Gabriel E. Morales
Salt Lake City,UT
Summary
Passionate about my work and with a career in restaurants. I combine technique, discipline and creativity to deliver dishes that stand out both in flavor and presentation. I adapt quickly to different styles of cooking and enjoy working in a team to achieve culinary excellence.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Sauté Line Cook
Bambara Restaurant
Salt Lake City
12.2022 - 04.2024
- Responsible for fish, sauté and grill stations, guaranteeing precise cooking, consistency and presentation of haute cuisine dishes.
- Handling of advanced cooking techniques: sealing, sauce reduction, cooking point control and gourmet level plating.
- Coordination with the chef of departure and the rest of the brigade to ensure impeccable service times in tasting menu
- Daily mise en place management, inventory rotation and strict application of hygiene and food safety standards
- Contribution to the creation of new dishes and menu adjustments based on product availability and restaurant standards.
- Contribution to the creation of special dishes for holidays
Line Cook
Bar Nohm
Salt Lake City, UT
2024 - 2024
- Prepared ingredients and ensured quality standards for menu items.
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently, maintaining safety protocols.
- Management of fast cooking techniques such as sautéed in the wok, frying and griddle, adapted to an agile service.
- Daily mise en place control, turnover of fresh supplies
Garde Manger Cook
Catalina Restaurant
Santiago, Chile
02.2018 - 09.2022
- Managed inventory and enforced quality control while complying with international health regulations.
- Prepared and presented high-quality cold dishes with attention to detail.
- Trained assistants on mise en place techniques to enhance precision and efficiency.
- Achieved waste reduction through effective resource optimization strategies.
Host and Preparer
Q’Pinchos Restaurant
Venezuela, Maracaibo
07.2015 - 12.2017
- Adapted to various shift requirements while providing outstanding customer service as host.
- Supported kitchen operations through efficient food preparation and additional duties.
- Executed busser tasks to uphold cleanliness and organization in dining area.
- Developed skills in food preparation while learning diverse cooking techniques focused on street food.
Preparation Cook
Crêpe Station
Santiago, Chile
2013 - 2014
- Prepared ingredients for daily menu items, ensuring freshness and quality.
- Operated kitchen equipment, adhering to safety and sanitation standards.
- Supported culinary staff with additional tasks as needed, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability in various roles.
Education
No Degree - Systems Engineer
José Gregorio Hernández University
Venezuela Skills
- Detail orientation
- Effective organization
- Lifelong learning
- Client support
- Bilingual capabilities
LANGUAGES
English and Spanish
Timeline
Sauté Line Cook
Bambara Restaurant
12.2022 - 04.2024
Garde Manger Cook
Catalina Restaurant
02.2018 - 09.2022
Host and Preparer
Q’Pinchos Restaurant
07.2015 - 12.2017
Line Cook
Bar Nohm
2024 - 2024
Preparation Cook
Crêpe Station
2013 - 2014
No Degree - Systems Engineer
José Gregorio Hernández University