david robbins
Naples, FL 34110 U.S.A.
239.247.2244 / chefdavidrobbins@gmail.com
Personal Statement
“Growing up on a small family farm in Hawaii has been one of the most wonderful experiences of my life. As a chef, whether I’m in Miami, Naples, New York, Lima, or Honolulu it has given me a unique appreciation and perspective for the places and people that produce our food. Working with communities and ecosystems in a sustainable format, truly is a win for everyone. // Art inspires me - being part of a team and creating something incredible together - is what makes it worth it! I know what it is like to work with world class ingredients, resources, and people; however, all of that is only complete with intense passion, a drive for perfection, and a continued desire to learn. " - Chef David Robbins
Social Media
Face Book: Chef David Robbins / LinkedIn - click here: David Robbins Professional Page / Instagram: ChefDavidRobbins
Work Experience
November 2018 - Current - Consulting Executive Chef / Director of Food & Beverage -Society Ft. Myers (Menus/Cost Controls/Banquet Program/Bar & Service Training/Marketing/P.R./Initiate SOPs/etc)
July 2017 - November 2018 - Executive Chef - Crave Culinaire + Venue Naples - (#1 Caterer Collier County by Gulf Shore Life) - Oversee F&B operations for all off-site private catering and in house events (up to 1,200 guests)
2016 - Current - ChefDavidRobbins.com (Consulting+Concierge Chef) Recent projects: F&B/Culinary aspects/tasks re: the design & opening of The Oyster Society (Marco Isle), consulting & training:Hamilton Harbor Yacht Club, Crave Culinaire, Venue Naples, Williams-Sonoma Waterside Shops (Naples), Private In Home Catering, etc - Naples, FL
December 2015 - April 2016 - Executive Chef - Stonebridge Country Club - Create new F&B program post renovation construction, including: Banquets/Social Events/Find Dining/Casual Pub/Golf&Tennis Food
July 2015 - December 2015- Executive Sous Chef - W Hotel & Residences / The Dutch / South Beach Miami
(Assist with overseeing & execution F&B operations related to KNR & Starwood, including multiple outlets + banquets / Executive Chef - Andrew Carmelini (James Beard Award Winner)
September 2014 - Stagaire - Blue Hill at Stone Barn Farms (#11 in World 2017/ James Beard Award #1 Outstanding Restaurant USA 2015) Pocantico Hills, NY
(Executive Chef/Owner - Dan Barber)
2014 - 2015- Executive Chef Consultant - Mereday’s Fine Dining (#1 restaurant in Naples, FL 2014 & 2015 - Gulf Shore Life Magazine)
Additionally: Opening of Mereday's Brasserie Coconut Point - Estero, FL
2010 - 2014 -Executive Chef - Fiddler’s Creek Club & Spa - Naples, FL (Sand Dollar Community of the Year 2012 & 2013)
(Responsibilities include: Interim Exec Chef Marco Beach Ocean Resort (AAA Four Diamond) 5 months -2011)
2007 - 2010 Executive Sous Chef – Fiddler’s Creek Club and Spa - Naples, FL
2006 - 2007 – Chef Garde Manger / Sous Chef -Naples Grande Resort – Waldorf Astoria Collection
(AAA Four Diamond) -Naples, FL
2005 - 2006 –A.M. Sous Chef – Fiddlesticks Country Club (Executive Chef Norbert Mess)
Additional Stages: Lima, Peru / Malabar Restaurante (Top 50 Latin America) / aMAZ / Senorio del Sulco
Awards + Accomplishments + Education
Featured Chef/Lecturer ECHO Farms International Farm + Food Festival 2018 & 2019
(Topics include sous vide / sustainable agriculture / vegetable forward cuisine / Food WastED )
Featured Chef at SWFL Food&Wine Festival 2018 & 2019 www.swflchildrenscharities.com
Co-host / coordinator HELL’S KITCHEN TAKEOVER 2019 Society Ft. Myers
Serviced high profile guests including celebrities and international corporate owners (names upon request)
Recipient of Gulf Shore Life Top 10 New Restaurants SWFL 2019 & Top 10 Brunch Spots - Society Fort Myers
Recipient of Gulf Shore Life #1 Caterer and #1 Best Menus 2017 & 2018 Collier County - Crave Culinaire - Executive Chef
Recipient of Gulf Shore Life Magazine #1 Restaurant Collier County 2014 - Mereday’s Fine Dining - Executive Chef Consultant
Recipient of Board Room Magazine - Gold Level Rating 2013 - Fiddler's Creek - Executive Chef
http://boardroommagazine.com/dc/dal_list.html
Winner of Sand Dollar Award Best of Class Community of the Year 2012 & 2013 - Fiddler’s Creek - Executive Chef
http://www.cbia.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/2013-CBIA-Sand-Dollar-Winners.pdf
Winner of "Community of the Year 2012" Naples Daily News- Readers' Choice - Fiddler's Creek
First Aide/C.P.R. Certified
Certified in Freeman Training Systems - “How to Train the Trainer” www.freemantrainingsystems.com
ServSafe Florida Manager Certified (expiration year 2023)
SCI Companies Certifications: How to Train Managers / Safety and Loss Prevention / HR Policy www.peoplehro.com
2010 - Current - Member of American Culinary Federation
2004 - Degree from Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) - Area of Study: Cultural Ecology
2002 - Current –Volunteer at E.C.H.O. Farms www.echonet.org (Educational Concerns for Hunger Organization/Farm)
Additional Professional Skills + Attributes
-Highly experienced in high volume dining - up to 5000 banquet covers per day
-Highly experienced with on/off site private catering / Fine Dining to BBQs / High Profile Corporate & Private Clients
-Highly experienced in Multi Unit Properties / Ala Carte Dining (all levels) / Hotel Banquets / Catering
-Positive/Motivational Team Leader
-Strong Computer/Photography/Design Skills
-Moderate Spanish Language Skills
Objective:
Enthusiastically seeking an executive position at an upper tier corporation in the culinary industry. With humility and confidence my goal is to be a life long learner while adding to your team with my talents and experiences. Beyond having a diverse range of excellent culinary capabilities, I have extensive team building, creative strategy, and leadership experience.
I am passionate and will deliver high quality results with consistency. Through an increase in: customer satisfaction, rate of return clients, and development of new business; I will be a valuable asset to your company and team.
Digital Portfolio Links:
LinkedIn: David Robbins Professional Page
FaceBook: David Robbins Public Profile
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