ROB GONZALEZ
AUSTIN
Summary
Professional culinary expert with strong skills in high-pressure restaurant environments. Solid track record of collaborating effectively with team members and adapting to changing needs.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Kitsu Nori
Austin, TX
12.2025 - Current
- Prepared high-quality dishes in accordance with restaurant standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace throughout shifts.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance service efficiency during peak hours.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring freshness and availability of ingredients.
Lead Line Cook
Hooligans
Put In Bay, OH
04.2025 - 10.2025
- Curated daily specials and executed guest return business initiatives.
- Maintained high standards and tracking of cleanliness and safety, ensuring compliance with state regulations.
- Managed staff and inventory effectively, minimizing waste and controlling food, labor and liquor costs.
- Training and coaching of new and existing staff, fostering a supportive and productive work environment.
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure high-quality food preparation and presentation
- Developed and implemented efficient kitchen workflows to optimize productivity
Line Cook
Kenmore Lines
Kenmore, WA
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Prepared and cooked menu items according to established recipes and presentation standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations.
Server
Seastar Raw Bar and Restaurant
Bellevue, WA
02.2023 - 12.2023
- Formal Wine Service and fine dining service standards.
- Resolved guest issues promptly, provided a positive dining experience with food and beverage pairings and strong menu knowledge.
- Utilized POS systems to process transactions swiftly, reducing wait times.
Server Bartender
Bella Brava Restaurant
Tampa, FL
03.2022 - 11.2022
- Provided attentive service and crafted drinks, enhancing guest satisfaction and repeat patronage.
- Utilized menu knowledge to upsell, increasing average check totals and overall sales.
- Resolved customer issues promptly, ensuring positive dining experiences and loyalty.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely and accurate order delivery.
Restaurant Manager
Lazy Jacks
Vieques, PR
02.2021 - 01.2022
- Led a team of 15, improving service efficiency and customer satisfaction significantly.
- Trained staff in customer service, resulting in positive feedback and repeat business.
- Managed daily operations, ensuring smooth workflow and timely problem resolution.
- Oversaw daily kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations and quality standards.
- Managed inventory levels, reducing waste through efficient ordering and stock rotation practices.
Server Bartender
Elliott's Oyster House
Seattle, WA
06.2015 - 08.2020
- Fine dining waterfront restaurant service and bartending, high volume of tourist and local clientele. High guest satisfaction rating through tracking metrics.
- Utilized craft bartending, exceptional wine program, local craft beers and distilleries, demonstrated expanded food and beverage knowledge.
- 2 time Employee of the month 2017 Employee of the Year
Kitchen Supervisor
Olive Garden
Kirkland, WA
02.2004 - 11.2014
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure adherence to food safety and quality standards.
- Coordinated daily kitchen operations, optimizing workflow and minimizing downtime.
- Trained new employees on proper food preparation techniques and equipment use.
- Developed and implemented streamlined processes for inventory management and ordering supplies.
- Resolved customer complaints related to food quality or service promptly and professionally.
- Maintained high sanitation standards through routine cleaning protocols and adherence to health regulations.
- Controlled food costs and managed inventory.
- Trained new team members on kitchen procedures, safety protocols, and company standards.
Education
High School Graduate -
Lake Washington High School
Kirkland, WA06.2002
Skills
- Server Training
- Floor Supervision
- Scheduling
- Ordering
- Receiving
- Wine Pairing
- Beer Pairing
- Profit/Loss Management
- Tray Handling
- Leadership
- Performance Management
- Employee Development
- Budgeting
- Time management
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
- Food plating
- Knife skills
- Portion control
- Grilling techniques
- Food safety
- Food preparation
- Cleaning procedures
- Stock rotation
- Food presentation
- Allergen awareness
- Ingredient identification
- Cooking temperatures
- Food safety knowledge
- Reliable and trustworthy
Timeline
Line Cook
Kitsu Nori
12.2025 - Current
Lead Line Cook
Hooligans
04.2025 - 10.2025
Line Cook
Kenmore Lines
01.2024 - 12.2024
Server
Seastar Raw Bar and Restaurant
02.2023 - 12.2023
Server Bartender
Bella Brava Restaurant
03.2022 - 11.2022
Restaurant Manager
Lazy Jacks
02.2021 - 01.2022
Server Bartender
Elliott's Oyster House
06.2015 - 08.2020
Kitchen Supervisor
Olive Garden
02.2004 - 11.2014
High School Graduate -
Lake Washington High School