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Ethan Gurevich

Denver,CO

Summary

Highly trained culinary professional with a background in all things related to restaurants. Offering several years of experience working in successful establishments ranging from Line Cook, Sushi Chef, Kitchen Manager, and Executive Chef. My Passion for food and the restaurant industry is a core part of my identity and I am excited to continue building my career.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Chef

Sushi Ronin Denver
Denver, CO
01.2020 - 09.2024

I began my employment with Sushi Ronin as a line cook, and through the years I proved dedication to the craft and learning. I quickly moved to Kitchen Manager, then Sushi Chef, and lastly Executive Sushi Chef.

  • Sushi chef experience of 3 1/2 years and Executive Chef experience of 1 year.
  • Prepared various sushi, including sashimi, nigiri, and rolls.
  • Broke down several fish from Small Snapper to King Salmon to Bluefin Tuna.
  • Managed all inventory from physical grocery runs to communication with various sales representatives.
  • Created several recipes around fresh and seasonal ingredients.
  • Recruited and retained highly trained staff.
  • Cleaned, cut, and prepared various fish for sushi.
  • Organized the kitchen in a clean and sanitary manner to meet health standards.

Line Cook

Edible Beats-Root Down
Denver, CO
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
  • Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
  • Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
  • Ensured freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock.

Line Cook/Lead Kitchen Manager

Bread N Butter
Denver, CO
01.2017 - 01.2018

Prep Cook

Izakaya Ronin
Denver, CO
01.2017 - 01.2018

Line Cook

Qdoba
Denver, CO
01.2016 - 01.2017

Education

High School Diploma -

Lakewood High School
Lakewood, CO
08-2017

Some College (No Degree) - Business

University Colorado Boulder

Some College (No Degree) - Hospitality

MSU Denver

Skills

  • Making Food in a High Volume Setting
  • Managing a Team
  • Sushi Preparation(Sashimi, Nigiri, Rolls)
  • Experience in all Restaurant Stations(Pantry, Grill, Saute, Expo)
  • Expedite Tickets in High Volume Setting
  • Expert Level Knife Skills
  • Fish Breakdown including Bluefin Tuna
  • Purchasing
  • Portion and Cost Control
  • Staff Supervision
  • Guest Engagement
  • Food Safety
  • Effective Communication with a Team
  • Japanese Cuisine
  • French Cuisine
  • New American Cuisine
  • Sanitation Practices
  • Ingredient Selection
  • Recipe Creation
  • Sanitation (ServSafe Certified)
  • Stock Rotation
  • Inventory Management
  • Menu development

Languages

Spanish
Professional

Affiliations

  • Loves to Cook at home
  • Loves to try new restauraunts to further education

Timeline

Executive Chef

Sushi Ronin Denver
01.2020 - 09.2024

Line Cook

Edible Beats-Root Down
01.2018 - 01.2020

Line Cook/Lead Kitchen Manager

Bread N Butter
01.2017 - 01.2018

Prep Cook

Izakaya Ronin
01.2017 - 01.2018

Line Cook

Qdoba
01.2016 - 01.2017

High School Diploma -

Lakewood High School

Some College (No Degree) - Business

University Colorado Boulder

Some College (No Degree) - Hospitality

MSU Denver
Ethan Gurevich