Gabriela Ushinski
Alexandria ,United States
Summary
As an individual with many years of experience in the culinary field, I confidently bring various skills to fast paced environments and ensure that any tasks assigned to me are done so in a timely fashion as well as with the utmost quality. I'm confident in the work that I bring forth such as, but not limited to plate design, taste memorization, seasoning, flavor knowledge and above all providing the best quality of food. I strongly support farm-to-table techniques as this is, in my opinion, the best way for food to be served. I'm very personable and am able to form connections with people very easily. Cooking has always been a way for me to express myself and it will always be my biggest passion in life.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Sous Chef
Tasteful Affairs
Alexandria, VA
03.2023 - 01.2025
- Developed catering menus to exceed client expectations yet meet tight budgets.
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
- Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
Executive Chef
Hummingbird
Alexandria, VA
02.2021 - 01.2023
- Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
- Created new menu items, managed food expenses and supervised quality to ensure adherence to standards.
- Delegated tasks for kitchen employees and developed staff teams to streamline food preparation procedures.
Sous Chef
Sfoglini
Arlington , VA
09.2019 - 09.2020
- Supervised kitchen food preparation in demanding, high-volume environments.
- Conducted frequent line checks to keep food at proper temperatures in holding zones.
- Created diverse cuisines for full restaurant, special event, catering and tasting menus.
Education
Associate of Science -
Culinary Institute of America
Hyde Park, NY09.2016
Skills
- Menu Planning
- Order Management
- Restaurant Operations
- Safe Food Handling
- Cost Control and Budgeting
- Relationship Building
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Certification
- Servsafe
- High volume catering
- Management Class for new Managers
Timeline
Executive Sous Chef
Tasteful Affairs
03.2023 - 01.2025
Executive Chef
Hummingbird
02.2021 - 01.2023
Sous Chef
Sfoglini
09.2019 - 09.2020
Associate of Science -
Culinary Institute of America
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