Eduardo Porlan
Helsinki
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals. Results-oriented with a passion for continuous learning and innovation. Known for leveraging analytical thinking and creativity to solve problems and deliver high-impact solutions in fast-paced environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
PS-Partnership Service Oy
Helsinki
05.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to ensure organizational growth and development.
- Managed the organization's financial resources and operations to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.
- Created a collaborative environment that fosters innovation and encourages employee engagement.
- Recruited, trained, mentored, evaluated, coached, and managed staff members to ensure success in achieving their goals.
- Developed marketing strategies to promote the organization's mission throughout the community.
- Promoted public awareness of mission through outreach, advocacy and online presence.
Owner
Iberikus Premium Food Co.
Helsinki
05.2023 - Current
- Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
- Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
- Created marketing campaigns to attract new customers.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
- Analyzed industry trends to develop competitive strategies.
- Created effective business plans to focus strategic decisions on long-term objectives.
Executive Chef
Helsinki Distilling Company
Helsinki
12.2022 - 01.2024
- Developed and implemented menus for multiple restaurants, catering events, and private parties.
- Directed kitchen staff in food preparation and presentation to ensure high quality standards were met.
- Supervised the selection, training, scheduling, and performance of kitchen personnel.
- Planned weekly production schedules to maximize efficiency while minimizing waste.
- Conducted regular staff meetings to discuss menu changes, special events, promotions.
- Maintained excellent relationships with local farmers to secure fresh produce for menu items.
- Designed innovative dishes that incorporated global flavors into traditional cuisine.
Executive Chef
Callicoon Hills, Columbia Hospitality
New York
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Developed and implemented menus for multiple restaurants, catering events, and private parties.
- Assisted in developing marketing strategies designed to increase restaurant revenue.
- Created new menu items, managed food expenses and supervised quality to ensure adherence to standards.
- Delegated tasks for kitchen employees and developed staff teams to streamline food preparation procedures.
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
- Managed kitchen staff team and assigned tasks for various stages of food production.
Executive Chef
Roots & Rolls
Barcelona
02.2019 - 10.2021
- Developed and implemented menus for multiple restaurants, catering events, and private parties.
- Planned weekly production schedules to maximize efficiency while minimizing waste.
- Maintained excellent relationships with local farmers to secure fresh produce for menu items.
- Tracked sales figures for each dish served in order to identify popular items.
- Assisted in developing marketing strategies designed to increase restaurant revenue.
- Participated in industry conferences and culinary competitions as a representative of the restaurant.
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
Executive Sous Chef
WNDRLX
St.Leonhard In Pitztal
04.2018 - 02.2019
- Ordered food supplies, maintained inventory, and managed budgeting of resources.
- Created cost-effective menus that increased customer satisfaction and profitability.
- Developed daily production schedules for kitchen staff and monitored performance to ensure quality standards were met.
- Supervised the preparation of meals to ensure consistency in taste, presentation, and portion size.
- Resolved conflicts between kitchen staff members and provided guidance as needed.
Sous Chef
Nobu Hotels
London
04.2017 - 03.2018
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate supplies on hand.
- Coordinated ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of food items.
- Assisted in menu development and recipe testing.
- Ensured food preparation and presentation met high standards of quality and sanitation.
- Directed kitchen staff in day-to-day operations including food production, sanitation, safety practices, and personnel management.
Chef De Partie
Hakkasan
London
01.2016 - 02.2017
- Michelin starred
- Organized the daily mise en place in order to prepare meals efficiently.
- Maintained accurate records of stock levels, ordering new ingredients when needed.
- Monitored food preparation techniques to ensure that high-quality products were served consistently.
- Managed inventory levels by tracking sales, rotating stock and replenishing supplies as needed.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Digital Interactions & Multimedia Engineering
Universitat Oberta De Catalunya
BarcelonaBachelor of Science - Telecommunications Engineering
Universidad Politecnica De Cartagena
CartagenaAssociate of Applied Science - Business Administration And Management
Business & Administration
Murcia07-2014
Google Data Analytics - Data Analytics
Coursera
San Francisco04-2025
Python For Data Science And Machine Learning - Data Science
Udemy
Online06-2025
Skills
- Growth management
- Quality Control
- Partnership Development
- Innovation and Creativity
- International business
- Strategic Planning
- Staff Management
- Data analysis
- Machine learning
- Python programming
- SQL databases
- Deep learning
Working field change
With a background in Telecommunications engineering and 20 years of proactive involvement in technology, I am now completing an Engineering Bachelor's degree in Digital Interactions and Multimedia Techniques. While I pursued my passion for cooking in recent years, I have always maintained a strong interest in tech and engineering. Now, I am eager to transition into a technology-focused career where I can combine my skills, creativity, and technical knowledge to take on new challenges and contribute to innovative projects.
Languages
Spanish
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Italian
Advanced (C1)
C1
French
Intermediate (B1)
B1
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Executive Director
PS-Partnership Service Oy
05.2024 - Current
Owner
Iberikus Premium Food Co.
05.2023 - Current
Executive Chef
Helsinki Distilling Company
12.2022 - 01.2024
Executive Chef
Callicoon Hills, Columbia Hospitality
05.2022 - 12.2022
Executive Chef
Roots & Rolls
02.2019 - 10.2021
Executive Sous Chef
WNDRLX
04.2018 - 02.2019
Sous Chef
Nobu Hotels
04.2017 - 03.2018
Chef De Partie
Hakkasan
01.2016 - 02.2017
Bachelor of Science - Digital Interactions & Multimedia Engineering
Universitat Oberta De Catalunya
Bachelor of Science - Telecommunications Engineering
Universidad Politecnica De Cartagena
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration And Management
Business & Administration
Google Data Analytics - Data Analytics
Coursera
Python For Data Science And Machine Learning - Data Science
Udemy
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