Bianca Tarantine

About Bianca Tarantine

Accomplished and forward-thinking culinary professional with a rich background in menu development and food service operations. With a career spanning multiple years, I\'ve cultivated a diverse skill set that combines culinary creativity with strategic prowess. I thrive on the challenge of designing and implementing innovative culinary solutions that elevate dining experiences and leave a lasting impact. As a leader, I understand that success in the food industry requires not only vision but also effective execution. I\'ve proven time and again that I have the strategic planning and project management skills necessary to turn ideas into reality. Whether it\'s launching a new menu concept or overseeing the implementation of a large-scale food project, I\'ve consistently delivered on time and within budget. Leadership and mentorship are also central to my career. I\'ve had the privilege of overseeing teams of varying sizes, from small culinary groups to large staff of hourly associates. I\'m committed to recruiting, developing, training, and coaching these teams to elevate their performance and foster a culture of excellence and teamwork. I am always eager to learn the latest trends and best practices in the hospitality industry and apply them to my work. My goal is to exceed the expectations of my clients and guests and create memorable dining experiences.

Experience

1. Ec Hospitality Manager at Microsoft

   Compass Group USA

   Mar 2022 — Present · Atlanta, GA, US

   Culinary Excellence, Operations Optimization, Team Leadership,Workflow EnhancementAchieved consistent 4.9/5 ratings for food and beverage offerings as EC Hospitality Manager, enhancing culinary excellence while optimizing operations through improved procedures and collaboration with culinary experts.Implemented efficient inventory tracking sheets and optimized weekly liquor orders to streamline supply management.Orchestrated daily staff meetings to enhance workflow and foster seamless teamwork.Developed comprehensive catering reports, checklists, and SOPs to maintain operational excellence and ensure strict adherence to schedules.Proactively adapted offerings to align with evolving customer preferences and industry trends in the food and nutrition sector.Led daily pre-shift and departmental meetings to facilitate effective communication and align team goals, successfully planning, and executing special events and promotions to maximize customer engagement.Managed budgets of up to 800K meticulously, while closely monitoring expenditures to curtail unnecessary costs.Recruited, developed, trained, coached, and counseled a team of 5 hourly associates, driving performance improvement and teamwork.

Education

• Art Institute of Atlanta

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Culinary Arts Management

  2006 — 2009

• Georgia State University

  Bachelor's Degree, Nutrition Sciences

  2011 — 2016