Gerson Ramirez
Silver Spring,MD
Summary
Proficient Sous Chef highly effective at operating in fast-paced, demanding environments. Adaptable professional with success handling any challenge. 10+ year background in high-end restaurant industry. Adaptable and enterprising sous chef with solid industry background and proven expertise in building and leading successful teams. Talented problem-solver ready to back up fellow employees at any time. Gifted Sous Chef with undeniable talents in developing menus to draw in clientele. Passionate individual creating healthy dishes made with locally grown ingredients. Ready for new challenge creating tasty meals for successful establishment. Top-notch professional with expertise in menu development, kitchen management and staff training. Creates unique and delicious dishes while controlling food and labor costs. Collaborative and committed to seeking feedback from customers and staff to improve kitchen workflows.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
Metropolitan Hospitality
11.2022 - Current
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
- Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
Sous Chef
Matchbox
01.2017 - 11.2022
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Monitored food and labor costs to verify budget targets were met.
- Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Implemented food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money.
Line Cook
Founding Farmers
02.2015 - 01.2017
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
Education
Escuela Doctor Esteve
Honduras06.2007
Skills
- Inventory Management
- Cost Control
- Plating
- Customer Service
- Food Safety
- Food Preparation
- Menu Memorization
- Employee Scheduling
- Supervising Food Prep
- Mentoring and Coaching
- Ordering and Requisitions
- Safe Handling
- Cooking Techniques
Timeline
Sous Chef
Metropolitan Hospitality
11.2022 - Current
Sous Chef
Matchbox
01.2017 - 11.2022
Line Cook
Founding Farmers
02.2015 - 01.2017
Escuela Doctor Esteve
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