Gabrielle Muniz
Placerville,CA
Summary
Dynamic Sous Chef with a proven track record at Smith Flat House, excelling in innovative meal planning and food preparation techniques. Adept at training teams and enhancing kitchen efficiency, I consistently deliver high-quality dishes while maintaining sanitation standards. Passionate about creating exceptional dining experiences and accommodating diverse dietary needs.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sous Chef
Smith Flat House
Placerville, CA
06.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with Executive Chef to design innovative dishes for special events.
- Coordinated meal delivery with wait staff to ensure timely service.
- Maintained high standards of food preparation and presentation quality.
- Liaised with kitchen and front-of-house personnel to enhance communication.
- Trained and supervised line cooks to boost skill development and team performance.
- Oversaw inventory management and ordered ingredients to replenish supplies.
Sous Chef
Redhawk Casino
Placerville, CA
09.2023 - 05.2025
- Guided and trained less experienced cooks as lead cook.
- Conducted regular inventory checks to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Coordinated with front-of-house and catering services to ensure smooth operations.
- Prepared ingredients by cutting, chopping, and slicing meat and produce.
Kitchen Crew Member
Panda Express Restaurant
Placerville, CA
10.2021 - 06.2022
- Created welcoming atmosphere by greeting patrons warmly upon store entrance.
- Processed customer payments in cash, checks, credit, and debit cards with accuracy.
- Delivered food and drink items promptly to minimize customer wait times.
Crew Member
Chipotle
Placerville, CA
09.2018 - 10.2021
- Performed prep work such as washing, peeling, cutting meat and vegetables.
- Took orders, prepared foods and processed payments in full-service establishment.
Head Cook
Eskaton Village
Cameron Park
12.2020 - 04.2021
- Monitored nutrition, food allergies, and dietary needs for optimal meal preparation.
- Facilitated communication with kitchen staff to address inquiries regarding food preparations.
- Ordered supplies and ingredients to efficiently serve meals for 30 individuals.
Junior Food Technologist- Short Term
MealPro
Citrus Heights, CA
10.2020 - 12.2020
- Reviewed recipe plans to identify and resolve ingredient concerns before major production activities.
- Assisted in developing and implementing new quality monitoring protocols.
- Presented innovative flavors and enhancements for existing client product lines.
Internship Student
Food Bank of the Rockies
Denver, CO
07.2019 - 09.2020
- Developed functional solutions for nutrition labels, resulting in significant cost savings.
- Created process flow charts to enhance safety and prevent hazardous situations in kitchen operations.
Food Expeditor
Torchy's Tacos
Stapleton, CO
06.2018 - 09.2019
- Verified tickets to food orders and double checks modifications.
- Recorded and communicated ticket times.
- Communicated quickly with management for ticket issues.
Head Cook
Boys & Girls Club of Metro Denver
Ward , CO
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Executed daily food preparation and maintained strict adherence to meal schedules.
- Served meals, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks, to 100 campers efficiently.
- Prepared meals from scratch using fresh and healthy ingredients for campers and staff.
- Accommodated diverse dietary needs such as gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan, and nut allergies.
Internship Student
Kids Alive International
Constanza, DR
03.2018 - 05.2018
- Implemented 3-pot sink method, enhancing kitchen efficiency significantly.
- Executed FIFO system for dry storage and reach-in fridge, reducing food spoilage.
- Delivered breakfast and lunch to 200 students and 30 teachers promptly.
Prep Cook
La Vie Catering
Denver, CO
07.2017 - 02.2018
- Made all meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Dressed, seasoned and garnished appetizers and salads to prepare for food service.
Prep Cook
Denver Jewish Day School
- Managed the work and setup event.
- Maintained a safe and well-organized event.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Culinary Nutrition
Johnson & Wales University - Denver
Denver, CO08.2020
Associates of Science - Culinary Arts
Johnson & Wales University
2016
Skills
- Food service and planning
- Sanitation and cleaning
- Meal preparation
- Food preparation techniques
References
References available upon Request
Certification
ServSafe Manaager July 2024
Timeline
Sous Chef
Redhawk Casino
09.2023 - 05.2025
Sous Chef
Smith Flat House
06.2022 - Current
Kitchen Crew Member
Panda Express Restaurant
10.2021 - 06.2022
Head Cook
Eskaton Village
12.2020 - 04.2021
Junior Food Technologist- Short Term
MealPro
10.2020 - 12.2020
Internship Student
Food Bank of the Rockies
07.2019 - 09.2020
Head Cook
Boys & Girls Club of Metro Denver
05.2019 - 08.2019
Crew Member
Chipotle
09.2018 - 10.2021
Food Expeditor
Torchy's Tacos
06.2018 - 09.2019
Internship Student
Kids Alive International
03.2018 - 05.2018
Prep Cook
La Vie Catering
07.2017 - 02.2018
Prep Cook
Denver Jewish Day School
Bachelor of Science - Culinary Nutrition
Johnson & Wales University - Denver
Associates of Science - Culinary Arts
Johnson & Wales University