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HECTOR GONZALEZ

Los Angeles,CA

Summary

Gifted Sous Chef with a creative mindset and innovative ideas looking for an opportunity in your establishment. Passionate individual creating healthy delicious dishes with a fusion for excitement. Adaptable Individual handling any challenge with a thrive to learn and teach to the best of my ability. 6-year background in high end catering companies for college fraternities and sororities, also highly experienced as a chef in healthcare facilities.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Sous Chef

College Chefs
09.2021 - 03.2023
  • Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
  • Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
  • Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
  • Delivered excellent food quality buffet style for up to 120 students with a 3 course setting in an elegant style fully garnished on chafer's.
  • Planned Diverse gourmet menus and a mix of cuisines such as Asian, Medditeranian, Mexican, Italian, and american to provide an exciting Diverse fusion for the sorority.

Head Cook

Pacific Convalescent Center
11.2015 - 05.2022
  • Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
  • Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
  • Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
  • Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.

Education

High School Diploma -

West Adams Preparatory High School
Los Angeles, CA
06.2013

Skills

  • Servsafe Certified
  • Food Preparation Supervision
  • Menu Planning
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Cooking Technique Demonstrations
  • Kitchen Equipment Operation
  • Catering
  • Dietary Requirements

Timeline

Sous Chef

College Chefs
09.2021 - 03.2023

Head Cook

Pacific Convalescent Center
11.2015 - 05.2022

High School Diploma -

West Adams Preparatory High School
HECTOR GONZALEZ