JORGE GONZALEZ
Miami Beach,Florida
Summary
Energetic Chef de Cuisine experienced in creating and executing innovative meals while collaborating with diverse teams. Delivered high-quality food through exceptional preparation skills and adherence to safe food handling procedures. Focused on efficient time management and effective problem-solving to enhance catering operations.
Overview
1
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Certification
1
1
year of post-secondary education
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef de Cuisine
Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants epic hotel
Downtown Miami, FL
02.2020 - Current
- Supervised kitchen staff and daily culinary operations, maintaining high food quality, consistency, and presentation standards. Collaborated with culinary leadership team on menu execution, inventory management, and food safety compliance to enhance operational effectiveness. Managed line preparation and kitchen service in a fast-paced hotel environment, optimizing workflow and service delivery.
- Led daily kitchen operations for Kimpton Hotels’ signature dining and banquet service.
- Crafted seasonal menus reflecting Kimpton Hotels’ boutique hospitality and local ingredients.
- Supervised line cooks, prep staff, and kitchen teams during service periods.
BANQUET EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF
ROYA L PALM HOT E L
03.2018 - 01.2020
- Managed kitchen operations for banquet events, collaborating with Executive Chef to plan menus, oversee staff, maintain quality, and ensure efficient service. Supervised food preparation and managed inventory while upholding safety standards and training staff.
- Supervised banquet, restaurant, and room service kitchen operations at luxury palm resort.
- Coordinated daily mise en place, prep schedules, and culinary station assignments.
- Trained kitchen staff on plating standards, sanitation, and recipe consistency.
SOUS CHEF
NAT I ONA L HOT E L
05.2010 - 03.2018
- Oversaw food preparation for banquets and special events while supervising kitchen staff to maintain high standards of quality and service. Developed the weekly schedule for a team of 10 and verified food safety certification compliance. With my knowledge of French-American, Italian, Asian, and Mediterranean cuisine, I worked alongside the head chef to plan menus and ensure proper sushi preparation
- Directed hotel kitchen prep for banquet and guest dining service.
- Supervised line cooks during breakfast, lunch, and dinner shifts.
- Coordinated menu execution with executive chef and service team.
Lead Cook
SHELBORNE HOTEL
MIAMI BEACH, FL
02.2008 - 03.2010
- Oversaw all elements of dinner operations, coordinating staff schedules and food orders. Furthermore, I directed banquet and brunch services to promote efficient operations.
- Supported Shelborne Hotel kitchen service during busy hotel dining and banquet periods.
- Supervised junior cooks on mise en place, plating, and line organization.
- Prepared hot and cold dishes to meet Shelborne Hotel quality standards.
Education
Bachelors - Culinary Arts
JOHNSON & WALES UNIVERSITY
NORTH MIAMI 09.2010 - 01.2012
High School Diploma -
HIGH SCHOOL: GUIDO FUENTES
CUBASkills
- Food safety compliance
- Banquet experience
- Banquet production
- Inventory management
- Inventory control
- Kitchen scheduling
- Staff training
- Staff supervision
- Team leadership
- Management (8years)
- Culinary innovation
- Cost control
- Supplier negotiation
- Procurement
- Service coordination
- Restaurant experience
- Hotel experience
- Banquet production
Personal Information
Title: Chef
Certification
FOOD SAFETY MANAGER 2028
LANGUAGE
Spanish, English
CORE VALUES
CORE VALUES: RELIABILITY, DEPENDABILITY, LOYALTY, HONESTY, COMMITMENT, CONSISTENCY, AND. EFFICIENC
PHILOSOPHY
DO NOT FEAR FAILURE BUT RATHER FEAR NOT TRYING
JOB GOALS
GIVE THE MOST EXCEPTIONAL FOOD SERVICE TO EVERY CUSTOMER
Timeline
Chef de Cuisine
Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants epic hotel
02.2020 - Current
BANQUET EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF
ROYA L PALM HOT E L
03.2018 - 01.2020
Bachelors - Culinary Arts
JOHNSON & WALES UNIVERSITY
09.2010 - 01.2012
SOUS CHEF
NAT I ONA L HOT E L
05.2010 - 03.2018
Lead Cook
SHELBORNE HOTEL
02.2008 - 03.2010
High School Diploma -
HIGH SCHOOL: GUIDO FUENTES