GUSTAVO CISNEROS
League City,USA
Summary
Over 25 years of experience leading high-volume culinary operations for major companies and high-profile clients. Proven track record executing VIP events for 2,000+ guests, managing teams of 50+ employees, and transforming underperforming kitchens into profitable operations. Bilingual and HACCP certified.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Chef
Blackhawk Country Club
05.2025 - 04.2026
- Lead culinary operations for private country club including fine dining, banquets, and member events
- Manage P&L, food costs, labor percentages, and mentor team of 12+ staff
Career Break / Professional Development
01.2023 - 05.2025
- Focused on personal and professional growth; available to discuss in interview
Executive Chef
Marriott - Energy Corridor
10.2021 - 01.2023
- Managed daily operations, menu development, and budgeting for hotel with 2 restaurants
- Directed team of 8 staff and increased sales through training and guest services
Executive Chef
Landry's
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Directed high-volume restaurant featuring American Cuisine and Gulf Seafood
- Redesigned menu to increase selections and spearheaded catering event for 2,000
Executive Chef / Personal Chef
South Shore Harbour Country Club & Chef Gustavo Personal Chef
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Managed daily culinary operations and personnel at country club with themed menus and P&L analysis
- Consulted with private clients on menus, dietary restrictions, and prepared food for weddings and social gatherings
Executive Chef
Sugarcreek Country Club
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Implemented HACCP temperature logs, standard recipes, and inventory sheets
- Negotiated vendor contracts to improve food costs and restructured dinner menu
Executive Chef
ARAMARK - Minute Maid Ball Park & Trinity University
01.2001 - 01.2008
- Managed multimillion-dollar contract at Minute Maid Ball Park generating $180K+ on game days; Executive Chef for 2005 World Series
Education
Associates Degree - Culinary Arts
Culinary Institute of America
Skills
- Multi-Cuisine Mastery: Classical French, Italian, Southwest, American, Continental, Asian, and Mexican
- Operations & Finance: P&L management, budgeting, purchasing, inventory control, vendor relations
- Compliance & Safety: HACCP and health/safety regulations
- Scale & Leadership: Catering for 2,000 — plus team training, menu development, and cost control
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
Executive Chef
Blackhawk Country Club
05.2025 - 04.2026
Career Break / Professional Development
01.2023 - 05.2025
Executive Chef
Marriott - Energy Corridor
10.2021 - 01.2023
Executive Chef
Landry's
01.2016 - 01.2020
Executive Chef / Personal Chef
South Shore Harbour Country Club & Chef Gustavo Personal Chef
01.2012 - 01.2016
Executive Chef
Sugarcreek Country Club
01.2008 - 01.2011
Executive Chef
ARAMARK - Minute Maid Ball Park & Trinity University
01.2001 - 01.2008
Associates Degree - Culinary Arts
Culinary Institute of America