Aarin Gordon
Ukiah,CA
Summary
Passionate cook with many years of experience working in fast paced environments. Prior work as prep cook, line chef, assistant kitchen manager and sous chef. Seeking a position where I can develop and excel while putting out the best energy for my atmosphere.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
The Golden Pig
Hopland, California
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Prepared ingredients and maintained kitchen cleanliness to ensure efficient operations.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely following health and safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to execute menu items during high-volume service.
Assistant Kitchen Manager/Line cook
Schats Courthouse Bakery & Cafe
Ukiah, California
01.2003 - 12.2008
- Prepared food items consistently following recipes and portioning, ensuring compliance with cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Reduced food costs by using seasonal ingredients, setting standards for portion size and minimizing waste. Also, created menu items which are still on the menu today.
- Oversaw inventory management and placed orders for produce, dry goods, fish, and poultry.
- Developed and priced daily specials while preparing up to fifteen gallons of soup, up to ten quiches, and a diverse range of catering options.
Executive Chef/Cafe Manager
Fetzer Valley Oaks Cafe
Hopland, California
05.2006 - 01.2007
- Attended two wine tours and learned a general perception on food and wine pairing.
- Worked catering jobs through Park Avenue Gourmet Foods for up to three hundred people.
- Managed Cafe staff by selecting, hiring, training, scheduling, supervising, evaluating and enforcing discipline when necessary.
Expedite/Line Cook
Captain's Table
Cedar Key, Florida
01.2001 - 01.2003
- Ran fryers, char broiler, prepared soups, and breaded & fried seafood.
- Developed skills in seafood preparation for diverse menu offerings
- Managed lower-level kitchen staff.
Education
Diploma -
Ukiah High School
UkiahLicensed C.H.M.T. -
Mendocino Holistic Massage & Advanced Healing Arts
Skills
- Catering
- Event coordination
- Food prep
- Food safety
- Hygiene standards
- Knife handling
- Sauces
- Fast-paced environment
- Team coordination
- Management
- Customer engagement
Professional References
Alisha McMinn - 707-272-9597
Mitchel Thronson, Ukiah Natural Foods 707-245-2221
Ellery Clark Catering 707-391-2172
Taylor & Chris (Ukiah Brewing Company) 415-292-9731
Timeline
Line Cook
The Golden Pig
08.2019 - 08.2020
Executive Chef/Cafe Manager
Fetzer Valley Oaks Cafe
05.2006 - 01.2007
Assistant Kitchen Manager/Line cook
Schats Courthouse Bakery & Cafe
01.2003 - 12.2008
Expedite/Line Cook
Captain's Table
01.2001 - 01.2003
Diploma -
Ukiah High School
Licensed C.H.M.T. -
Mendocino Holistic Massage & Advanced Healing Arts