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Johnny R Uzcanga Oropeza

Hollywood,FL

Summary

Experienced and versatile chef known for creating dishes that impress diners. Expert in training and developing culinary teams to meet company standards. Skilled at anticipating ingredient needs and managing restocking to ensure a smooth and productive kitchen operation. Dedicated to maintaining high business standards.

Proficient in menu creation and modification, overseeing cooks and assistants, and controlling costs. A creative and artistic professional with extensive hands-on experience in fast-paced restaurant environments. Possesses advanced knowledge of pastry, culinary, and baking techniques.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Operational Chef

Takahlo Taqueria Mexicana
Medellin, Antioquia
09.2023 - 03.2024

Kitchen Assistant

LA RECETA Y CIA S.A.S, Il Forno
03.2021 - 04.2022

Chef

MIXTER, Centro Comercial y Empresarial Vizcaya - El Poblado
12.2017 - 08.2020

Academic Chef Director

Centro de Artes Culinarios Zi Teresa, C.A. Los Teques - Miranda
02.2013 - 10.2017

Chef

DELL' ACQUA, C.A. Carretera vía Cubiro Km 1. Lara
05.2009 - 12.2010

Chef

Independent Chef, Yaritagua - Yaracuy
02.2002 - 06.2004

Chef

Restoven de Venezuela C.A. Zona Industrial II DIAGONAL a SIDETUR Chatarra Procter & Gamble
01.2001 - 02.2002

Sous Chef

Hotel Cumanagoto Hesperia, Cumana - Sucre
01.2000 - 11.2000

Chef

Sipacomin C.A., Barquisimeto-Lara
08.1998 - 12.1999

First Cook

Cuevas del Guanche Restaurant, Las Mercedes - Caracas
05.1998 - 07.1998

Demi Chef

Hotel Hilton Barquisimeto, Barquisimeto- Lara
05.1993 - 02.1997

Collaborative Instructor

INCE -TURISMO, Barquisimeto- Lara
10.1996 - 11.1996

Cook

Le Bristo La Torre Restaurant, Altamira Sur, Caracas
10.1991 - 04.1993

Education

Master of Arts - International Chef

Centro De Arte Culinary "Zi Teresa"
Venezuela
06-2007

Master of Science -

Liceo Eduardo Crema
Venezuela
06-1989

Skills

  • Highly skilled and experienced professional in Culinary Arts and teaching
  • Extensive experience and knowledge of Mukimono Art (Fruit and Vegetable Carving)
  • Proficient in supply management and control
  • Expertise in cost analysis of food and beverages
  • Strong supervisory and personnel management skills; effective in delegating and monitoring activities
  • Proven ability to achieve team objectives
  • Excellent interpersonal relationships
  • Demonstrates seriousness, punctuality, and responsibility
  • Proactive and self-taught

Coursescompleted

  • Sanitary Fundamentals for Food Handling - ACCAV and LEG, 16 Hours
  • Creative and Scientific Fundamentals of Culinary Techniques - ACCAV and LEG, 16 Hours
  • Cost and Personnel Management Fundamentals - ACCAV and LEG, 16 Hours
  • Nutrition and Dietetics Fundamentals - ACCAV and LEG, 16 Hours
  • Food Preparation and Utensil Washing Workshop - DIVERSY C.A, 3 Hours
  • Hotel English I and II - Hotel Hilton, Barquisimeto, 30 Hours
  • Wine Culture - Bodegas Pomar, INCE, Corpoturismo, Hotel Hilton, Barquisimeto, 8 Hours
  • Food Hygiene and Handling - INCE, Corpoturismo, Hotel Hilton, Barquisimeto, 30 Hours
  • Basic Cooking - INCE, Corpoturismo, Hotel Hilton, Barquisimeto, 360 Hours
  • Teacher Induction - INCE Comercio, Barquisimeto, 60 Hours
  • Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced Conversational Hotel English - Hotel Cumanagoto "HESPERIA," Cumana-Sucre, 208 Hours
  • Food Handling and Hygiene - Instituto Nacional de Nutrición, 8 Hours

Education

E. B. "República de Ecuador", Liceo Eduardo Crema (1st to 3rd Year), Liceo Eduardo Crema (4th to 5th Year), International Chef, Centro de Arte Culinario "Zi Teresa"

Personal Information

  • Place of Birth: Caracas, Venezuela
  • Date of Birth: 09/24/73
  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: Venezuelan
  • Marital Status: Single

Languages

Spanish
Professional

Timeline

Operational Chef

Takahlo Taqueria Mexicana
09.2023 - 03.2024

Kitchen Assistant

LA RECETA Y CIA S.A.S, Il Forno
03.2021 - 04.2022

Chef

MIXTER, Centro Comercial y Empresarial Vizcaya - El Poblado
12.2017 - 08.2020

Academic Chef Director

Centro de Artes Culinarios Zi Teresa, C.A. Los Teques - Miranda
02.2013 - 10.2017

Chef

DELL' ACQUA, C.A. Carretera vía Cubiro Km 1. Lara
05.2009 - 12.2010

Chef

Independent Chef, Yaritagua - Yaracuy
02.2002 - 06.2004

Chef

Restoven de Venezuela C.A. Zona Industrial II DIAGONAL a SIDETUR Chatarra Procter & Gamble
01.2001 - 02.2002

Sous Chef

Hotel Cumanagoto Hesperia, Cumana - Sucre
01.2000 - 11.2000

Chef

Sipacomin C.A., Barquisimeto-Lara
08.1998 - 12.1999

First Cook

Cuevas del Guanche Restaurant, Las Mercedes - Caracas
05.1998 - 07.1998

Collaborative Instructor

INCE -TURISMO, Barquisimeto- Lara
10.1996 - 11.1996

Demi Chef

Hotel Hilton Barquisimeto, Barquisimeto- Lara
05.1993 - 02.1997

Cook

Le Bristo La Torre Restaurant, Altamira Sur, Caracas
10.1991 - 04.1993

Master of Arts - International Chef

Centro De Arte Culinary "Zi Teresa"

Master of Science -

Liceo Eduardo Crema
Johnny R Uzcanga Oropeza