Nikolas Cvetkovic
French Cusine And Brasserie Kitchen Chef
istanbul
Summary
Dynamic kitchen coordinator with over 9 years of experience in culinary arts. Skilled in menu development, inventory management, and cost control, consistently achieving quality assurance and operational efficiency in fast-paced environments.
Overview
4
4
Languages
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Chef and Kitchen Coordinator
Cafeo Brasserie (Grignoux ASBL)
09.2016 - 09.2025
- Led the kitchen team in developing innovative menu items, enhancing customer engagement and satisfaction.
- Streamlined kitchen operations by implementing efficient food preparation techniques, improving workflow.
- Mentored junior chefs in culinary techniques, fostering skill development and team cohesion.
- Managed inventory and procurement processes, ensuring quality ingredients and cost-effectiveness.
Cuisinier
Les Jardins De Mon Pere
09.2010 - 09.2013
Developed expertise in French cuisine by working alongside chef Patrick Kleeblatt, an industry veteran.
Expanded culinary knowledge through focused instruction from a top regional chef with over 60 years of experience.
Explored the complexities of French gastronomy to refine cooking techniques and presentation skills.
Education
High School Diploma -
CEFA (Centre D'Éducation Et De Formation En Alternance)
Andenne, Belgium 04.2001 -
Skills
Menu development
Culinary innovation
Food preparation techniques
Kitchen workflow optimization
Mentoring junior chefs
Inventory management
Cost control
French cuisine expertise
Culinary presentation skills
Team leadership
Staff training
Quality assurance
Health and safety compliance
Client communication
Operational efficiency
Recipe standardization
Cross-functional collaboration
Budget management
Seasonal menu planning
Catering coordination
Supplier relationship management
Kitchen management
Team management
Menu planning
Waste reduction
Culinary expertise
Kitchen operations
Special event catering
Cost reduction
Ingredient selection
Fine-dining expertise
Grilling
Music (guitar, bağlama, church organ, piano)
Among the things I enjoy doing in the other half of my life are playing the church organ, which I graduated from school for, studying jazz guitar, and playing classical piano. Since the day I met my Turkish wife, I have been interested in the bağlama, an instrument with Turkish motifs.
Timeline
Head Chef and Kitchen Coordinator
Cafeo Brasserie (Grignoux ASBL)
09.2016 - 09.2025
Cuisinier
Les Jardins De Mon Pere
09.2010 - 09.2013
High School Diploma -
CEFA (Centre D'Éducation Et De Formation En Alternance)
04.2001 -