Juan Gutierrez
SANTA BARBARA,CA
Summary
Dedicated lead cook with a distinguished understanding cooking and excellent knife skills. Proficient in time management and filling orders with exceptional speed and accuracy. Gifted at supervising kitchen staff and staying calm in busy situations. Reliable head cook offering several years of experience working in busy, institutional-sized kitchens. Entry-level head cook with well-established knowledge of sauteing and grilling. Looking to bring further success to organization by applying well-developed skill set and proactive demeanor.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Cook
Season Catering
Santa Barbara, CA
01.2024 - Current
- Provided guidance during meal rushes in order to maintain an organized workflow within the kitchen area.
- Ensured compliance with health safety regulations while preparing meals and maintaining a sanitary work environment.
- Adjusted recipes as needed to accommodate dietary restrictions or allergies of customers.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
- Double-checked plated meals for last-minute changes before sending to dining room.
Cook
Santa Barbara Club
Santa Barbara, CA
07.2023 - Current
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
Lead Cook
Toma Restaurant and Bar
Santa Barbara, CA
04.2022 - 07.2023
- Supervised staff in daily kitchen duties, including prepping ingredients, cooking meals, and cleaning up after service.
- Managed inventory and ordering of food supplies to ensure efficient operations.
Lead Cook
Brophy Bros
Santa Barbara, CA
11.1995 - 04.2022
- Supervised staff in daily kitchen duties, including prepping ingredients, cooking meals, and cleaning up after service.
- Provided guidance during meal rushes in order to maintain an organized workflow within the kitchen area.
- Oversaw food preparation processes to ensure that orders were completed accurately and efficiently.
- Inspected kitchen areas regularly for cleanliness; instructed staff members on sanitation protocols when necessary.
- Managed inventory and ordering of food supplies to ensure efficient operations.
- Monitored quality of all cooked items throughout the day to guarantee high standards were maintained.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
Skills
- Kitchen Sanitation
- Kitchen Organization
- Knife safety
- Crew training
- Food Safety
- Meal Preparation
Timeline
Lead Cook
Season Catering
01.2024 - Current
Cook
Santa Barbara Club
07.2023 - Current
Lead Cook
Toma Restaurant and Bar
04.2022 - 07.2023
Lead Cook
Brophy Bros
11.1995 - 04.2022