Juan Gutierrez
Costa Mesa,CA
Summary
Accomplished Chef with a proven track record at Bloomingdale's, enhancing food quality and presentation through innovative cooking techniques and effective kitchen management. Expert in food safety and sanitation, with a flair for culinary creativity and efficient recipe development. Excelled in multitasking and optimizing food preparation processes, significantly improving kitchen efficiency without compromising on taste or safety.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef
Bloomingdale's
Newport Beach, CA
01.2000 - 09.2024
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
Cook
Wolfgang Puck
Costa Mesa, CA
01.1996 - 01.2000
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mexico
Guadalajara Skills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Cooking techniques
- Food quality
- Food presentation
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Recipes and menu planning
- Recipe creation
- Culinary expertise
Certification
Food Handlers
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Chef
Bloomingdale's
01.2000 - 09.2024
Cook
Wolfgang Puck
01.1996 - 01.2000
High School Diploma -
Mexico