Arthur Gomez
Clovis,United States
Summary
Dynamic professional with 25 years of culinary and upholstery expertise, including leadership roles at Prime Engineering and Long Beach State. Proven track record in enhancing productivity and quality through innovative menu planning and process improvements. Skilled in team management and fabric knowledge, ensuring exceptional results in high-pressure environments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Sewing/Upholstery Manager
Prime Engineering
11.2023 - Current
- Supervised daily sewing operations to ensure efficient workflow and quality standards.
- Trained and mentored staff on sewing techniques and safety protocols.
- Managed inventory levels of fabrics and materials, ensuring timely supply for production needs.
- Followed sewing instructions and inspected quality of finished pieces to exceed customer expectations.
- Upholstered furniture according to customer specifications, ensuring high-quality craftsmanship.
- Operated sewing machines and hand tools to complete upholstery projects efficiently.
- Measured, cut and sewed materials to fit specifications.
- Padded seats and arms with batting and cardboard.
Head Cook
Long Beach State
10.2017 - 11.2023
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure adherence to food safety standards and operational efficiency.
- Developed and implemented menus that met dietary guidelines and student preferences.
- Coordinated inventory management, reducing food waste through effective stock rotation practices.
- Trained new cooks on culinary techniques and kitchen equipment usage for optimal performance.
- Collaborated with dining room staff to ensure seamless communication between front-and back-of-house operations.
- Successfully managed special events catering, coordinating with clients to develop custom menus tailored to specific needs.
- Increased efficiency in kitchen, introducing pre-prep system that sped up meal preparation times.
- Developed close relationships with suppliers to source best ingredients.
- Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
Culinary Cook
Disneyland Hotel
05.2009 - 10.2017
- Prepared and assembled ingredients for daily meal production, ensuring quality and freshness.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen areas, adhering to food safety standards.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, demonstrating proficiency in proper usage and maintenance.
- Collaborated with chefs to streamline cooking processes, improving overall meal delivery times.
- Implemented best practices for food storage, reducing spoilage and increasing ingredient usability.
- Demonstrated excellent knife skills when preparing meats, fruits, vegetables to ensure precise cuts for optimal presentation and taste.
- Adapted quickly to changing menu items while maintaining attention to detail in recipe execution during high-pressure situations.
- Successfully managed large catering orders for events such as weddings or corporate functions while staying within budget constraints set forth by clients.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary of Arts
Orange Coast College
Costa Mesa, CA05-1994
Associate of Arts - Fashion Design
Brooks College
Long Beach, CA06-1999
High School Diploma -
Fresno High School
Fresno, CA05-1987
Skills
- Servsafe Certification
- Cooking Expertise 25 years
- Knife skills
- Sanitation practices
- Food presentation
- butcher
- Pastry preparation
- Allergen awareness
- Culinary creativity
- Menu planning
- Dietary restrictions
- Upholstery/ Sewing expertise 25 years
- Pattern cutting expertise
- Expert fabric knowledge
- Management
Timeline
Sewing/Upholstery Manager
Prime Engineering
11.2023 - Current
Head Cook
Long Beach State
10.2017 - 11.2023
Culinary Cook
Disneyland Hotel
05.2009 - 10.2017
Associate of Arts - Culinary of Arts
Orange Coast College
Associate of Arts - Fashion Design
Brooks College
High School Diploma -
Fresno High School