Johan Ramirez
Don Julio Restaurant Group
2
Languages
3
years of professional experience
Dynamic Corporate Chef with expertise in multi-unit restaurant operations, culinary product development, strategic purchasing, inventory planning, and supplier relationship management. Experienced in evaluating products, comparing pricing, negotiating with foodservice distributors, and identifying solutions based on quality, cost, availability, and customer needs. Combines firsthand knowledge of restaurant operations with strong communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills to transition successfully into a consultative sales role within the food-distribution industry.
Work History
Corporate Chef
1 Year 4 Months- Developed and implemented signature and innovative menu items featuring regional cuisine and seasonal ingredients to strengthen guest satisfaction and repeat business.
- Collaborated with management to create cohesive dining experiences that align with brand identity, operation goals, and customer preferences.
- Oversaw culinary operations across three restaurant locations, partnering with management to maintain consistent food safety, quality control, and product standards.
- Developed a strong understanding of restaurant purchasing needs and decision-making, including product quality, consistency, pricing, delivery reliability, and customer service.
- Built trusted relationships with multiple foodservice distributors, negotiated pricing, and optimized inventory management through strategic purchasing and demand planning.
- Managed multiple vendor ordering and food distribution platforms to compare products, pricing, availability, and delivery schedules; coordinated purchasing across suppliers, strengthened vendor relationships, and made strategic sourcing decisions that reduced costs while maintaining consistent quality and inventory levels.
- Used strategic purchasing, demand planning, and inventory analysis to generate substantial cost savings, reduce waste, and maintain appropriate inventory levels.
Kitchen Manager
1 Year 3 Months- Led and trained a kitchen team of 24, mentoring staff on best practices and operational standards to strengthen communication and leadership across the team.
- Analyzed customer feedback to drive menu enhancements and improve guest satisfaction.
- Collaborated with management to develop strategies for increasing restaurant profitability.
- Maintained meticulous records of health inspections, consistently achieving high scores.
- Resolved guest complaints and special dietary requests in real time, coordinating directly with front-of-house staff to turn potential issues into positive dining experiences
Line Cook
6 Months- Promoted from Line Cook to Kitchen Manager within six months in recognition of technical skill, reliability, and leadership potential.
- Boosted employee morale through positive attitude, willingness to assist others when needed.
- Redesigned prep workflows and station setups, streamlining service and improving kitchen throughput during rush periods.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline kitchen operations and improve service efficiency.
Kitchen Manager
4 Months- Oversaw daily kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations to maintain a safe cooking environment.
- Trained and mentored kitchen staff to enhance skills and teamwork, contributing to a more efficient kitchen operation.
- Managed inventory control, optimizing stock levels to reduce waste and ensure ingredient availability.
- Managed inventory control to maintain optimal stock levels, minimizing waste and securing ingredient availability.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
- Relevant Coursework: Completed professional development coursework in enology and wine studies, mixology, bartending, and barista techniques.
Skills
Guest experiences
Sanitation standards
Foodservice Product Knowledge
Consultative Product Recommendations
Foodservice Distributor Platforms
Supplier and Vendor Relationship Management
Pricing and Product Comparisons
Inventory Optimization and Demand Planning
Team Leadership and Staff Training
Spanish-Language Customer Support
Kitchen management
Menu Development Strategies
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Corporate Chef
Don Julio Restaurant Group
03.2025 - 07.2026Read More
Kitchen Manager
Don Julio Restaurant Group
12.2023 - 03.2025Read More
Line Cook
Don Julio Restaurant Group
06.2023 - 12.2023Read More
Kitchen Manager
Batyas Kitchen
01.2023 - 05.2023Read More
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