
Always active, full of energy, curious and with passion for life. I’m into active sports such as
hiking, cycling; swimming as well as practices as yoga and meditation. I love traveling and this
passion has fueled my knowledge of different cuisines and cultures. The passion for psychology,
philosophy and analysis has made me adaptable and both a great team player and a manager.