Javier Mercado
Executive chef
Reykjavík
Summary
Experienced with restaurant management, including overseeing daily operations and staff coordination to ensure smooth service and customer satisfaction. Utilizes strong leadership skills to drive team performance and maintain high operational standards. Knowledge of inventory control and cost management to support profitability and efficiency.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages
Work History
Restaurant Owner/Operator
La Cuisine Hafnatörg
Restaurant Owner/Operator
La Cuisine Hafnatörg
03.2022 - 08.2025
- Expanded catering services for private events resulting in increased revenue streams from off-site offerings.
- Creating menus and improving the food costs and quality of the products.
- Utilized data-driven decision-making to identify areas for improvement in restaurant performance metrics such as sales targets or employee productivity rates.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by implementing efficient service processes and training staff on exceptional customer service techniques.
- Bringing recognized chefs to make venues at the restaurant.
- Take care of the cooking and preparation of the menus.
Restaurant Owner/Operator
Tiki Taka Mexican Restaurant
02.2020 - 01.2022
- Managed financial aspects of the business including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporting to stakeholders.
- Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
- Sourced vendors, negotiated contracts, and managed efficient deliveries of high-quality supplies.
- Cultivated a loyal customer base by consistently delivering exceptional dining experiences that exceeded expectations.
Head chef
Center Hotels Jörgensen kitchen
05.2017 - 03.2020
- Management, accounting, preparation of menus and food. Management of the kitchen teams.
- Achievements/Tasks
- Contact: Jökull Alexander - 8229884
Chef de partie
Tapas barinn Iceland
02.2016 - 03.2017
- Preparation of the menu and developing of tasting menus.
- Achievements/Tasks
Sous chef
Piccolo Mondo Malmö
12.2013 - 01.2016
- Kitchen and teams management. Preparation of Italian fine dining cuisine.
- Achievements/Tasks
Chef de partie / part time
NOMA Denmark
06.2014 - 12.2015
- Preparation of cold station and grill. As well developing new dishes with Latin twists.
- Achievements/Tasks
Sous chef
Piccolo Mondo Malmö
12.2013 - 12.2015
- Preparation of fine dining Italian cousin. Kitchen management and support for the head chef.
- Achievements/Tasks
Chef de partie
La Cucina Italiana
02.2014 - 06.2014
- Preparation of Italian fine dining.
- Achievements/Tasks
Education
Photography and advertising -
Universidad del Valle de Mexico
Mexico02.2010
High School Diploma -
Instituto Culinario De Queretaro
Mexico 04.2001 -
Skills
Food presentation
Timeline
Restaurant Owner/Operator
La Cuisine Hafnatörg
03.2022 - 08.2025
Restaurant Owner/Operator
Tiki Taka Mexican Restaurant
02.2020 - 01.2022
Head chef
Center Hotels Jörgensen kitchen
05.2017 - 03.2020
Chef de partie
Tapas barinn Iceland
02.2016 - 03.2017
Chef de partie / part time
NOMA Denmark
06.2014 - 12.2015
Chef de partie
La Cucina Italiana
02.2014 - 06.2014
Sous chef
Piccolo Mondo Malmö
12.2013 - 01.2016
Sous chef
Piccolo Mondo Malmö
12.2013 - 12.2015
High School Diploma -
Instituto Culinario De Queretaro
04.2001 -
Restaurant Owner/Operator
La Cuisine Hafnatörg
Photography and advertising -
Universidad del Valle de Mexico