Juan Diego Guevara
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
High-energy professional bringing exceptional leadership and planning abilities. Dedicated to improving team performance and meeting high standards for presentation. Results-oriented and hardworking with excellent multitasking skills and focused mentality.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Sauté Cook
Doughbird
Phoenix, AZ
02.2022 - Current
- Worked quickly to stay ahead of demanding customer loads during rush periods without sacrificing quality.
- Followed recipes closely to prepare delicious meals in line with restaurants' reputation.
- Helped other staff members complete job tasks during peak times to keep kitchen running efficiently.
- Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
- Weighed, measured and mixed ingredients, following recipes to produce quality dishes.
- Sanitized kitchen counters and preparation areas to prevent foodborne illness and cross-contamination.
Private Personal Trainer
IronGloves Boxing Gym
Tempe, AZ
11.2019 - Current
- Led, instructed and motivated individuals during cardiovascular exercise, strength training and stretching activities.
- Arranged motivational exercise programs to promote healthy lifestyle choices.
- Offered clients educational information and materials to help with preventive care, nutrition, body mechanics, fitness, stress management and ergonomics.
- Grew customer base through word-of-mouth referrals based on customer satisfaction and results.
Kitchen Supervisor
Mag USA
Phoenix, AZ
02.2020 - 02.2022
- Oversaw food preparation, production and presentation according to quality standards.
- Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
- Coached kitchen team members and motivated performance in order to achieve demanding objectives in high-volume kitchen settings.
- Developed and implemented strategies to enhance team performance, improve processes and boost results.
- Inspected freezers and refrigerators prior to each shift to check temperature levels and verify proper functionality.
Line Cook
Wrigley Mansion Club
Phoenix, AZ
05.2018 - 11.2019
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
- Maintained hygienic kitchen with regular mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing utensils and glassware.
Sous Chef
Sosoba
Phoenix, AZ
01.2015 - 08.2017
- Plated food according to restaurant artistic guidelines to promote attractive presentation.
- Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
- Performed as head chef to maintain team productivity and restaurant quality.
- Supervised kitchen food preparation in demanding, high-volume environments.
- Helped staff adhere to tough restaurant requirements through practical discipline and motivation.
Head Chef
Jewel's Bakery & Cafe
Phoenix, AZ
09.2017 - 05.2018
- Planned and prepared food product orders to maintain appropriate stock levels.
- Monitored quality, presentation and quantities of plated food across line.
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
- Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
- Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
The Art Institute of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ07.2014
Skills
- Cleaning abilities
- Team management
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Flexible
- Communication
- Food safety understanding
- Culinary arts background
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- People skills
- Training & Development
- Waste control
- Budgeting and cost control
- Purchasing
- Bilingual in English and [Language]
Timeline
Sauté Cook
Doughbird
02.2022 - Current
Kitchen Supervisor
Mag USA
02.2020 - 02.2022
Private Personal Trainer
IronGloves Boxing Gym
11.2019 - Current
Line Cook
Wrigley Mansion Club
05.2018 - 11.2019
Head Chef
Jewel's Bakery & Cafe
09.2017 - 05.2018
Sous Chef
Sosoba
01.2015 - 08.2017
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
The Art Institute of Phoenix