Ruperto M Gutierrez
Brentwood,CA
Summary
Motivated cook with 16 years of experience preparing delicious meals for customers. Polished in following proper food handling methods and maintaining correct temperature of food products. Creative and artistic professional committed to strengthening kitchen team with better collaboration, recipes and cooking techniques.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Window Cleaner
Skye Bright Window Cleaning
Concord, CA
06.2022 - Current
- Clean windows using a squeegee, cleaning solution, and various tools to remove dirt, grime, and debris. Repair window screens as needed.
Line Cook/Banquet Cook
Bluestar Golf and Resorts
Brentwood, CA
07.2022 - 10.2023
- Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
- Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
Cook
John Muir Health, Concord Medical Center
Concord, CA
12.2021 - 01.2022
- Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.
- Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
Cook
Black Bear Diner
Oakley, CA
06.2021 - 12.2021
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
Kitchen Manager
Tailgater's Sports Bar & Grill
Antioch, CA
09.2018 - 05.2021
- Oversaw daily operations of the kitchen including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes and plate presentation.
- Performed monthly inventories of food items stored in refrigerators or freezers.
- Trained new kitchen staff on proper food handling techniques and safety regulations.
- Created weekly schedules for kitchen staff members based on anticipated business volume.
- Ordered ingredients and supplies to maintain adequate inventory levels for the kitchen.
- Worked with vendors to establish strong relationships and maintain proper inventory supplies.
Line Cook
Tailgater's Sports Bar & Grill
Brentwood, CA
08.2016 - 09.2018
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
Cook
The Wishing Crab
Brentwood, CA
01.2017 - 05.2017
- Grilled and deep fried various foods such as appetizers , meats, vegetables and seafood.
- Ensured that all food was cooked at the correct temperature and stored correctly.
LIne/Prep Cook
Muscle Maker Grill
Antioch, CA
12.2014 - 08.2016
- Prepped vegetables and ingredients by washing, chopping and dicing.
- Kept the kitchen area clean at all times during shifts.
- Followed recipes to prepare meals according to customer specifications.
Line/Prep Line Cook
Muscle Maker Grill
San Ramon, CA
07.2014 - 12.2014
- Assembled food orders according to recipes and instructions provided by chefs or supervisors.
- Prepared ingredients for use in cooking, such as washing, peeling, cutting and seeding vegetables.
- Cleaned dishes, pots, pans and other kitchen equipment used during the day's operations.
Line Cook
Digger's Diner
Brentwood, CA
06.2014 - 12.2014
- Operated fryers and sandwich staion
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
Line Cook
Tailgater's Sports Bar & Grill
Brentwood, CA
11.2007 - 12.2013
- Worked my way up from dishwasher to prep/line cook and eventually kitchen manager.
Furniture Mover
Mountain Movers
Greeley, CO
03.2005 - 10.2007
- Disassembled large pieces of furniture prior to transport when necessary.
- Reassembled furniture at destination upon request by customer using tools provided by company.
- Wrapped fragile items securely with bubble wrap or packing paper prior to loading onto truck bed.
Overnight Stocker
Target
Antioch, CA
06.2004 - 01.2005
- Received and stocked merchandise in a timely manner.
- Removed product from boxes and placed on shelves according to merchandising guidelines.
Supervisor
All Pro Cleaning Service
Livermore, CA
11.2002 - 10.2004
- Directed and supervised team of 15 employees in daily operations.
- Cleaned windows and rain gutters.
- Repaired window screens and gutters/downspouts.
Account Manager
Rent-A-Center
Greeley, CO
03.2000 - 09.2002
- Managed multiple rental furniture and appliance accounts.
- Acted as main point of contact in matters relating to client concerns and needs.
- Handled sales, collections, deliveries and pickups.
- Built and maintained productive relationships with customers.
Delivery Driver
Major Rent To Own Furniture
Greeley, CO
03.2000 - 09.2002
- Transported and safely delivered items to prevent damage or loss.
- In charge of pickups and collections or repos.
Lugger/Truck Loader
Con Agra Lamb Plant
Greeley, CO
08.1999 - 03.2000
- Secured cargo in trucks with straps, load bars, blocks and other materials.
Cook
McDonald's
Greeley, CO
10.1998 - 08.1999
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
Cook
Taco Bell
Evans, CO
02.1997 - 10.1998
- Ensured that all food was cooked at the correct temperature and stored correctly.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
Education
Greeley West High School
Greeley, COSkills
- Strong Work Ethic
- Ability to stay focused under high stress and pressure
- Positive attitude
- Knowledge of food safety
- Fast learning capabilities
Affiliations
- I am very passionate about music and food. I enjoy feeding and making people and making them feel good while listening to various types of music.
Accomplishments
- I take much pride in my ability to start at the bottom of an organization and work my way up to management positions on multiple occasions.
Timeline
Line Cook/Banquet Cook
Bluestar Golf and Resorts
07.2022 - 10.2023
Window Cleaner
Skye Bright Window Cleaning
06.2022 - Current
Cook
John Muir Health, Concord Medical Center
12.2021 - 01.2022
Cook
Black Bear Diner
06.2021 - 12.2021
Kitchen Manager
Tailgater's Sports Bar & Grill
09.2018 - 05.2021
Cook
The Wishing Crab
01.2017 - 05.2017
Line Cook
Tailgater's Sports Bar & Grill
08.2016 - 09.2018
LIne/Prep Cook
Muscle Maker Grill
12.2014 - 08.2016
Line/Prep Line Cook
Muscle Maker Grill
07.2014 - 12.2014
Line Cook
Digger's Diner
06.2014 - 12.2014
Line Cook
Tailgater's Sports Bar & Grill
11.2007 - 12.2013
Furniture Mover
Mountain Movers
03.2005 - 10.2007
Overnight Stocker
Target
06.2004 - 01.2005
Supervisor
All Pro Cleaning Service
11.2002 - 10.2004
Account Manager
Rent-A-Center
03.2000 - 09.2002
Delivery Driver
Major Rent To Own Furniture
03.2000 - 09.2002
Lugger/Truck Loader
Con Agra Lamb Plant
08.1999 - 03.2000
Cook
McDonald's
10.1998 - 08.1999
Cook
Taco Bell
02.1997 - 10.1998
Greeley West High School
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