Juan Arellano
Santa Ana,CA
Summary
Highly skilled Executive Sous Chef with experience in managing culinary teams, developing innovative menus, and ensuring top-quality dining experiences. Strengths include strong leadership skills, creativity in menu development, and proficiency in diverse cooking techniques. Noteworthy impact includes elevating restaurant reputation through culinary excellence and consistently meeting high standard of food safety and quality.
Motivated professional dedicated to sourcing high-quality ingredients from local sources to drive farm-to-table menus. Proactive and adaptable team leader passionate about sustainable cuisine. Talented at creating exciting and innovative menus based on in-season ingredients.
Passionate Executive Chef skilled in menu creation, kitchen staff management and culinary direction. Creative and artistic professional recognized for upholding highest standards and developing compelling seasonal menus.
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Sous Chef
Balboa Bay Club And Resort
Newport Beach, California
07.2014 - 07.2022
- Created cost-effective menus that increased customer satisfaction and profitability.
- Performed quality assurance checks on all finished products before they left the kitchen area.
- Ordered food supplies, maintained inventory, and managed budgeting of resources.
- Implemented strategies to reduce waste and improve efficiency in the kitchen operations.
- Conducted regular staff meetings to discuss menu changes, operational updates, and customer feedback.
- Identified areas for improvement within the kitchen team such as training requirements or workflow adjustments.
- Assisted Executive Chef in creating new recipes while maintaining traditional favorites.
Cook
PF Changs Restaurant
Newport Beach, CA
01.2010 - 07.2014
- Tasted all prepared dishes in order to check flavorings, texture and presentation prior to serving them to customers.
- Ordered supplies as needed for the kitchen.
- Inspected kitchens for sanitary conditions before the start of each shift.
- Performed basic administrative duties such as inventory management, ordering supplies.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Provided guidance to junior cooks regarding food preparation methods and techniques.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or services provided.
Cook Supervisor
Bjs Restaurants Inc
Temecula, California
04.2004 - 05.2009
- Conducted periodic evaluations of employee performance in order to recognize strengths as well as address any areas needing improvement.
- Developed menus in accordance with budget guidelines while ensuring high-quality dining experience for customers.
- Analyzed financial statements to identify areas where costs could be reduced without sacrificing quality or service levels.
- Created weekly schedules for kitchen staff based on business needs while maintaining labor cost controls.
- Performed regular inspections of kitchen equipment to ensure it is properly maintained.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed orders for necessary supplies as needed.
- Assisted in developing training materials for new staff members on safety practices, sanitation protocols and other policies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Gastronomia International
Instututo Culinario Queretaro
Queretaro Mx01-1997
Skills
- Sanitation standards
- Kitchen management
- Recipe creation
- Culinary techniques
- Food presentation
- Allergy awareness
- Food preparation techniques
- Signature dish creation
- Recipes and menu planning
- Food plating and presentation
Timeline
Executive Sous Chef
Balboa Bay Club And Resort
07.2014 - 07.2022
Cook
PF Changs Restaurant
01.2010 - 07.2014
Cook Supervisor
Bjs Restaurants Inc
04.2004 - 05.2009
Bachelor of Science - Gastronomia International
Instututo Culinario Queretaro