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Ramiro Gutierrez

Hacienda Heights

Summary

I am a seasoned professional cook, with more than30 years of industry experience. Over these years I have developed a robust understanding of various cooking techniques and food preparation. My approach to cooking is influenced heavily by my keen attention to detail, a trait that has served me well in maintaining consistency in flavor, texture, and overall presentation of my dishes. I am well-versed in fostering a collaborative and cohesive environment within team-oriented kitchen spaces. My experience has equipped me with the ability to work well under pressure and maintain positive relations with my colleagues ensuring seamless operations in highly demanding scenarios. A key facet of my expertise is my understanding and application of food safety practices and adhere to the strictest standards. My proficiency in safeguarding the hygiene and safety in kitchen environment is supported by my ServSafe certification, demonstrating my commitment to ensuring that dishes are prepared in the safest and healthiest manner possible. Apart from these skills, I am constantly striving to expand my knowledge and improve my craft, finding that there is always something new to learn.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Sous Chef

Café Vida
Pacific Palisades, CA
11.2001 - Current
  • Food Preparation: Preparing dishes and overseeing the entire kitchen to ensure food preparations protocols are followed
  • Menu Planning: Creating new menu items, including specials, and planning how food is presented and plated
  • Kitchen Management: Supervising kitchen staff, including line cooks, prep cooks, dishwashers, and ensuring the kitchen runs efficiently
  • Safety: Ensuring the kitchen meets health department regulations and follows food safety guidelines
  • Inventory and Ordering: Tracking inventory and ordering supplies
  • Staff Training: Onboarding new staff members and ensuring the kitchen they are well-equipped to serve customers

Cook

Rose Café
Venice, CA
02.1995 - 11.2001
  • Food Preparations: Measure, mix and season ingredients. Cut, peel, and washes vegetables.Trim cut meat, poultry, or fish. Bake, grill, or fry food.
  • Store Food and Inventory: Stored food at the right temperature and ordered inventory as needed
  • Maintain food safety: Follow health and safety guidelines. Ensure kitchen is clean and sanitary

Education

Venice High School

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • Kitchen leadership
  • Food safety
  • Inventory management

Timeline

Sous Chef

Café Vida
11.2001 - Current

Cook

Rose Café
02.1995 - 11.2001

Venice High School
Ramiro Gutierrez